Summary - 29 WEST STREET ABBOTSBURY WEYMOUTH DT3 4JT
3 bed 2 bath Detached
Characterful village home with large garden and coastal views for family living.
Grade II listed thatched cottage with period beams and inglenook fireplace
Set in AONB with views of St Catherine’s Chapel and the sea
Large plot ~0.46 acres with summerhouse, shed and double garage
Three bedrooms; one ground-floor en-suite and separate study space
Leasehold: 90 years (seller to extend from 33 to 90) and ground rent £284/year
Listed status and conservation area restrict alterations and complicate repairs
Oil-fired heating; low/average ceiling heights and smaller room proportions
Slow broadband, average mobile signal; contributes to shared drive maintenance
Set within the historic coastal village of Abbotsbury, this Grade II listed thatched cottage combines authentic period character with surprisingly generous outdoor space. The house sits in a conservation area and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and benefits from far-reaching views towards St Catherine’s Chapel and the sea. Internally there are two reception rooms, a kitchen, three bedrooms (one en-suite) plus a study area — all arranged over multiple floors with exposed beams and a cosy inglenook fireplace.
The plot is a standout: approximately 0.46 acres of lawn, mature trees, a secluded patio, summerhouse, stone-built shed, and a double garage with gravel parking behind a six-bar gate. This provides excellent scope for family outdoor living, entertaining, vegetable beds or a small hobby orchard within peaceful village surroundings.
Practical points you must consider: the property is leasehold with 90 years on the lease as offered (the seller will extend from 33 to 90 years as stated), and an ongoing ground rent of £142 every six months. As a Grade II listed building in a conservation area, any alterations will require listed-building and conservation approvals and can complicate maintenance. Heating is by oil and the home has traditional features such as low to average ceilings and smaller room proportions typical of thatched cottages.
The location suits buyers seeking village life, countryside access and coastal attractions rather than fast commuter convenience. Broadband speeds are reported slow and mobile signal average, and the property contributes to maintenance of the shared access drive. Council tax sits in band F, reflecting running costs. Overall this is a characterful family cottage with generous gardens and strong village appeal, best for buyers who value heritage and outdoor space and who accept the responsibilities of owning a listed, leasehold thatched home.
4 bedroom detached house for sale in Abbotsbury, Dorset, DT3 — £550,000 • 4 bed • 2 bath • 1990 ft²
2 bedroom semi-detached house for sale in Brooklyns, Stoke Abbott, Dorset, DT8 — £300,000 • 2 bed • 1 bath • 655 ft²
4 bedroom detached house for sale in Waterside Lane, Sydling St. Nicholas, Dorchester, DT2 — £750,000 • 4 bed • 3 bath • 2515 ft²
2 bedroom terraced house for sale in Chaldon Herring, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 — £325,000 • 2 bed • 1 bath • 934 ft²
3 bedroom house for sale in East Knighton, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 — £675,000 • 3 bed • 1 bath • 1213 ft²
3 bedroom detached house for sale in Back Street, Portesham, Weymouth, DT3 — £595,000 • 3 bed • 2 bath • 1934 ft²
