Shillingstone, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11

A substantial Five Bedroom Detached property extending to over 3,876 sq ft, set within approximately 0.65 acres of gardens and grounds on the edge of the village, adjoining open countryside. The property also enjoys an attractive position alongside the North Dorset Trailway.

Key Features See Below

* Substantial Detached Country Property
set within approximately 0.65 acres
* 4,826 sq ft GIA, including the Detached
Double Garage with Generous Room Above
* Five Bedrooms
* Multiple Reception Rooms
* Detached Outbuilding
* Superb Opportunity to Create a Substantial
Contemporary Country Home
* Set on a Large Plot Adjoining Open Fields and
Countryside
* Direct access to the North Dorset Trailway

An unusually spacious and versatile Detached Country property occupying approximately 0.65 acres, with a total gross internal area of around 4,826 sq ft including the detached garage and games room. Positioned on the edge of the village and surrounded by open countryside, the property represents an exciting opportunity to modernise, remodel and potentially extend to create a substantial and highly individual family home.

The scale of the property is immediately apparent, with a generous footprint, a wealth of Reception accommodation and considerable outside space. Unlike many properties of this type, there is an abundance of rooms to work with, allowing a purchaser to completely reconsider the existing layout and create accommodation tailored to modern living.

The ground floor currently provides an Entrance Hall, Reception Hall, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Drawing Room, Conservatory, Utility Room and Cloakroom. The first floor provides Five Bedrooms, including one En-suite, together with two further Bathrooms.

The number and size of the Reception Rooms are a particular feature. There is genuine scope to create a range of dedicated spaces including formal and informal living rooms, a large Kitchen/Dining and Family Area, Study, Cinema, Playroom or additional Bedroom accommodation, subject to any required alterations and consents. The existing layout also lends itself well to more significant remodelling, potentially transforming the property into a much more contemporary open-plan country residence while retaining separate rooms for entertaining and family life.

With the property sitting within such a substantial plot, there is also potential to consider extending the existing accommodation, subject to planning permission. The combination of the existing floor area, generous footprint and approximately two-thirds of an acre of grounds makes this a particularly interesting proposition for purchasers looking for a project with the potential to add significant value and create something bespoke.

Detached Garage, Games Room & Studio Potential

Away from the main house is a Detached Double Garage with a substantial room above, providing another valuable and highly versatile element to the property.

This could be retained as a Games Room, Gym, Hobby Space or Workshop, or adapted to provide an impressive Home Office or Independent Studio. It could potentially offer accommodation for guests, an Airbnb or annexe-style use, subject to the relevant planning and building regulation consents.

For those working from home, running a business or simply looking for additional recreational space, this detached building provides an excellent opportunity to separate work, leisure or guest accommodation from the main house.

The Grounds
The grounds are a major part of what makes this property so appealing. The house occupies a large plot of approximately 0.65 acres, with generous areas of lawn and plenty of space around the property.

The setting is distinctly rural, with open fields and Dorset countryside immediately surrounding the property, giving it a strong sense of space and privacy. The plot provides ample room for gardens, entertaining areas, children's play space, outbuildings or landscaping projects, while also giving a future owner considerable scope to rethink the external setting alongside any refurbishment of the house.

The property also benefits from its position alongside the North Dorset Trailway, which follows the route of the former railway line between Sturminster Newton and Blandford Forum. The disused railway forms a wonderful recreational route directly from the property, providing excellent opportunities for walking, cycling and riding through the surrounding countryside.


Sturminster Newton is approximately 3–4 miles away and Blandford Forum approximately 6 miles, providing a broader range of shops, schools, services and leisure facilities. Salisbury, Poole and Dorchester are all accessible by road.

The surrounding area is particularly attractive for outdoor pursuits, with extensive opportunities for walking, cycling and riding. The National Trust's Hambledon Hill and Hod Hill are both within approximately 3 miles, adding to the appeal of this exceptionally well-positioned country property.

The property is situated between Shillingstone and Child Okeford, on the edge of the village and adjoining open countryside. Shillingstone's amenities are accessible via the Trailway and include a village shop/Co-op, fuel station, pub and primary school, while Child Okeford, less than a mile away, provides further local amenities.