Coldharbour
Sherborne














Property details
Key features
- Sale by Modern Auction (T&Cs apply)
- Subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price
- Buyers fees apply
- Grade II listed character cottage
- Short walk to Sherborne town centre
- Charming lounge with wood-burning stove
- Window seats in the lounge and main bedroom
- Low-maintenance rear garden
Council Tax Band:
B
Tenure:
Freehold
The property is rich in original features, with the lounge providing a warm and welcoming space, enhanced by a wood-burning stove and charming window seat, creating a cosy and characterful atmosphere. These attractive window seats are also found in the main bedroom, further highlighting the cottage’s traditional appeal and adding to its unique charm.
The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged, blending historic features with comfortable living, making the property ideal for those seeking a character home close to the heart of this popular Dorset town.
To the rear, the cottage benefits from a low-maintenance garden, perfect for enjoying outdoor space without the demands of extensive upkeep — ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or potted planting.
With its Grade II listed status, desirable location, and beautifully retained character features, this charming cottage presents a rare opportunity to enjoy town-centre living in one of Sherborne’s most sought-after historic homes.
Auctioneer's Comments
This property is offered through Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid your data will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited. This method requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days, allowing buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey).
The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6600.00 including VAT. This fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to complete an identification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded.
The property has a Buyer Information Pack containing documents about the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know, so you must complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of no more than £349 inc. VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack. Please confirm exact costs with the auctioneer.
The estate agent and auctioneer may recommend the services of other providers to you, in which they will be paid for the referral. These services are optional, and you will be advised of any payment, in writing before any services are accepted. Listing is subject to a start price and undisclosed reserve price that can change.
Entrance Hall
Door to the front, stairs to the first floor, radiator, cupboard and the gas meter.
Lounge
Window to the front with a window seat, wood burner, cupboard to the side of the chimney breast, under stairs cupboard, two radiators, television aerial socket and a telephone point.
Kitchen
Door to the rear garden, window to the rear, base units, wooden worktops, belfast sink, integrated electric oven and hob with a cooker hood, cupboard housing the electric meter and a radiator.
Landing
Boiler cupboard and access to the loft space.
Bedroom One
Window to the rear with a window seat, radiator and power points.
Bedroom Two
Window to the front and a radiator.
Bathroom
P shaped bath with a shower over, WC, wash hand basin and a radiator with a towel rail.
Rear Garden
To the rear the garden is a mixture of gravel and shrubs with a timber shed.
Utilities, rights & restrictions
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Utility Supply:
- ElectricityMains Supply
- WaterMains Supply
- HeatingGas Central
- BroadbandFTTP
- SewerageMains Supply
Rights & Restrictions:
- Private rights of wayfalse
- Public rights of wayfalse
- Listed propertytrue
- RestrictionsContact branch
Risks:
- Flooded in last 5 yearsfalse
- Flood defencesContact branch
- Source of floodContact branch
Guidance Notes
While every reasonable effort is made to ensure the accuracy of descriptions and content, we should make you aware of the following guidance or limitations.
(1) MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale. (2) These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract. (3) The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. (4) Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense. (5) We have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances. (6) We have not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.Similar Properties
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Any fees payable will be explained in your initial no-obligation appointment, before you choose whether to use our Mortgage Services.

