Listed for £1,350,000
March 25, 2026
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Location
Chelwood House occupies a lovely position on North Street in the sought after Dorset village of Fontmell Magna, just south of Shaftesbury and on the edge of the Blackmore Vale. The surrounding countryside is a real draw, with excellent access to walking, riding and some of the most attractive rural scenery in the area.
Fontmell Magna has a good range of day to day amenities, including a church, village hall, primary school and a well regarded pub. For a wider range of shops, restaurants and everyday services, the historic hilltop town of Shaftesbury is close by. Salisbury is also easily accessible and provides a broad mix of cultural, commercial and leisure amenities.
For commuters, Gillingham offers the most convenient rail connection, with regular direct services to London Waterloo. Journey times average around 2 hours 5 minutes, with the fastest trains taking from about 1 hour 54 minutes. The area is also well connected by road, with straightforward access to Shaftesbury, Salisbury and the surrounding region.
There is a good choice of state schooling nearby. St Andrew’s CE Primary School serves the village, while Shaftesbury School is the main local secondary and offers education through to sixth form. Other state schools in the area include Sturminster Newton High School. Salisbury is also within reach for the area’s well regarded grammar schools, Bishop Wordsworth’s School and South Wilts Grammar School. As always, prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries regarding catchment and admissions.
There is also an excellent selection of private schools in the wider area, including Port Regis at Motcombe, Clayesmore at Iwerne Minster, Bryanston at Blandford Forum and Sandroyd at Rushmore. Together, they offer a wide range of day and boarding options, which adds to the area’s appeal for families.
All distances and travel times are approximate.
Square Footage: 2,927 sq ft
Acreage: 2.71 Acres
Directions
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Additional Info
Services : Mains electricity and water. Private drainage.
Local Authority : Dorset County Council –
Council Tax : band E
Tenure : Freehold
Energy Performance : Chelwood House EPC = C, Chelwood Cottage EPC = C
Fixtures and Fittings : Please note that, unless specifically mentioned, all fixtures and fittings and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale.
Viewing : Strictly by appointment with sole selling agents Savills.