Charlton Down, Dorchester, Dorset

Situated in the heart of Charlton Down, this distinctive Grade II listed apartment forms part of the former Gothic chapel within the elegant Redwood House, originally built in 1864 and thoughtfully converted in 2000, offering a blend of historic character and contemporary living. Approached via a secure intercom system, a staircase rises to the first floor where low rising steps lead to the apartment’s front door, creating an impressive entrance.

The front door opens into the ENTRANCE HALL, providing ample space for greeting guests and accessing the main living areas. Underfloor heating runs throughout the apartment, adding to the overall comfort and practicality of the space. A SHOWER ROOM is discreetly positioned and fitted with tiled flooring, a shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, W.C., and with the gas fired boiler neatly housed here.

An original Gothic door opens into the open plan KITCHEN/SITTING/DINING ROOM, a striking living space fitted with polished timber flooring and set beneath a full height vaulted ceiling with exposed beams. The room is centred around two Gothic stone mullion windows, which frame far reaching views across the communal gardens, the village cricket ground and towards Dorchester and Poundbury on the distant horizon, while allowing natural light to flood the south facing interior. Much of the apartment’s original detail remains in evidence, including exposed brickwork noted in Pevsner’s Buildings of England, together with the Gothic doors and vaulted ceilings.

The KITCHEN area is well proportioned and arranged to one side, offering a range of wall and floor mounted units with work surfaces over, together with a breakfast bar and an inset one and a half bowl sink unit. Appliances include a Rangemaster™ cooker with extractor hood above, an integrated washing machine and dishwasher, with space for a large fridge/freezer and an undercounter drinks fridge.

The SITTING area comfortably accommodates large furniture and enjoys a relaxed atmosphere. Wide steps rise to the DINING area, which has room for an eight-seater dining table and associated furniture, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. From here, a spiral staircase leads up to the mezzanine level.

Stairs also rise from the entrance hall to the landing, where doors give access to the principal bedroom and second bedroom. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM positioned on the mezzanine level, enjoys countryside views from the two mullion windows and benefits from the vaulted ceiling and exposed brickwork. This room provides a peaceful retreat, with built in wardrobes, a useful storage cupboard and its own ENSUITE bathroom fitted with a panelled bath and shower attachment, wash-hand basin and WC.

BEDROOM TWO offers flexibility for guests and features an exposed timber ceiling and a fitted CR8 Conservation Rooflight that adds to its individual character.

Outside
The extensive and well kept south facing communal grounds are a particularly attractive feature of this beautifully converted building, creating a calm and open setting that enhances the overall sense of space and outlook. Rolling lawns stretch across the front of the property, framed by established shrub and flower borders and thoughtfully planted areas that provide interest and colour throughout the year. Varied seating areas are positioned to enjoy the wider views and offer peaceful spots to relax or socialise, while access to the village cricket ground adds to the feeling of being part of a wider and active community. These shared spaces are well maintained for the benefit of all residents and provide a pleasant backdrop to daily life. The apartment benefits from a DESIGNATED PARKING space, together with generous visitors parking for added convenience.

Location
Redwood House is set within the popular village of Charlton Down, where this apartment enjoys a friendly and well connected community offering a local shop, café, fitness centre, tennis courts, a thriving cricket club with its own grounds, and a very active village hall at the heart of village life. The village itself is well placed for those who enjoy both countryside surroundings and everyday convenience, with access to a range of local amenities and community activities close at hand.

The property is located approximately four miles north of the county town of Dorchester, where you will find a wide selection of independent boutiques and larger high street stores, together with a cinema, arts centre, excellent restaurants and wine bars, the county hospital, and a mainline railway station providing regular services to London Waterloo.

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