Chedington, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8

A DELIGHTFUL GRADE II LISTED DETACHED COTTAGE SET WITHIN DELIGHTFUL GROUNDS OF APPROX. THREE ACRES INCLUDING AN ANCIENT WOODLAND, WILDLIFE POND, ORCHARD AND VEGETABLE GARDEN, THREE BAY OAK GARAGE - BARN STYLE WITH ACCOMMODATION ABOVE, ON THE EDGE OF THIS POPULAR WEST DORSET VILLAGE.

THE PROPERTY
Keepers Piece is a fantastic, detached Grade II listed thatched property set in its own grounds of 3+ acres with far reaching countryside views. Historically being the Game Keepers Cottage of the local Manor, the property over the years has undergone a fastidious and very sympathetic programme of works and is now beautifully presented with perfectly proportioned rooms and an enormous amount of character and charm.
The sitting room, with its wood burning stove, is a cosy evening retreat, whilst the dining room with its large fireplace housing a Watson Range has plenty of room in which to eat and entertain. The galley style kitchen runs along the rear of the cottage overlooking the garden and is equipped with a range of bespoke fitted wall and base units with fully integrated appliances and a range cooker. The ceiling is semi vaulted with conservation roof lights giving it a good sense of light and space.
Stairs from the dining room lead up to two very well-proportioned double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes, and double aspect windows admiring the far-reaching countryside views. There is also a good-sized family bathroom with a bath and shower.

The property is in an idyllic position and is approached via a quiet country lane into a large, gravelled driveway arriving at an attractive open barn style double garage, with store room and gardeners cloakroom. The cottage is elevated from the lane providing views to Pilsdon Pen and over wonderful unspoilt countryside. At the rear of the garage there is an external staircase leading up to a spacious and light filled room and bathroom (currently used as accommodation / study) with a Juliette balcony overlooking the very pretty gardens and wildlife pond and beyond to further countryside

The gardens and grounds here are truly delightful and surround the property. The main garden is situated to the rear of the cottage and is mainly laid to lawn with a variety of shrubs, plants and trees, a useful shed, kennel, and large wood shelter. A large, paved terrace with attractive low stone wall boundary leads out from the kitchen, providing an ideal place for alfresco dining, and enjoying afternoon and evening sunshine. There is also a very productive vegetable garden to the side of the cottage, with a perfectly positioned bench in which to take a break whilst admiring the view.
The orchard planted with a variety of fruit trees, including apple, pear, and plum leads into the ancient woodland, with some of the most magnificent trees, ferns, and wildlife, not to mention bluebells and wild garlic in abundance during the Spring months. The woodland walk follows a path back around and into the garden through a Hazel Grove arriving at a pretty thatched summerhouse overlooking the wildlife pond, offering a very peaceful place to relax and be at one with nature.

All in all, with its personal water and drainage, this would make the most wonderful home for those seeking to be at one with nature in this most idyllic rural setting.

LOCATION
Keepers Piece is nestled in the countryside surrounded by hills, woodland and rolling pasture, much of it designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and close to National Trust Woodlands and walks. The ever-popular Winyards Gap public house with its large garden with stunning views is within walking distance, and the pretty village of Chedington.

The property is conveniently situated on the Dorset / Somerset border. situated less than 5 miles away from the popular towns of Beaminster and Crewkerne, both having an excellent range of facilities including a large variety of independent and high street shops, schools, restaurants, hotels and leisure facilities. Crewkerne has a selection of supermarkets including a large Waitrose and a Lidl, and also has a main line railway station to London Waterloo.

The Georgian town of Bridport and the coast at West Bay are approximately 25 minutes' drive away.