Iwerne Minster

Charming 2 bedroom period semi-detached cottage offering stylishly updated interiors, character features and a generous tiered garden in the heart of this sought-after Dorset village.

A beautifully presented cottage in the heart of Iwerne Minster, one of North Dorset`s most historic and characterful villages. Set beside the Grade II listed 1880 village pump, from which the cottage takes its name, the property forms part of a picturesque Higher Street street scene. The village itself has a rich story, with roots reaching back to the Domesday Book and earlier, a 12th-century parish church, and later links to the Wolverton and Ismay estates. Today, Iwerne Minster remains a sought-after Dorset village, set below Cranborne Chase and close to the Blackmore Vale, with a welcoming community, village pub, parish facilities and convenient access to Blandford Forum and Shaftesbury.

Sitting Room - 16'3" (4.95m) x 11'10" (3.61m)
A warm and welcoming reception room full of cottage character, with terracotta-style tiled flooring, exposed brick detailing and a feature fireplace fitted with a wood-burning stove. Bespoke-style alcove shelving and cupboards provide useful storage, while the large front window with shutters frames the village setting. The room also gives a natural flow through to the kitchen/diner, with the staircase rising neatly to the first floor.

Kitchen/Diner - 16'3" (4.95m) x 8'5" (2.57m)
A beautifully refitted shaker-style kitchen designed with both charm and practicality in mind. Wooden worktops, an inset hob, built-in oven, butler sink and appliances sit alongside soft-toned cabinetry, while the dining area enjoys its own working fireplace and room for relaxed everyday meals. Dual-aspect windows and a stable-style rear door bring in natural light and connect the room directly with the courtyard and garden beyond.

Bedroom 1 - 13'0" (3.96m) x 8'8" (2.64m)
A generous principal bedroom with a calm, characterful feel, featuring exposed timber floorboards, a shuttered window and built-in wardrobe storage, with views towards the village helping to create a peaceful cottage retreat.

Bedroom 2 - 9'0" (2.74m) x 8'7" (2.62m)
A bright and versatile second bedroom, ideal as a guest room, nursery or home office. Exposed floorboards, a sloping ceiling line and a shuttered window add charm, while the proportions allow for a double bed or compact double arrangement depending on need.

Bathroom - 9'1" (2.77m) x 7'4" (2.24m)
A stylish first-floor bathroom with a traditional cottage feel, fitted with a panelled bath with shower head fitting, pedestal basin and high-level cistern WC. Part wood-panelled walls, a roofline feature and a shuttered window create a light, characterful space that compliments the period nature of the home.

Rear Courtyard
Immediately behind the cottage is a wide stone-paved courtyard terrace, enclosed by brick walls and outbuildings. This is a practical and attractive outdoor entertaining space, ideal for morning coffee, summer dining, potted herbs and container planting.

Upper Garden
Stone steps rise from the courtyard to a charming tiered garden, arranged with lawn, mature planting, timber sheds and a delightful summer house / garden studio, ideal as a peaceful work-from-home space, hobby room or quiet retreat. Further steps lead to a Secret Garden, where a decked sun terrace provides a spot for relaxing in the sunshine, alongside a vegetable growing area suited to raised beds, herbs and seasonal produce.



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