Heneford Mill

About this property

Situated in an idyllic rural spot on the northern outskirts of the stunning Dorset National Landscape, this historic property has been imaginatively updated to provide superb accommodation for up to 13 guests. The property lies just a mile from the village of Chetnole, with its country pub and medieval church, and has miles of tranquil country walks for you to discover. To the north, the characterful market town of Sherborne (8 miles) has a history dating back to medieval times, and offers an array of independent pubs, shops and restaurants, with attractions including a beautiful abbey, an impressive castle built by Sir Walter Raleigh, and the peaceful Pageant Gardens. Exploring the Dorset National Landscape, attractions include Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve, the Cerne Giant and the site of the Eggardon Hill Fort, all within 13 miles.

Entering this fabulous holiday home, you will be greeted by a beautifully furnished large entrance hall which makes a charming snug area, with a welcoming wood burner set in a characterful inglenook dating back to the time when the property was a working mill. There are two further lounge spaces on the ground floor. The first is a stunning light-filled space with a high vaulted ceiling, timber beams and exposed stonework. This room also features plenty of seating, a kitchenette and bar, as well as a tennis table. The second lounge has an impressive inglenook fireplace with the original millstone as the hearth. This cosy room features original ceiling beams, a Smart TV, a selection of books, and plenty of seating, with a dining table perfect for celebratory meals. At the heart of the house, the generous kitchen/diner has a handsome central dining table and a wealth of useful equipment, with a washer/dryer and space for hanging clothes in the utility room. From the main hall, a step leads up into a corridor leading through to the first of the property’s five colourful and welcoming bedrooms: a sweet family room with a picturesque garden view, access to the garden, and ample space for four guests, with a double bed against the wall, plus a single bed and a sofa bed (available by request). This room is served by a useful shower room next door. Heading upstairs you will find the four remaining bedrooms: a cheerful king-size room with a handy en-suite bathroom, and three charming doubles – one with an additional single sofa-bed available on request. Please note the bed in one of the double rooms is positioned against the wall. The first floor is rounded off with a light and stylish main bathroom.

Stepping outside, the property is surrounded by extensive grounds, with a charming patio area offering an ideal spot to settle back and enjoy a BBQ on a sunny afternoon. A path leads over to the outdoor swimming pool which is heated to 28 degrees and available between June and September. Exploring further, there are beautiful lawns, pastureland and fields, with woodland walks, and the delightful River Wriggle running through the grounds – care should be taken with children. There is ample private parking to the front of the house.

5 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 3 doubles, 1 family room with a double bed and a single bed

3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle and WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with hand held shower over bath and WC

Oil-fired AGA-style oven, American-style fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher

Electric oven and hob, and fridge with ice compartment in games room kitchenette

Utility room with washer/dryer and clothes drying/hanging space

Open fire in lounge; wood burner in snug/entrance hall

Smart TV

Games room

Garden with expansive lawns and patio

Outdoor heated swimming pool (available between June and September)

Woodland and pastureland

Ample private off-road parking for 6 cars

Beach 20 miles, shop 3 miles, pub within 1 mile

Sleeps 11+2 with a sofa bed in the family room and 1 double bedroom, each suitable for one adult (available on request)

Children must be supervised at all times around the pool, river and pond and should not enter the paddock where horses graze

Care must be taken when walking through the grounds, especially when near the river