Tolpuddle, Dorchester, Dorset

Proudly Grade II listed, SOUTH VIEW HOUSE lies in the heart of a popular, historic village. This former Yeoman farmhouse, believed to date from the 1700s, combines heritage charm with modern comfort. The five-bedroom residence enjoys secluded landscaped gardens and includes GARDEN COTTAGE—a sympathetically converted, single-storey one-bedroom annex, ideal as self-contained accommodation or for letting (subject to consents).

Lovingly restored and newly thatched in 2022, the house showcases character features including exposed beams, window seats and fireplaces.
The ENTRANCE HALL, with herringbone flooring, leads into both the SITTING ROOM and the KITCHEN/DINING ROOM, with stairs rising to the first floor. The sitting room centres on an inglenook-style fireplace with bressummer beam and Villager™ stove. A curved window seat overlooks the garden, while French doors open to a flagstone terrace.

The KITCHEN/DINING ROOM features oak floorboards, an island with timber countertop, and a fireplace with AGA™, blending contemporary and traditional elements. Integrated appliances include an induction hob, electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, and wine cooler. A return door leads to the GARDEN ENTRANCE HALL, often used as the main entrance, with space for coats and furniture. Access from the kitchen is the LAUNDRY ROOM and a discreet CLOAKROOM with W.C.

Upstairs, the light-filled LANDING gives access to the PRINCIPAL BEDROOM, with fitted limed oak furniture and ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM.

BEDROOMS TWO and THREE are also generous doubles, each with a vanity unit and wash basin. A FAMILY BATHROOM includes a panelled bath with shower over. The SECOND FLOOR provides two further bedrooms (FOUR and FIVE), one with an ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM, plus a separate CLOAKROOM with W.C.

GARDEN COTTAGE

This charming annex has its own entrance porch leading into a welcoming SITTING ROOM. The DOUBLE BEDROOM features a wall of fitted wardrobes, and the KITCHEN offers ample storage and space for a cooker. A SHOWER ROOM includes a cubicle, W.C., and wash hand basin. A glazed CONSERVATORY at the end of the hall provides a tranquil spot with access to a private patio—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. A gate leads through to the CARPORT.

Outside
This property features a well-equipped integral garage with power, lighting, workbenches, a roller door, and internal access. The oil-fired boiler is housed here for convenience. A spacious driveway provides ample parking, complemented by a carport beside Garden Cottage for additional sheltered space.

The south-west facing garden enjoys sunshine throughout the day, with a generous lawn flowing seamlessly from the sitting room. A flagstone patio offers the perfect setting for outdoor dining or relaxation.

Behind the house, tiered gardens unfold with lush lawns and beautifully planted borders. Shrubs such as privet, spindle, and hydrangea bring colour and elegance, while lavender, blueblossom, periwinkle, and bugloss add fragrance and charm. A second patio creates a tranquil retreat, and a greenhouse provides scope for garden enthusiasts.

Location
Nestled in the picturesque and historic village of Tolpuddle, South View House offers a unique lifestyle in a setting rich with natural beauty. Famous for its connection to the Tolpuddle Martyrs, the village enjoys a warm, welcoming community with amenities including a resident-owned pub, an active village hall, and a children’s play area. Country walks on your doorstep, and the Jurassic Coast just a short distance away.

Just 2.5 miles away, Puddletown offers further conveniences such as a Vilage shop, post office, school and doctor's surgery. The county town of Dorchester, around 9 miles away, provides a mainline railway station and a wide range of shopping, dining, and medical facilities. The property also falls within the catchment of the highly regarded Thomas Hardye School.

With the commercial hubs of Poole and Bournemouth within easy reach, this location combines rural tranquillity with excellent connectivity. Ideal for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike, Tolpuddle offers a lifestyle steeped in charm, heritage, and community spirit.

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