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Land @ Cashmoor Inn, Cashmoor, Dorset

Key Features

  • Former Cashmoor Inn site in a sought-after rural Dorset location
  • Planning permission for two luxury detached homes (3 & 4 bedrooms)
  • Superb opportunity for developers, investors or self-builders
  • Flexible site with potential for alternative uses (subject to the necessary consents)
  • Peaceful countryside setting surrounded by beautiful walks and scenery
  • Conveniently located near Blandford Forum and Salisbury
  • Direct rail links to London Waterloo available from Salisbury
  • Rare chance to acquire a premium development plot in an increasingly desirable location

Description

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a substantial parcel of land in the heart of the picturesque Dorset countryside, offering the rare combination of immediate development potential alongside outstanding long-term versatility.

Situated on the former Cashmoor Inn site in the charming village of Cashmoor, this impressive plot benefits from full planning permission for the construction of two luxury detached homes, comprising one beautifully designed three-bedroom residence and one substantial four-bedroom family home. The approved scheme has been thoughtfully designed to complement its idyllic rural surroundings, creating two high-quality homes in a location where demand for countryside living continues to grow.

For developers, builders and investors alike, this presents an exciting turnkey opportunity with planning already in place, allowing work to commence without the uncertainty of securing consent. Equally, the land does not have to be developed in accordance with the existing permission, offering purchasers the flexibility to explore a variety of alternative uses, subject to any necessary consents. Whether retained as a strategic land investment, adapted to suit individual requirements or developed into a bespoke residential scheme, the possibilities are extensive.

Cashmoor enjoys an enviable position on the Dorset and Wiltshire border, surrounded by rolling countryside, open farmland and beautiful walking routes, making it an ideal setting for those seeking peace, privacy and a slower pace of life. Despite its tranquil setting, the location offers excellent accessibility. The thriving Georgian market town of Blandford Forum is approximately 10 miles away, providing an excellent selection of independent boutiques, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and highly regarded schools. To the north, the historic cathedral city of Salisbury offers a wider range of shopping, leisure and cultural attractions, together with direct rail services to London Waterloo in approximately 90 minutes, making the area particularly appealing to commuters and those seeking a countryside retreat with excellent transport connections.

The surrounding area is renowned for its natural beauty, with the Cranborne Chase National Landscape on the doorstep, offering miles of walking, cycling and riding routes through some of Dorset's most breathtaking scenery. The spectacular Jurassic Coast, award-winning beaches and the vibrant coastal towns of Bournemouth and Poole are also within comfortable driving distance, providing the very best of both countryside and coastal lifestyles.

Development opportunities of this calibre are becoming increasingly scarce, particularly those combining planning certainty, exceptional surroundings and genuine flexibility. Whether you are an experienced developer looking for your next prestigious project, a self-builder seeking an outstanding location, or an investor searching for a site with excellent future potential, this is a truly exciting opportunity that deserves serious consideration.

Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the setting, scale and immense potential this remarkable site has to offer.

Flood Risk - Very Low - Please check website for verification -

Please note that, although every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of details any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. The heating system, mains and appliances have not been tested by Gordon Barker. Whilst reasonable endeavours have been made to ensure that the information in our sales particulars are as accurate as possible, THIS INFORMATION HAS BEEN PROVIDED TO US BY THE SELLER who has confirmed the accuracy to the best of their knowledge but is not guaranteed. Any potential buyer should not rely on the information we have supplied and should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries and survey as to the correctness of each statement before making a financial or legal commitment. We at Gordon Barker have not checked the legal documentation to verify the legal status, including the leased term and ground rent and escalation of ground rent of the property (where applicable). A buyer must not rely upon the information provided until it has been verified by their own solicitors.

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Property details

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Date Posted
2026-07-22

Price history

DateChangePrice
31 Jul 2026Reduced 10% (−£20,000)£180,000
Until 31 Jul 2026Asking price£200,000

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Sixpenny Handley First School and Nursery2.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 9
    Pupils
    73
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Wimborne St Giles Church of England First School and Nursery3.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 9
    Pupils
    70
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Witchampton Church of England First School4.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    5 to 9
    Pupils
    45
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Downlands Community School4.8 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    201
    Type
    Community school
  • Pimperne Church of England VC Primary School5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    183
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Cranborne Middle School5.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    265
    Type
    Community school
  • The Blandford School7.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,103
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
  • Emmanuel Church of England Middle School7.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    434
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Queen Elizabeth's School8.2 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    13 to 18
    Pupils
    1,375
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill8.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    563
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Budgens Sixpenny Handley, Sixpenny Handley2.6 miles
Lidl Blandford Forum, Blandford Forum6.3 miles
Budgens Blandford Forum, Blandford Forum6.6 miles

GP surgery

The Cranborne Practice5.1 miles

Pharmacy

Blandford Pharmacy7.2 miles

Hospital

Blandford Community Hospital7 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Tisbury Rail Station9.7 miles

Nearest bus stop

Cashmoor Inn19 metres

Typical drive times

Verwood16 min · 11 miles
Shaftesbury22 min · 11 miles
Blandford Forum12 min · 7.9 miles
Salisbury (city)25 min · 16 miles
Wimborne Minster20 min · 11 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 3Higher risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

Surface water

A 1 in 100 to 1 in 1000 chance each yearMedium to low risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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