Okeford Fitzpaine, Dorset

Fippenny Cottage is a rare delight! Situated at the top of a no through road with direct access to the outstanding walking across `Thomas Hardy` countryside. The cottage is located a short stroll to the popular The Royal Oak pub and Village Shop, which also contains a Post Office.

Having undergone full and sympathetic refurbishment with the current vendor who has been mindful to retain the integrity and preserve the character features, the property is in immaculate order throughout. With exceptional accommodation comprising; to the ground floor - kitchen/breakfast room, sitting room with log burner, dining room, hall, cloakroom. To the first floor there is a large landing, currently utilised as a study/writing room, principal bedroom suite with en suite shower room, two further double bedrooms and bathroom.

Detached Barn - sitting behind the property is a detached brick barn under a clay tiled roof. Internally the barn is fully connected with internet, water, waste water and electrics and includes a mezzanine. There are double doors providing access, making this ideal to convert into further accommodation, subject to permissions.

Externally the property enjoys a beautifully landscaped garden with separate access, providing lawns, vegetable patch, extensive fruit trees and timber open barn, there is also a potting shed with power and water.



SITUATION
Sturminster Newton 4 miles, Shaftesbury 11 miles

Mainline Train Services: Gillingham to London Waterloo (2hrs).

International airports: Bournemouth International 23 miles, Southampton 46 miles, Bristol 50 miles.

The walking and cycling opportunities from the property are extensive. The footpath opposite the property links directly to some outstanding walks across the truly beautiful `Thomas Hardy` countryside. Further walking, cycling and riding can be enjoyed along The Wessex Ridgeway and Dorset Trailway. The nearest racecourse is Wincanton
and local hunting is with the Portman and South Dorset both of whom have an active Pony Club branch.

EDUCATION
There is an excellent range of private schools in the area including Hanford School in Child Okeford, Clayesmore at Irwene Minster, Port Regis at Motcombe and Bryanston at Blandford. Local state schools are excellent with Shillingstone CofE Primary School in close proximity. For secondary schooling, The Blandford School is just 6 miles away. Further details for independents can be obtained from isc. co.uk or via schoolsearch.co.uk. More comprehensive state school information can be obtained via the local authority at Dorset.gov.uk.

SPORTING, LEISURE & RECREATION
Okeford Fitzpaine is a delightful Dorset Village with thatched cottages, pretty church, Village Hall and an active village community. There is a shop with post office and a very well regarded pub - The Royal Oak. There are two farm shops within easy reach, selling organic and local produce in Enford and Child Okeford. The nearest town is Sturminster Newton which offers a variety of shops, pubs and coffee houses, similarly the nearby Georgian town of Blandford Forum hosts large supermarkets and wide
ranging leisure facilities. The famous Dorset Jurassic Coast and the Isle of Purbeck are just under 20 miles away (40 minutes drive) which offer a truly idyllic setting for walking.

FIPPENNY COTTAGE
Believed to date back to the 17th Century, this truly beautiful Grade II listed cottage has been sympathetically restored by the present owner, being mindful to respect the integrity and original features. The whole property was re-thatched with reed in 2023.

The cottage is full of soul and charm with plenty of exposed timbers and unusual features, whilst also offering good head height throughout. The sitting room includes a brick fireplace with log burner, and the day room/dining room has French doors opening into the garden, whilst the kitchen offers traditional units with an inglenook fireplace housing the mains gas fired Rayburn which manages the heating and hot water. To the first floor the landing is currently used as a writing room/study and offers
plenty of space and providing access to all the rooms.

Accommodation comprises:
Hall
Cloakroom
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Day Room/Dining Room
Sitting Room
Landing/Study
Three Double Bedrooms
En Suite to Principal Bedroom
Further Family Bathroom





BARN
A substantial 2-storey historic red brick barn/outbuilding with
tiled roof and double barn doors providing access.
Having been connected for internet, electricity, water and waste water, this building offers
enormous potential for a studio, or conversion for further ancillary
accommodation subject to permissions.

GARDENS & GROUNDS
The rear garden is extensive and offers total privacy. Comprised of lawns, a productive vegetable patch, extensive fruit trees and a hidden mulching/composting area. There is a paved patio/outdoor dining area and also an open timber barn; this is currently used for storage but equally could be utilised as an outdoor dining room. There is also a potting shed with power and water connected.


AGENT`S NOTES
Fox Grant and their clients give notice that:
1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property.
2. These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not
form any part of an offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
3. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for
guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has
all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents. Fox Grant has not tested any services,
equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Plans, Areas and
Schedules Based on the Ordnance Survey and are for reference only. Any error or mis-statement shall
not annul the sale or entitle either party to compensation in respect thereof
Local Authority Dorset County Council Tel:
Council Tax Band - D
Services Mains water, sewage, gas and electricity, mains gas fired central heating
EPC Not Required.
Tenure The property is sold as Freehold with vacant possession.
Particulars Prepared by Charlotte Roberts-Barr. September 2025

PROPERTY CODE
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Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.