4 bedroom house for sale

Situated in an elevated location in south Swanage, conveniently located for enjoying the local amenities and beaches with the road connecting through to the beautiful Durlston Country Park.

About the property

This 4-bedroom detached family residence offers the convenience of generous off-road parking, a garage and a low maintenance rear garden.

Upon entering, the hallway is spacious in itself and is currently set up with a study arrangement with all principle rooms connecting through.

The front-facing living room is adorned with an appealing fire surround housing a wood-burning stove, west-facing patio doors, and offers a good sized bright space for seating.

The kitchen is well-equipped with a range of wall and base kitchen cabinets, an inset sink, gas hob with extractor over, integral oven, under-counter dishwasher, and space for a large fridge/freezer. The dining area easily accommodates a table and chairs for 8 people, featuring sliding patio doors leading to the rear garden.

From the main hall, there are two light and airy double bedrooms with a convenient shower room with a walk-in shower, wash basin, w.c. and heated towel rail. The first floor comprises of two good size double bedrooms with sloping ceilings, each offering ample space and light through west-facing windows and Velux rooflights. The two bedrooms enjoy the benefit of an additional family bathroom with a bath, hand-held power shower over, wash basin, w.c., and a heated towel rail.

The exterior features an open driveway at the front, providing parking for several cars and access to the single garage. The rear of the property is enclosed with fencing and shrubs, boasting a sizable decked area to the rear and side of the house. Steps lead down to another decking area, offering various seating and alfresco dining spots that can be enjoyed throughout the day for sunshine, shade, and relaxation.

About the location

The Isle of Purbeck is a peninsula in Dorset which is bordered by sandy beaches and the English Channel to the south and east, and by the marshy lands of the River Frome with Poole Harbour to the north. Locations cover a range of villages and towns including Lulworth, Corfe, Wareham, Worth Matravers, Kimmeridge Bay, Swanage and Studland.

This property is located in the desirable town of Swanage, which affords a good selection of local amenities, restaurants and Blue Flag beaches with an abundance of local points of interest including the historic Swanage Railway, nearby Golf Clubs, walking and coastal activities. Swanage is the most easterly town on the Jurassic Coast, and its gently sloping sandy beaches and sheltered waters have made it a popular destination for families since Victorian era.

Despite being just six miles from the urban Towns of Poole and Bournemouth, Swanage feels a world away, and retains a sense of bustling seaside charm. The beach also holds the prestigious blue flag for beach cleanliness. Did you know Swanage has been flying the Blue Flag for nearly 22 years and won and award in 2021, these are only awarded to well managed beaches with excellent water quality.

The town makes a great base to explore the eastern end of the Jurassic Coast. The iconic chalk stacks of Old Harry Rocks are a three-mile walk north east along the South West Coast Path, while Durlston Head is a short walk to the south. From here there are spectacular views of the Jurassic Coast extending westwards, with the Isle of Wight visible on the horizon.

Durlston Country Park is a fabulous 280 acre countryside paradise with stunning walks and a plethora local of wildlife. The visitor centre at Durlston Castle, within the park, features a superb introduction to the Jurassic Coast, created with the support of the Jurassic Coast Trust.