Summary - St Johns Cottage, Chapel Lane DT9 5DJ
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
South-facing garden, outbuildings and village convenience for character lovers.
Grade II listed 17th-century stone cottage with strong period features
St Johns Cottage is a Grade II listed 17th-century stone cottage tucked on a quiet lane in Milborne Port. The house retains abundant period character — exposed beams, two inglenook fireplaces with log burners, window seats and elm planking — and offers surprisingly generous room proportions across two floors. A south-facing rear garden, mature borders and two useful stone outbuildings add valuable external space and storage.
This home suits a buyer seeking character and village tranquillity: the plot is private, crime levels are very low and local amenities, good primary schooling and transport links to Sherborne are close by. Practical modern benefits include mains gas central heating, double glazing and ultrafast broadband, while council tax remains affordable (Band C).
Important practical points: the Grade II listing and conservation area status will restrict alterations and may complicate maintenance and improvement works. Some fabric issues should be expected in a building of this age — stone walls likely lack modern insulation, roof and chimney maintenance may be required, and internal ceiling heights are generally low. There is limited off-street parking and mobile signal can be variable indoors.
Offered chain free, the cottage is ready for anyone who values historic charm and location over contemporary open-plan living. For buyers prepared to manage listed-building constraints, there is scope to personalise finishes while preserving authentic character.
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