East Chelborough, Dorchester

A beautifully refurbished Semi-detached cottage set within glorious Dorset countryside, offering characterful and versatile accommodation together with mature gardens, productive grounds and superb far-reaching rural views.

Introduction - 1 Oaklands Cottage is a charming detached country home occupying a peaceful rural position surrounded by rolling Dorset countryside. The property has been sympathetically improved and beautifully presented to combine modern comfort with a wealth of character, creating a warm and welcoming home ideally suited to countryside living.

The Property - Approached via a private lane, the cottage immediately enjoys a sense of privacy and tranquillity. Internally, the accommodation is light and spacious with an attractive blend of traditional features and contemporary styling throughout.

The principal reception space is particularly impressive, featuring vaulted ceilings, oak flooring and a striking wood burning stove which forms the focal point of the room. Enlarged roof lights together with glazed doors and windows allow excellent natural light while framing delightful views across the surrounding countryside.

The layout offers excellent versatility with clearly defined sitting and dining areas together with a conservatory positioned to take full advantage of the outlook across the rear garden. The kitchen is fitted with oak worktops and matching cabinetry, providing a practical and sociable space with ample natural light and additional loft storage above.

The ground floor principal bedroom is generously proportioned and benefits from an en-suite shower together with French doors opening directly onto a private seating terrace within the rear garden. A separate cloakroom and recently refurbished family bathroom complete the ground floor accommodation.

To the first floor are two further double bedrooms, both enjoying attractive views over the gardens and surrounding countryside. There is also access to a useful boarded loft space.

The current owners have maintained and improved the property to a particularly high standard, with careful attention paid to both presentation and functionality throughout.

Outside - The gardens and grounds are a particular feature of the property, providing a wonderful balance of landscaped spaces and productive areas. To the rear, the garden enjoys a high degree of privacy with lawned areas, established planting, patio seating terraces and attractive borders creating an ideal environment for entertaining and outdoor enjoyment.

Further features include a greenhouse, polytunnel, chicken coop, workshop and substantial timber garden store, perfectly complementing the property’s rural setting and lifestyle appeal.

To the front, a generous shingle driveway provides ample parking together with access to the garage and log store. Across the lane is an additional parcel of land currently arranged as a productive vegetable garden together with further parking space.

Situation - The property occupies a peaceful position within the small rural hamlet of East Chelborough, surrounded by unspoilt countryside and scenic walking routes. The nearby market towns of Beaminster and Bridport provide a range of everyday amenities, independent shops and leisure facilities, while the Jurassic Coast lies within easy reach.

Services - Mains electricity and water. Private drainage.
Oil fired central heating.
Solar panels providing supplementary income.

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Local Authority - Dorset Council - Tel:
Tax band D

Material Information - Our vendor informs us the solar panels currently generate an approximate income of £2,500 per annum.

There is a small element of flying freehold.

Photographs taken April 2026 © Symonds & Sampson