Worth Matravers, Dorset

4 Bedroom Bungalow for sale in Dorset

In the heart of the sought-after village of Worth Matravers, Calico Cottage presents a rare opportunity to create a bespoke home on a rarely available plot. With a generous footprint, the property is ideal for those looking to reimagine or rejuvenate a home in one of Purbeck’s most desirable locations.

The cottage offers flexible accommodation extending to approximately 1,031 square feet. Stepping through the front door, you arrive in a spacious SITTING/DINING ROOM that spans the full width of the property. This space benefits from dual-aspect windows that flood the room with natural light, a fireplace providing a warm focal point, and an additional window above that enhances the brightness further.

Just off the sitting room, through a glazed door, is the well-proportioned KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, which combines practicality with clear scope for modernisation. It features a tiled floor and glazed doors that open directly onto the garden, enhancing the sense of connection to the outdoors.

The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM, tucked to one side of the sitting room, and enjoys a large window overlooking the garden.

The further bedrooms are accessed via a few steps rising from the kitchen. BEDROOM TWO retains its original external doorway to the garden and also benefits from a side window, creating a bright and flexible space.

BEDROOM THREE is positioned at the front of the property and is a generously sized double with an apex timber ceiling. It enjoys a large window with a further window above, flooding the room with natural light. An additional side window provides even more illumination. It is believed this room once formed part of a village shop front.

BEDROOM FOUR offers flexible space, well suited to family life, hobbies, or home working. It has a side window and a skylight, allowing natural light to pour in from above.

A compact but functional BATHROOM serves the accommodation. Positioned conveniently for all bedrooms, it features a large frosted window.

Outside
To the front, there is off-road PARKING for at least one slender vehicle, although anyone looking to remodel the property could likely accommodate two parking spaces here, subject to the necessary consents. The GARDEN, which wraps around the rear and side of the property, is mature and well stocked, featuring a number of established trees including an apple and plum trees and current bushes.

A SHED provides useful storage, while a charming STONE BUILDING, currently serving as a garden W.C., offers potential for imaginative use — perhaps a quirky bar or garden room. There is garden access on both sides of this detached property, adding to the sense of privacy and practicality.

Location
Worth Matravers is a picturesque and tranquil village defined by its stone cottages, duck pond, and uninterrupted views across rolling fields to the sea.

Just a few paces from the cottage lie the much-loved village tea rooms, the iconic Square and Compass pub—renowned for its live music, locally brewed cider, and fossil museum.

One of the most popular walks heads down to Winspit Quarry, a hidden cove marked by sea-carved caves and dramatic coastal views. The walk takes around 20–30 minutes. From there, the South West Coast Path offers further adventures—west toward St Aldhelm’s Head or east toward Dancing Ledge and Seacombe, each with wild swimming spots, soaring cliffs, and unspoiled landscapes.

Swanage, and Wareham are all a short drive away, with mainline rail links to London available via Wareham and Poole. It’s a place to truly disconnect—yet never feel cut off.

Directions
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Rare development potential - plot area approximately 3,252 sq ft (302 sq m) with existing building covering approximately 1,031 sq ft (96 sq m)
Situated in the heart of Worth Matravers, just moments from the pub, tea rooms, and iconic coastal walks
Generous living space - over 1,000 sq ft of flexible accommodation, including four bedrooms and large living areas
Charming, well-stocked garden includes established fruit trees and off-road parking
Direct walks to Winspit, the South West Coast Path, and clifftop views - ideal for walkers, swimmers, and nature lovers

ROOM MEASUREMENTS Please refer to floor plan.

SERVICES Mains drainage & electricity.

LOCAL AUTHORITY Dorset Council. Tax band D.

TENURE Freehold.

LETTINGS Should you be interested in acquiring a Buy-to-Let investment, and would appreciate advice regarding the current rental market, possible yields, legislation for landlords and how to make a property safe and compliant for tenants, then find out about our Investor Club from our expert, Alexandra Holland. Alexandra will be pleased to provide you with additional, personalised support; just call her on the branch telephone number to take the next step.

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Important Information

• This is a Freehold property.

Property Ref: SWA250024