House in Dorset in Dorchester

A former school house with contemporary styling and easy access to some of Dorset s most famous attractions. With character features and a wood burner it s the ideal base for a fun filled holiday Set within the pretty village of West Knighton, this grade II listed house has been sympathetically converted from a former village school.

Summary
  •   Max. Occupancy 6
  •   Bedrooms 3
  •   Bathrooms 2
  •   Accommodation Type Cottage
Features
  •   WiFi
  •   Cots
  •   Parking
  •   Open fire
  •   Garden

A former school house with contemporary styling and easy access to some of Dorset s most famous attractions. With character features and a wood burner it s the ideal base for a fun filled holiday

Set within the pretty village of West Knighton, this grade II listed house has been sympathetically converted from a former village school. Offering individual character and an enviable setting, this spacious property is ideal for visiting both the coast and countryside. Why not take a stroll to the local pub or perhaps visit the county town of Dorchester, which is minutes away by car and offers all kinds of shops, as well as museums, cinemas and other attractions. The Purbeck Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is only a short drive away and leads onto Dorset's amazing Jurassic Coast beyond, where you can explore the much photographed landmarks of Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. Heading into the semi detached property you are met by a grand galleried main hall with an inviting lounge to the right, which is the ideal place to relax after a day spent exploring as it has sofas, armchairs, a wood burner, TV/DVD. Also leading off of the hallway is a compact twin bedroom, separate WC and a cosy sun room. Further on from here is the well equipped open plan kitchen/diner, which has two electric ovens and a hob, two fridges, a freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Heading back into the hallway you will find the staircase rising to the first floor, with a sunny casual reading area which gives access to a twin bedroom with pitched beamed ceiling and en suite shower and WC. A further striking king size bedroom with exposed beams is opposite, with an adjacent contemporary bathroom with bath and a separate shower and WC completing the first floor. Venturing outside via the rear door you will find a table and chairs within a compact enclosed courtyard, offering a sunny spot to relax and enjoy a drink outdoors. Off road parking for two cars is available to the side of the property. Need to know: 3 Bedrooms 1 king size, 1 twin and 1 compact twin on the ground floor. 1 Bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, 1 en suite shower and WC and 1 separate WC. Two electric ovens and hob, 2 fridges, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Wood burner (first basket of logs included). Off road parking for 2 cars. Beach 4 miles, shop 1.5 miles and pub within walking distance. TV/DVD in the lounge. Highchair and travel cot available on request.

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Thu 30th
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Fri 31st
Heavy intensity rain
Heavy intensity rain
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Sat 1st
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Mon 3rd
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Tue 4th
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Wed 5th
Light rain
Light rain
9°C 4°C
15mph
0.3mm
1,035mb

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