4 bed detached house for sale

Wimborne Road, Wimborne, 3 BH21

Little Thatch is a beautifully presented and deceptively spacious Grade II Listed thatched cottage, understood to date back to circa 1630, and offering a rare blend of period charm with modern, well-considered living space. Over time the property has been thoughtfully extended and improved, resulting in a home that works exceptionally well for modern family life while retaining an abundance of character throughout.

Accommodation :

The accommodation is highly versatile, with multiple reception spaces, an outstanding kitchen/dining room extension, ground floor bedroom facilities and a range of useful outbuildings. Of particular note is the flexibility of the layout, with the potential for part of the ground floor to operate as a self-contained or semi-independent area if required.

The internal accommodation extends to approximately 1,648 sq ft, complemented by a further 504 sq ft of outbuildings, all set within an extremely private plot with ample off-road parking.

A hardwood front door opens directly into the snug, which sits at the heart of the cottage and immediately shows how well the accommodation flows. This is a warm, welcoming and highly versatile central space, ideal as an everyday sitting area or family snug, and it acts as the main hub linking the original cottage rooms with the later extension. Stairs rise from the snug to the first floor.

The kitchen/dining room is a standout feature of the property to the right of the central snug. Forming part of a later extension to the original cottage, this space transforms the way the house lives and is perfectly suited to both family life and entertaining.

Running from front to back, the room has real presence and scale, with clearly defined yet connected areas for cooking, dining and socialising. The kitchen itself was replaced in 2020 and is fitted with an excellent range of wall and base cupboards and drawers with wood block work surfaces and a double sink with mixer tap. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, microwave, full-height fridge, full-height freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer, alongside a six-ring Smeg range cooker with dual ovens and extractor hood.

A generous breakfast bar incorporates a cleverly integrated television, while oak flooring runs throughout, reinforcing both quality and continuity. The dining area is complemented by a feature fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space that works just as well for everyday use as it does for entertaining.

The utility room sits neatly off the kitchen and continues the practical theme, with built-in storage cupboards, wood block work surface and housing for the gas combination boiler. A stable door provides direct access to the rear garden.

Continuing the downstairs accommodation – to the left of the snug the sitting room, a wonderfully atmospheric and characterful room. Exposed ceiling beams, a feature fireplace with tiled hearth and oak beam over plus a fitted raised seat all add to the charm. Practical touches include an understairs storage cupboard and a brick-built internal wood store. This room works beautifully as a more traditional sitting room, separate from the main day-to-day living areas and enjoys multiple windows to the front and side.

The study is positioned behind the sitting room, and benefits from doors opening directly to the garden. This space offers excellent flexibility and works well as a home office, but could equally be used as a dressing room or ancillary room to the ground floor bedroom – which flows from this space. Bedroom One, a well-proportioned double room with generous fitted wardrobes and drawers is served by an en suite bathroom comprising a low-level WC, wash hand basin with vanity unit, p-shaped bath with shower screen and overhead rainfall shower, fully tiled walls and floor, heated towel rail and extractor fan.

In addition, there is a beautifully characterful main ground floor bathroom, featuring a claw-foot bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, wash hand basin with vanity unit, WC, beamed ceiling, built-in storage cupboard, part tiled walls, tiled flooring, heated towel rail, radiator and extractor fan.

Together with the study and garden access, thoughtful consideration has clearly been given to how this side of the house could operate as a self-contained or semi-independent area, ideal for multi-generational living, guests or a private work-from-home setup.

Stairs from the snug rise to the first floor landing, which provides access to the loft space.

There are three further rooms on this level:

• Bedroom Two benefits from built-in wardrobes

• Bedroom Three enjoys the advantage of a walk-in wardrobe

• Bedroom Four has a sloped ceiling and works well as a child’s bedroom, dressing room or additional home office

These rooms are served by a shower room, comprising a tiled shower cubicle, low-level WC, wash hand basin with vanity unit, fully tiled walls and flooring, heated towel rail, radiator and extractor fan.

Outside and gardens :

The property occupies an extremely private plot, offering a wonderful balance of garden space, parking and outbuildings.

A five-bar gate opens onto a gravelled driveway providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles, with additional space beyond.

The gardens are laid predominantly to lawn and are well screened, creating a high degree of privacy. Immediately behind the kitchen is a pagoda-covered seating area, forming a natural extension of the living space during warmer months.

There is a home office, a large garden storage shed, a greenhouse, and a bar room providing excellent flexibility for home working, hobbies and entertaining. A decked seating area with pizza oven further enhances the garden’s appeal as a social and lifestyle space. To the front garden is a further summerhouse. There is extensive storage running to the external side of the kitchen.

Material information :These particulars are believed to be correct, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. They do not form part of any contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise, nor that any services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order or have been tested. Purchasers should satisfy themselves on such matters prior to purchase.

Council Tax Band: E - Dorset Council - £3,215

All Mains Services:

Boiler :2017

Kitchen: 2020

Current Owners Purchased: 2007