Summary - WELL COTTAGE WATER LANE WINTERBORNE HOUGHTON BLANDFORD FORUM DT11 0PE
2 bed 2 bath Semi-Detached
Grade II thatched cottage with cabin, stunning country views and planning permission ideal for downsizers.
Grade II listed thatched cottage dating from the 1750s
Panoramic countryside views in Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Custom cabin “Pie Nook” with full planning permission and Airbnb history
Beautifully updated interiors with original features and open fireplace
Large private garden, mature yew tree, shed and woodstore
Gravel driveway provides off-street parking for several vehicles
Listed status restricts alterations and may raise upkeep costs
Oil heating, septic tank, slow broadband and medium flood risk
Well Cottage is a Grade II listed thatched cottage dating from the 1750s, freshly updated inside while retaining period character such as exposed beams, stone flooring and an open fireplace. The sitting room and garden enjoy panoramic countryside views across a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. A thoughtfully arranged kitchen/breakfast room, study and two bedrooms (plus a small loft/third single) suit a compact family or those downsizing.
A major practical benefit is the custom-built cabin known as “Pie Nook” at the top of the garden. The cabin has full planning permission and has been used as an Airbnb, giving potential for immediate income or a private annexe/home office. Off-street gravel parking, a sizeable private lawned garden with mature yew, shed and woodstore add useful outdoor space and privacy.
Buyers should note material constraints: the house is Grade II listed, which will limit alterations and may increase maintenance costs. The property uses oil-fired heating and a septic tank; broadband speeds are slow and mobile signal is only average. There is a medium flood risk for the area. EPC is listed as exempt. These are important practical considerations for long-term running costs and any future changes.
Overall this is a character-rich cottage for someone wanting a peaceful rural base with flexible ancillary accommodation and clear potential for income or multi-generational use, provided they are comfortable with listed-building responsibilities and rural utilities.
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