Chetnole, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9

A beautifully restored 19th-century village schoolhouse enjoying a prime location in the heart of the charming village of Chetnole, double garage, parking and gardens.


Steeped in history and rich in character, The Old Schoolhouse is an exceptional detached period residence dating back to circa 1850, formerly serving as the village school. Built of warm natural stone elevations under a tiled roof, this striking home sits proudly in the heart of the idyllic Dorset village of Chetnole, offering a rare opportunity to purchase a home combining character and contemporary comfort.
Over the past decade, the current owners have undertaken a meticulous programme of reconfiguration and restoration, elevating the property into a truly stunning family home. Their work has preserved the building’s charm, retaining window seats, original Crittall windows to the front elevation, an elegant staircase and original arched stone front door while introducing modern touches of oak flooring, double-column radiators and double-glazed windows. The result is a unique statement home with an unmistakable sense of warmth and style.
A beautiful L-shaped entrance hall sets the tone, laid to warm oak flooring, featuring a useful built-in double cupboard and cloakroom with patterned tile floor, fired-earth tiling ,vanity basin and WC. This welcoming space flows naturally into the family room – undoubtedly the heart of the home providing a spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and living space which enjoys a triple aspect, flooded with natural light and finished with oak flooring, a window seat and an elegant staircase rising to the first floor. This is a room designed for modern living, comfort and family time.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of cupboards and drawers topped with quartz work surfaces. Features include an electric induction hob with extractor, breakfast bar, inset ceramic sink with instant boiling-water tap, built-in electric double oven and integral dishwasher.A separate utility room provides further storage, a repurposed original Belfast sink, space and plumbing for laundry appliances, fired-earth tiling and houses the slimline oil-fired boiler installed in 2025.
The sitting room is an impressive, generously proportioned space with dual aspect views to the side and rear. Exposed painted floorboards and a focal fireplace create a serene and inviting atmosphere - perfect for quieter evenings or more formal entertaining.
A notably spacious landing offers excellent built-in storage for linens and towels, and also benefits from two spacious partially boarded and insulated attic spaces.
There are three superb bedrooms and a study. The main bedroom enjoys the feel of a private wing, with a serene leafy outlook and a beautifully appointed en-suite shower room. This luxurious space features Fired Earth tiling, a walk-in shower with fixed glass screen, rainwater shower and attachment, WC, basin, traditional heated towel rail radiator and underfloor heating.
Bedrooms two and three are both excellent doubles, with generous proportions and charming views. Both bedrooms also have the benefit of fully plumbed in sinks. A separate study provides an ideal home office, reading nook or hobby space, enjoying lovely glimpses across the surrounding countryside.
The family bathroom is finished in a timeless traditional style, with a white suite, striking painted wall and bath panelling, rainwater shower over the bath and underfloor heating.

OUTSIDE
Double wooden gates open onto a block-paved driveway, offering parking and leading directly to the timber-built double garage, which is fully equipped with power and light. Additional parking is available in front of the gates, making the property exceptionally practical for family living and visiting guests.
The private, enclosed garden is level and beautifully arranged, predominantly laid to lawn with paved pathways weaving through mature trees and established planting. A wrought-iron gate, together with railings and fencing, subtly separates the front entrance from the main garden, where attractive pea-gravel shingle creates a welcoming approach to the house and charming front entrance door. Throughout the garden, thoughtfully positioned seating areas provide inviting spots for morning coffee, evening drinks or outdoor dining. There is ample space for potting, relaxing and entertaining, making the outside environment as enjoyable and versatile as the interior. The garden includes access to water with an outside tap.

SERVICES
We understand that mains electric, water and drainage are connected to the property. Oil fired central heating. Council Tax: Dorset Council—Band E

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: FTTP—Superfast broadband is available—highest available download speed 80 Mbps, highest available upload speed 20 Mbps. (Openreach).
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. 
Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding.

The Old Schoolhouse stands proudly in the heart of the charming village of Chetnole which lies mid-way between the county town of Dorchester to the south and the historic Abbey town of Sherborne and the local regional centre of Yeovil to the north. Chetnole is a very well-regarded village which has a parish church, a village hall, public house and a railway station which is a request stop on the line between Weymouth and Bristol/Gloucester, serving about 8 trains per day. There are outstanding walks to be had from the village itself as well as a variety of clubs and events. The neighbouring villages of Leigh and Yetminster have between them a post office/general store, spar supermarket, public house, antique shop with café, veterinary practice, allotments, sports field and club House, primary school, health centre and a train halt. Sporting walking and riding opportunities abound within the area with Sherborne, Yeovil and Dorchester providing between them, an excellent range of cultural, recreational and shopping facilities, The region is well known for both its public and privately funded schooling while communication links are good with a main line station at Sherborne linking directly with London Waterloo and road links along the A303 joined at Sparkford giving swift access to London and the Home Counties along the M3, M25 route.