- Period Cottage +
- Grade II Listed +
- Two bedrooms +
- Off-street parking +
- Newly thatched roof +
- Refurbished property +
- 15 Minutes to Lyme Regis +
- Freehold +
- Council tax band B +
The historical charm of this property adds character and a sense of nostalgia, making it a truly unique find. Situated in a tranquil hamlet setting, this house provides a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The quaint surroundings and friendly community make Hewood a wonderful place to base yourself and enjoy the rural setting. Council tax band B. Grade II listed.
The Property - Having been completely refurbished in recent years yet retaining a wealth of original features Stepps Cottage now offers a buyer a property ready to move into and enjoy. Set in a truly picturesque rural location surrounded by some of West Dorset's best walking and within a 15 minute drive of Lyme Regis, making this an ideal second home or main residence. Accommodation briefly comprises, a fully fitted kitchen with built in appliances, with two separate reception rooms, both with fireplaces and beamed ceilings and a spacious bathroom with walk-in shower. Upstairs are two inter-joining bedrooms. The garden at the rear is laid to lawn, at the front is a gated hardstanding for parking. There is ample additional parking in the hamlet which is very quiet so there is never an issue for additional parking.
Situation - The tiny hamlet of Hewood lies between Winsham and Hawkchurch just south of Forde Abbey. The hamlet itself centres around a village green with similarly charming listed cottages and period houses reminiscent of times gone by! It is a truly picturesque rural setting which likely has not changed much in generations. Worthy of note is the famous artist Lucien Pissarro lived in Hewood and painted many local scenes during his time there in the late 1930's. More recently Hewood was featured in popular TV series Beyond River Cottage as Hugh Fearnley-Whittinstall lived there too.
Services - Sewage treatment plant installed in 2021 in line with current regulations (shared with next door and located in the garden of Stepps Cottage), oil fired central heating, mains water and electric.
Newly thatched roof. The property is Grade II listed constructed of solid stone walls under a thatched roof with wooden single glazed windows.
Fibre to the property super fast broadband.
Viewings - Contact Stags Bridport to arrange an accompanied viewing.