Talbothays Lodge is a stunning late Victorian country house with a rich history, situated in approximately 5 acres of mature gardens and paddocks. The property, designed by Thomas Hardy, features a range of outbuildings, including a coach house, stable, and annexe, as well as a kitchen garden and fruit cages. The house itself boasts spacious accommodation over three floors, with elegant rooms, including a reception hall, sitting room, dining room, and conservatory. The property is set back from the lane, with a gravel drive leading to the front door, and a separate entrance to the outbuildings and land. The land wraps around the garden from north east to south, with independent access to the lane via a five-bar gate. The property is located just under half a mile from the village of West Stafford, with easy access to the county town of Dorchester and its amenities.