- For sale by Public Auction and vis Livestream Thursday 19 March +
- Detached three bedroom house +
- Situated on a quiet, no through lane +
- 0.40 acre plot +
- Fantastic potential (subject to the relevant permissions) +
- Located in a desirable Dorset Village with a good range of amenities +
A charming three bedroom detached home is situated on a quiet no through lane on the outskirts of the popular village of Marnhull. The property sits on a good size plot, in a lovely location, with fantastic potential (subject to relevant permissions).
Auction - For sale by Public Auction and via Livestream on Thursday 19 March 2026 at 2pm at Merley House, Merley House Lane, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 3AA and via Livestream. Register to bid in the room, online, by telephone or by proxy via our website.
The Property - Likely to date back to the mid 20th century, this three bedroom detached home is situated on a quiet no through lane on the outskirts of the popular village of Marnhull. The property boasts well-proportioned rooms and light accommodation, but would benefit from refurbishment throughout. The house sits on a good-size plot, offering potential to extend (subject to the relevant permissions). Please refer to the agents note.
Situation - Marnhull is one of the largest villages in England with a thriving community life with two public houses, two primary schools, three churches, doctors' surgery, pharmacy, carpet and soft furnishing shop, two grocery shops (one with a post office), hairdresser and beauty salon. Surrounded by beautiful country side the larger towns of Sturminster Newton is circa 3.5m, Shaftesbury c. 6 miles and Gillingham c. 6miles.
Agents Note - There are structural issues at The Presbytery which are understood to be a result of drainage issues and tree growth. A defects report and drainage report will be included in the legal pack for further information and we recommend that bidders seek further advice from specialist professionals.
As at 05/09/2025:
Ultrafast broadband available - source Ofcom. There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. The property is located in Flood Risk Zone 2.
We are aware of the presence of asbestos at the property. Please refer to the asbestos report in the legal pack.
The sellers are looking to recover some of their legal fees from the buyer, please refer to the legal pack.
The Presbytery is part of a larger title and a Transfer of Part will be provided with some restrictive covenants. Please refer to the legal pack for further information.
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Services - Mains electricity and water. Oil central heating. Private drainage, we understand that the system may not comply with current regulations and the cost to replace the system should be factored into a maximum bid.
Local Authority - Dorset Council
Council Tax Band E
Solicitors - Trowers & Hamlins LLP
Exeter EX1 1UG