Listed for £1,595,500
March 25, 2026
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On the first floor are three double bedrooms all with feature fireplaces and shuttered windows overlooking the lawns, two bathrooms and an en-suite WC. Stairs lead to the ‘little attic’ bedroom at one end of the corridor and the ‘large attic’ suite at the other. This suite comprises a double bedroom, rainfall shower room and lounge with exposed beams and vaulted ceilings.
Outside - The grounds of more than two acres, bounded on one side by a tributary of the River Wey, have a variety of mature trees including oak, ash and a magnificent copper beach, as well as various fruit trees. The garden is landscaped to provide stepped lawns, sun terraces, extensive colourful flower beds, a vegetable garden with a newly constructed potting shed and a pond with jetty. The tranquil setting is a haven for wildlife.
A large terrace with ornamental pond overlooking the lawns is perfect for entertaining and has steps leading to the newly astro-turfed (2023) all weather tennis court. The house has private access to the churchyard through a wrought iron gate, and a separate gate leads to a footpath from which views of the Jurassic coast can be glimpsed within 5 minutes’ walk, as well as Hardy’s Monument on the South Dorset Ridgeway. The coast can be reached on foot within 45-minutes. There is a walled garden of approx.1000m2 (0.25 acre), from which underground ducting runs to the house to facilitate water and/or electric cabling for an array of solar panels (planning permission granted).
The front garden provides parking for multiple cars and has a large double garage/workshop.
Outbuildings include a large potting shed, garden store, wood store, an obsolete gardener's shed and outdoor WC.
Livery is available in the village.
Ancillary Accommodation - Ancillary Buildings Total: 58m2/624 sq. ft
Garage
Potting Shed
Garden Store
Situation - The rural retreat of Buckland Ripers is conveniently located for easy access to the popular resort of Weymouth with its extensive range of dining, leisure facilities and shopping, including two major supermarkets just eight minutes' drive away. Upwey and Weymouth railway stations offer direct services to London, and it is 8 miles to the county town of Dorchester.
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Services - Mains electricity and water.
Oil fired central heating.
Septic tank shared with two neighbouring properties.
Broadband - Superfast speed available
Mobile - There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. (
Material Information - Local Authority:
Dorset Council
Council Tax Band G
Agents Note:
The neighbouring property has a flying freehold above the study and basement of The Manor and benefits from a right of way to their French window where they are permitted to park one domestic vehicle. We are informed by the seller that the septic tank does not comply with current regulations and will require upgrading.
Our clients have provided the content of this brochure, including the text, imagery and plans. They have also advised that the property will be sold subject to and with the benefit of all wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether mentioned in these particulars or not. Only those items known as fixtures and fittings will be included in the sale. Certain items may be available by separate negotiation.