Summary - 1 CANN BRIDGE COTTAGES MELBURY ABBAS SHAFTESBURY SP7 0BP
2 bed 2 bath Character Property
Characterful countryside home with garden, parking and scope to improve.
Chain-free two-bedroom stone cottage with original beams and woodburner
Garage plus front parking space
Mature garden with shrubs and fruit trees, large plot
Option to purchase adjacent cottage for expansion or rental
Small overall size — approx. 610 sq ft, limited living space
Requires cosmetic updating; some single-glazed windows present
High flood risk — insurance/mitigation likely needed
Area shows above-average crime and local deprivation
Set in the peaceful North Dorset countryside, this stone-built semi-detached cottage blends original character with practical living. Exposed beams, a woodburner and compact rooms create a cosy retreat ideal for someone seeking a quieter rural life without excessive space to maintain. The mature garden with fruit trees and a front garage add useful outdoor and storage space.
The property is offered chain-free and includes an unusual opportunity to buy the neighbouring cottage, useful for someone wanting extra space or future rental income. The layout features a sitting room with woodburner, a separate dining area, kitchen, bathroom, two bedrooms and an ensuite to the second bedroom — a sensible arrangement for downsizers or a small family.
There are some important considerations: the cottage is small (about 610 sq ft) and in need of general updating in places. Single glazing on some windows, overgrown garden areas and the description of the exterior indicate maintenance and cosmetic work will be required. The location is in a hamlet setting with limited local services and an above-average crime statistic for the area.
Buyers should note a high flood risk for this location and factor potential insurance and mitigation costs into budget planning. Broadband is fast and mobile signal average, but the wider neighbourhood is an ageing rural community with signs of local deprivation. Taken together, this is a characterful, chain-free cottage with scope to improve and expand (subject to purchase of the neighbour), suited to someone seeking a manageable countryside home who is realistic about upkeep and flood considerations.
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