House for sale, 126 m²
Dorchester, Sturminster Newton
116.659 €
926 €/m²
Listed Aug 18, 2026
About this listing
For sale by auction: A unique investment opportunity, formerly two cottages but now a cottage and office space with potential for a range of uses (STPP). Situated in the centre of Sturminster Newton, close to amenities and offering a total GIA of 1,355 sq ft across both buildings.
Auction - For sale by Public Auction and via Livestream on Thursday 24 September 2026 at 2pm at The Digby Memorial Church Hall, Digby Road, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3NL and via Livestream. Register to bid in the room, online, by telephone or by proxy via our website.
The Property - A unique investment opportunity in the heart of Sturminster Newton, comprising a one-bedroom cottage with loft room, together with a two-storey office building to the rear.
The cottage, formerly one of two separate dwellings, offers well-proportioned accommodation including an entrance hall, kitchen, sitting room, bedroom, bathroom and loft room. To the rear, the former cottage has been converted to provide office accommodation arranged over two floors, with two rooms, a bathroom and first-floor kitchen.
The property offers considerable scope and potential for conversion or reconfiguration, subject to the necessary planning permissions and relevant consents, making it an interesting proposition for investors, developers or those seeking a property with future potential.
Situation - The property is conveniently situated on Bridge Street, close to the centre of the market town of Sturminster Newton, set within the picturesque Blackmore Vale. The town offers a good range of everyday amenities, including independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, a post office, pharmacy, medical centre and leisure facilities. There is also a regular weekly market, while The Exchange provides a varied programme of arts and community events.
The town is approximately 9 miles from Blandford Forum, 13 miles from Shaftesbury and 12 miles from Sherborne. Road connections are readily accessible via the A357 and A350, with the A31 to the south. Mainline railway services can be found at nearby Sherborne and Gillingham, offering connections to London and the South Coast. The surrounding area offers an attractive combination of rural countryside and accessible market towns, with the North Dorset Trailway providing opportunities for walking and cycling close to the town.
Agents Notes - Grade II listed under the title of "Rear Building Range of No 5 Bridge Street" - please refer to Historic Englands website for further information. Conservation area. A small portion of the bedroom and bathroom go over the footpath - which is a public right of way - leading to 5A and therefore have a flying freehold.
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Services - Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Gas central heating in both properties. Superfast broadband is available. There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. (Ofcom
Local Authority - Dorset Council. Council Tax Band B for number 5. RV for 5A to be confirmed.
Solicitors - Kernon Kelleher Solicitors
Blandford DT11 7EB
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Key Stats
Key Stats
TypeTerraced house
Living Area126 m²
Bedrooms1
Bathrooms2
HeatingGas Central
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Estimated monthly payment
578 €/mo
Down payment10 % · 11.666 €
11.666 €104.993 € loan
Term
Total repayable173.293 €
Interest rate4.40 %
Representative estimate · Landomo is not a mortgage broker. · Rates updated April 2026