Summary - 69 EAST KNIGHTON DORCHESTER DT2 8LF
3 bed 2 bath Detached
Period charm on a generous plot near Purbeck and the Jurassic Coast.
- Grade II listed thatched cottage with original beams and inglenook fireplace
- Gardens approx one-third of an acre; summer house and vegetable beds
- Off-street parking for at least two; scope to erect new garage
- Two ground-floor bedrooms plus principal bedroom upstairs
- Insulated outbuilding with utility room and gardener’s W.C.
- Thatched roof re-thatched 2010; ridge redone 2018 — specialist upkeep needed
- Listed status restricts alterations and may complicate repairs
- Broadband reported slow; check speeds if working from home
Hillside Cottage is a late-18th-century, Grade II listed thatched home set on about a third of an acre, offering a rare combination of period character and generous outdoor space. Inside, original features including exposed beams, timber floors and an inglenook fireplace create an appealing, cosy atmosphere. The principal bedroom and second bathroom occupy the first floor for privacy, while two ground-floor bedrooms and a bright garden room suit guests or a home office.
The gardens are a standout asset: mature planting, raised Purbeck beds, fruit trees, vegetable plots, a summer house and an insulated outbuilding with utility facilities provide comfortable and practical outdoor living. There is off-street parking for at least two vehicles, side access via a five-bar gate and space where an updated garage could be constructed.
Practical points to note: the cottage’s listed status will restrict changes and can complicate repairs or extensions. The thatched roof was re-thatched in 2010 with the ridge redone in 2018, which reduces immediate cost risk but means future specialist maintenance is required. Broadband and mobile signal are reported average to slow for the area despite advertised superfast provision; those who work heavily online should check speeds in person.
This property will suit buyers seeking a character-filled country home close to Dorset’s coast and countryside — families, downsizers or buyers wanting an attractive garden with scope for sensitively considered improvements. The freehold tenure, no flood risk and proximity to Wool station (direct to London) add practical appeal, while above-average council tax and listed-building responsibilities are important budget considerations.
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