Summary - 5 Chaldon Herring DT2 8DN
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Characterful two-bedroom home with garden and parking in peaceful Dorset hamlet.
Grade II listed thatched cottage with original beams and stone walls
This charming Grade II listed thatched cottage sits in peaceful Chaldon Herring, offering characterful two‑bedroom living with a south‑facing garden and private parking. The house combines exposed beams, a deep sitting room with central fireplace, and a compact kitchen leading directly to the garden — comfortable, cosy accommodation suited to downsizers or those seeking a rural retreat.
The plot includes a useful outbuilding for storage or a small studio and benefits from ultrafast broadband, making remote working feasible despite the hamlet setting. The property is offered chain free, so a quick move is possible for a buyer who accepts a period home’s responsibilities.
Buyers should note the material constraints: Grade II listing and conservation area status will restrict alterations and can increase repair costs. The thatched roof and original stone walls likely need specialist maintenance; there is little or no wall insulation. Heating is an electric wet system, which may mean higher running costs compared with gas. There is also a medium flood risk and very limited mobile signal in the immediate area.
Overall, this is a well‑situated, characterful cottage that rewards sensitive upgrading rather than wholesale modernisation. It will suit someone who values rural charm, easy access to the Jurassic Coast and countryside walking, and who is prepared for listed‑building responsibilities and maintenance of traditional materials.
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