Summary - OAK COTTAGE, YEOVIL ROAD, DORCHESTER, MELBURY OSMOND DT2 0NL
3 bed 2 bath Detached
Characterful three-bedroom lodge with large private gardens and far-reaching Dorset views.
- Grade II listed Victorian Gothic Revival former lodge
- Three double bedrooms, built-in wardrobes, original fireplaces
- Bespoke kitchen and conservatory with underfloor heating
- Very large private gardens, orchard, westerly deck and stream
- Detached double garage, workshop/utility and log store
- Gated parking for several vehicles; village setting with low crime
- Excellent mobile signal and fast broadband; no flood risk
- Listing restrictions may complicate alterations; tenure unknown
Oak Cottage (Melbury Lodge) is an attractively presented Grade II listed former lodge set on the edge of Melbury Osmond, with wide uninterrupted views over Dorset farmland. The house combines Victorian Gothic Revival character—stone mullion windows, high ceilings and original fireplaces—with modern comforts such as a bespoke kitchen, conservatory with underfloor heating and built-in wardrobes to the bedrooms. The plot is very large and private, with mature gardens, an orchard, a westerly deck and a small stream crossing the grounds.
Practical conveniences include gated off-road parking and a detached double garage with workshop and utility area, plus excellent mobile reception and fast broadband for remote working. The setting is rural and peaceful with very low local crime and easy access to nearby towns (Dorchester, Sherborne, Yeovil) and rail links at surrounding villages.
Important considerations: the property is Grade II listed which will restrict alterations and can complicate maintenance and consent for change. Tenure and council tax details are not provided and should be confirmed. The listing of the sale particulars notes an exclusivity/process fee arrangement for reserving purchase rights; prospective buyers should clarify these payment terms and any conditions before proceeding.
This home will suit buyers seeking an elegant character house in a secluded countryside location — families or downsizers who value gardens, period detail and rural views, and who are comfortable with the responsibilities of a listed property.
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