Tansee Hill, Thorncombe, Dorset

A substantial, thatched house of 1,620 sq ft (inc garage) in the heart of Thorncombe, built in 1997 by C G Fry and Son the long established Dorset firm chosen by the Duchy of Cornwall to build Poundbury and winners of numerous NHBC Pride in the Job Awards.

It offers what few thatched properties can: the character of a period property with none of the usual compromises. As the house dates from 1997 is it not a listed building, and behind the thatch is modern construction with fire prevention measures, full insulation, double glazing and central heating throughout. The roof was completely re-thatched in 2018.

The house is an end of terrace (just a short terrace of 3 homes), and effectively semi-detached, sitting on a wider plot with a larger garden than many of its neighbours. The accommodation is arranged over two floors and extends to four bedrooms, with en-suite to the principal bedroom, a family bathroom and spacious part-galleried landing. On the ground floor, is an entrance hall, cloakroom, a good sized lounge with fireplace and French doors opening to a conservatory, a separate dining room, a kitchen/breakfast room and a utility room. Two of the bedrooms enjoy easterly views towards open countryside and distant hills.

Situated in the heart of the village, the property is just a short walk from the community-run shop and café, as well as being close to the village school and hall.

The garden is particularly delightful, having been thoughtfully divided into a number of distinct areas, including a rose garden, an area for growing fruit and vegetables, a small pond and a trellis arch leading through to a further planting area. There is also a good area of lawn and a summer house. A path leads to the rear of the garden, where there is a personnel door providing access to the double garage, which benefits from power and light. A garden gate gives access to the rear driveway, which is shared with neighbouring properties.

The windows are the original wooden double-glazed units, with the exception of the conservatory, which has uPVC double glazing. They have been well maintained and regularly painted. Oil-fired central heating provides warmth throughout via radiators.

Thorncombe village lies in the western corner of Dorset close to the Devon and Somerset borders and just 11 miles inland from the popular seaside resort of Lyme Regis on the Jurassic coast. The nearest towns are Chard and Crewkerne (both just over 6 miles away) and the seaside town of Lyme Regis is just 11 miles to the south. The area has been designated as one of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the village itself has a very strong community with many local clubs on offer and an excellent community run shop/PO/café as well as a First Responders team. There are numerous footpaths available from the doorstep and the famous Forde Abbey and gardens is just a mile down the road. To find out more, please visit the Thorncombe website.

The accommodation, all measurements approximate, comprises:

GROUND FLOOR

PORCH
Overhanging storm porch. Outside light. Composite front door with glazed panel.

HALL
Stairs rising to first floor. Under stairs cupboard. Smoke detector. Fire alarm. Radiator. Ceramic tiled floor.

LIVING ROOM - 6.12m (20'1") x 4.71m (15'5") Max
Window to front. Fireplace for open fire. Double doors to the dining room. French doors to conservatory at the back. TV point. Two radiators.

CONSERVATORY - 2.67m (8'9") x 2.38m (7'10")
Dwarf wall with uPVC double glazed windows and polycarbonate roof. French door to the garden. Ceramic tiled floor.

DINING ROOM - 3.11m (10'2") x 3.1m (10'2")
Window to rear with a pleasant view over the garden. Door to hall. Double doors to living room. Radiator.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM - 3.9m (12'10") x 2.6m (8'6")
Dual aspect with window to front and small window to side. The kitchen is fitted with a range of painted wall and base units with laminate work surfaces and inset white composite one and a half bowl sink unit and drainer. Integrated electric double oven/grill and electric hob with cooker hood above. Space and plumbing for dish washer. Space for fridge/freezer. Space for small table and chairs. Radiator. Ceramic tiled floor. Door to

UTILITY ROOM - 2.08m (6'10") x 1.66m (5'5")
Half glazed door to garden. Base unit with laminate work top with inset stainless steel sink unit and drainer. Grant wall mounted oil fired boiler for central heating and hot water. Space for a washing machine and additional appliance. Radiator. Ceramic tiled floor. Door to

WC
Obscure glazed window to rear. Fitted with a white suite comprising w.c. and wall mounted wash hand basin. Extractor. Radiator. Ceramic tiled floor.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING
Large landing with window to front. Hatch to insulated loft. Airing cupboard housing factory lagged hot water cylinder.

BEDROOM ONE - 4.02m (13'2") Irregular Shape x 3.15m (10'4")
Window to rear with easterly views to the countryside. Range of built-in wardrobes. TV Point. Radiator. Door to

EN SUITE
Obscure glazed window to rear. Fitted with a white suite comprising shower cubicle fitted with Mira electric shower, w.c. and pedestal wash hand basin. Extractor. Chrome ladder style radiator. Vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM TWO - 3.38m (11'1") Irregular Shape x 2.84m (9'4")
Window to front. Built-in wardrobe. Radiator.

BEDROOM THREE - 3.14m (10'4") x 2.49m (8'2")
Window to rear with lovely views. Radiator.

BEDROOM FOUR - 3.08m (10'1") x 2.85m (9'4")
Window to front and small window to side. Built-in wardrobe. Radiator.

BATHROOM
Obscure glazed window to rear. Fitted with a white suite comprising panelled bath, w.c. and pedestal wash hand basin. Extractor. Chrome ladder style radiator. Vinyl flooring.

OUTSIDE
A strip of shrub planting runs along the front of the house with a short path leading to the front entrance. The rear entrance can be found a short distance away in the cul-de-sac. A right turning into a shared driveway leads to the garage and rear garden gate.

DOUBLE GARAGE - 5.41m (17'9") x 5.38m (17'8")
With pitched slate roof to match the house. Up and over door to front. Side pedestrian door and window to garden. Light and power. Eaves storage.

GARDEN
The cottage style garden has been lovingly stocked through the years with numerous shrubs, climbers, roses and seasonal flowers. Little pathways lead through the side garden to a summer house, behind which is a fruit and vegetable bed. This area is walled at the front. Near the summer house is an ornamental pond and to the other side of the path is an area of lawn. Behind the garage is a good sized secluded patio. A path runs alongside the garage wall to a garden gate, allowing pedestrian entrance to the back garden.

SERVICES
All mains services are connected except gas (there is no gas in the village). Water is metered. Oil fired central heating.

COUNCIL TAX
Dorset Council. Band E. Currently £3,215 (2026/27).

BROADBAND
Broadband availability at this location can be checked through: https://www.openreach.com/broadband-network/fibre-availability

MOBILE
Mobile coverage can be checked through: https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage

FLOOD RISK
Flood risk Information can be checked through the following: https://www.gov.uk/check-long-term-flood-risk

Directions
When visiting Thorncombe please DO NOT FOLLOW THE SAT NAV if travelling from Lyme Regis/Bridport direction. The sat nav will generally direct you via a road on the outskirts of Hawkchurch. This is not the best way to the village. Please travel along the B3165 to Marshwood and turn left at Birdsmoorgate. Alternatively, if coming from Chard or Axminster, take the A358, turn off at Tatworth/South Chard and initially follow signs to Forde Abbey.

Council Tax
Dorset County Council, Band E

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.