Church Street, Sturminster Newton

A home with heart, history, and a touch of enchantment.

Full of period charm and located just a short stroll from the heart of town, this delightful Grade II listed mid-terraced, double-fronted cottage offers the perfect blend of heritage features and modern comfort. Dating back to the 17th/18th century, the property is bursting with character and offers a versatile opportunity — whether you're seeking a charming home, a weekend retreat, a lock-up-and-leave UK base, or a holiday let/Airbnb investment.

Inside, the accommodation includes three well-proportioned bedrooms — one spacious double and two generous singles — making it ideal for couples, small families, or guests. Two inviting reception rooms provide flexible living space, with one featuring a striking fireplace with a substantial bressummer beam, perfect for cosy evenings in. Exposed ceiling beams and glimpses of original stone walls add to the cottage’s rich historic charm. The kitchen has been updated to offer modern convenience while blending tastefully with the period features. Step outside into a private courtyard garden — a low-maintenance spot to enjoy a coffee, a good book, or an evening drink.

On-road parking is available nearby, and the cottage is offered with no onward chain, making for a straightforward purchase. Located within an easy walk of the town centre and close to scenic river and countryside walks, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the best of both town and rural living.

A true gem — steeped in history, beautifully located, and ready for its next chapter.

The Property -

Accommodation -

Inside - Ground Floor
The front door opens into a bright and generously sized sitting room with an outlook to the front and a large sliding door out to the rear. It is a characterful room with an exposed stone wall and ceiling beam plus an impressive inglenook fireplace with a Bressummer beam. From the sitting room there is an opening into the dining room, which has plenty of room for a good sized family dining table and chairs. It also looks out to the front and has stairs rising to the first floor and an arch to the kitchen. It too, retains character features, such as exposed ceiling beams and a stone wall.

The kitchen area is fitted with a range of modern rustic style units consisting of pull out floor cupboards, open ended floor display shelves, drawers and eye level shelves. There is ample work surfaces with a tiled splash back and inset stainless steel sink with a swan neck mixer tap. The dishwasher and fridge are integrated and there is a built in electric oven and ceramic hob with an extractor fan above. You will also find plumbing for a washing machine and a wall cupboard housing the gas fired combination boiler. For appearance and practicality, the floor is laid in a slate effect vinyl.

First Floor
On this floor you will find two generously sized single bedrooms plus a large double bedroom. In addition, there is the bathroom, which is fitted with a modern suite consisting of a pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC and a P shaped bath with a shower over and laminate panelled walls for easy cleaning. The floor is laid in a practical slate effect vinyl.

Outside - Parking
There is on road parking near to the cottage plus a pay and display car park.

Courtyard
At the back of the cottage there is a small paved courtyard with excellent privacy and retains some old stone walls.

Useful Information -

Energy Efficiency Rating E
Council Tax Band C
Sustainable and in keeping Wood Framed Glazing
Gas Fired Central Heating from a Combination Boiler (New)
Mains Drainage
Freehold
No Onward Chain

Directions -

Postcode - DT10 1DB
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