East Hill, Dorchester, DT2

The Property
Unique opportunity to own a quintessential thatched, Dorset home, blending historic charm with modern potential. Situated in the idyllic village of Charminster, just over two miles from Dorchester, the house occupies a prominent corner plot surrounded by picturesque village roads. Dating back to 1637, the property was originally three cottages and now stands as a spacious period home with thick walls and an abundance of character. While it has undergone updates over the years, it would benefit from further refurbishment to elevate its quality.

The property is not listed but holds the designation of ‘Property of Special Interest,’ adding to its appeal. Upon entering through the charming thatched storm porch, you are welcomed into a generous hallway. The standout feature is the large kitchen/dining room, which boasts beautiful views of the terrace and colourful garden. Adjacent to this space is a utility room with access to a secondary storm porch and the garden. The sitting room is equally inviting, featuring an open fireplace with a mantelpiece, and French doors leading to a conservatory that opens onto the terrace.

Additional ground-floor spaces include an L-shaped study with French windows to the garden, a cloakroom with WC, and fitted storage cupboards. The first floor provides versatile living arrangements, with four double bedrooms and two bath/shower rooms.

The gardens are a key highlight of this property. Beautifully landscaped with vibrant borders, lawns, and a patio area, they offer privacy through mature hedging and fencing. A second (open) conservatory off the terrace serves as an ideal space for gardening enthusiasts. At the rear, is parking for several vehicles and a double garage with pitched roof, power and light.

Charminster itself is a sought-after village known for its period properties and historic charm. Local amenities include a first school, gastro pub, village hall, and parish church.

Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as 'draft'. Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks. Our partner, Lifetime Legal Limited, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer. You’ll need to pay this to Lifetime Legal and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale. The cost includes obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required, and includes a range of benefits. Purplebricks will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in providing these checks.