Oborne, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9

A 3 Bedroom Character End-Terrace Cottage with Remarkably Large Gardens Backing onto Open Countryside. Positioned within the favourable village of Oborne and striking distance of Sherborne.

Hayward Cottage is a charming end of terrace, stone-built period cottage located within the highly sought-after village of Oborne and within striking distance of Sherborne. While situated close to the road, the property enjoys a remarkably peaceful backdrop, with extensive rear gardens extending away from the road towards open countryside, creating a wonderful sense of space and seclusion.

The cottage sits adjacent to the historic St Cuthbert's Church, one of the village's most notable landmarks, adding to the property's unique setting and character.

Offering over 1,000 sq ft of accommodation, the property combines period charm with practical living space and presents an exciting opportunity for a purchaser wishing to personalise and further enhance a traditional Dorset cottage. The accommodation comprises an entrance hall, spacious sitting room with wood-burning stove and character beams, together with a kitchen/dining room overlooking the gardens. To the first floor are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally, the property benefits from a substantial rear garden incorporating a paved terrace, vegetable plots, greenhouse, lawn and timber outbuildings, with attractive countryside views beyond.

Services
Mains water and electric. Private drainage.
LPG Gas central heating.

Additional Information
Broadband: FTTP—Ultrafast broadband is available—highest available download speed 1800 Mbps, highest available upload speed 220 Mbps. (Openreach).

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE 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 (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).

Hayward Cottage occupies a delightful position in the heart of Oborne, adjacent to the ancient Church of St Cuthbert and surrounded by attractive countryside on the Dorset and Somerset border. Despite its rural setting, the property is only a short drive from the historic Abbey town of Sherborne, renowned for its independent shops, restaurants, schooling and mainline railway station with direct services to London Waterloo.

A particular feature of Hayward Cottage is its unexpectedly generous plot.

To the rear, the gardens extend well beyond the immediate terrace and comprise productive vegetable beds, areas of mature planting, greenhouse facilities, timber outbuildings and a substantial lawn bounded by established trees and hedging. The gardens enjoy delightful rural views towards surrounding countryside and provide a wonderful setting for families, keen gardeners and those seeking a more self-sufficient lifestyle.

The property's orientation ensures that while the village road lies to the front, the principal outdoor spaces enjoy a predominantly rural outlook to the rear.

Parking
The property does not benefit from private off-road parking within the title. However, the current owners advise that there is a long-established informal arrangement allowing use of the adjoining church parking and turning area for parking purposes. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves regarding the nature and continuation of this arrangement.