3 bedroom cottage for sale

Situated in a picturesque Dorset village, this bright and spacious Grade II listed 18th century cottage offers delightful accommodation just 3 miles from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast.

THE PROPERTY
Situated in the heart of this most popular and picturesque village, first glimpses of Roselawn are most impressive, constructed of painted brick and cobb under a thatched and tiled roof. Dating back to the 1780s and originally belonging to the Weld Estate, this wonderful property has recently undergone a comprehensive programme of works and is now a perfect juxtaposition of old and new with very well-presented and flexible family accommodation. Justifiably Grade II listed of architectural and historical importance, Roselawn has been very successfully let out as a first-class holiday rental and was featured in the Sunday Times as one of the '50 coolest cottages in the UK.'
On first entering the property there is a real sense of charm, space, and light with a fabulous contemporary kitchen with stylish Indian slate flooring and incorporating a range of bespoke wall and base units and including a professional range cooker and breakfast bar. Alongside the kitchen is a fantastic breakfast room with plenty of room for a large dining table, and a downstairs shower/wet room. On the other side is another good-sized room currently used as a games room with doors leading out to the delightful garden. There are also two further lovely reception rooms, one with a gas-fuelled ‘wood burning’ stove, and both with views over the garden.
A wooden staircase leads up to the first floor with three fantastic double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

OUTSIDE
The garden is an absolute delight with plenty of places to relax with a large lawned area, an outside dining area ideal for al fresco dining, mature trees, rose beds, shrubs, and paved paths, as well as a summer house and garden shed. There is also off-road parking available for two cars.
All in all, this is a truly fantastic property in an idyllic yet very convenient location.

LOCATION
Roselawn is well situated for access to the stunning Jurassic coastline and the Purbecks, in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This beautiful stretch of countryside is often referred to as Hardy's Country after its most famous local resident and is also famed for its miles and miles of fabulous footpaths and bridleways for endless walking, cycling and riding. The property is close to Winfrith Heath, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and Special Area of Conservation which is excellent for long walks across uninterrupted heathland, with an abundance of rare butterflies, insects, flora and fauna. The renowned Lulworth Cove, a natural horseshoe shaped harbour forming part of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, is five miles away with its beaches, small eateries and beautiful walks.
The very popular village of Winfrith Newburgh has a strong sense of community with The Red Lion public house, as well as The Countryman Inn in nearby East Knighton, an excellent Village Store & Post Office, thriving primary school and preschool and church. There are regular events and classes held in the village hall.
The village of Wool lies just over 3 miles to the east and benefits from a mainline rail link direct to London Waterloo (2 hours 45 mins) and a good level of amenities, including; a supermarket, store/post office, doctors' surgery, pharmacy, dentist, two primary schools, pharmacy, church, and two public houses. Road connections are also good with easy access via the A352 east and west leading to more major road networks.
The quayside market town of Wareham is just under 9 miles away and has an eclectic mix of restaurants and shops, as well as a yacht club. The county town of Dorchester 9 miles from the property has an excellent range of facilities with shops, schools, restaurants and the county hospital. Of particular note is the Conran-designed development at Brewery Square with its cinema, bars, restaurants and leading shops. There is a Waitrose, Tesco, and Lidl in Dorchester for everyday shopping and a mainline railway station with a fast regular service to London Waterloo. The property is within easy reach of major road networks, A31, M27 & M3.