2 bedroom bungalow for sale

A much cherished and continually improved detached 2 bed/3 rec bungalow with magnificent uninterrupted countryside and sky scapes - a lifestyle home for enjoying nature and cultivation of flowers and vegetables in glorious sunshine

SITUATION: The property is located along a country lane just off the A35 in an elevated position taking full advantage of stunning far-reaching views over a valley to distant hillsides, including the iconic Colmers Hill. The location also provides amazing skyscapes for those who enjoy the rising sun and night skies.

There are walks into the sunken lane of Symondsbury with its restaurant/cafe and craft/studio complex, to Chideock and Eype Down and to the coast.

The vibrant town of Bridport lies some 2 miles to the east with its mainly independent shops, renowned twice-weekly street market, vintage and artists' quadrant, Art Centre, Electric Palace theatre/cinema, leisure centre with indoor swimming pool and Bucky Doo Square which hosts bands, festivals and events all year round. The town has also recently been designated as a centre for art and culture.

The coast lies some 2 miles to the south with its coves and bays and access to the Jurassic Coastline and South West Coastal Paths.

The renowned coastal town of Lyme Regis is approx 5 miles distant with its ancient Cobb and fossil heritage.

THE PROPERTY comprises a detached bungalow dating from the 1960's featuring rendered and colourwashed elevations under a tiled, lined and insulated roof. The accommodation is spacious with all principal rooms having large, double-glazed windows taking full advantage of the magnificent views and attracting good natural light to the interior.

This is a life-style home and inspirational for any writer/artist or those seeking a sanctuary for enjoying the wildlife, nature and cultivation with a vista full of intrigue through all seasons.

There is scope for extension into the roof space, subject to any necessary planning consents.

DIRECTIONS: From the centre of Bridport travelling west towards Chideock on the A35 for approximately 0.5 mile, turn right on the summit of the hill before dropping down into Chideock into Quarr Lane which is a no-through lane. The property is a few doors down on the right.

THE ACCOMMODATION affords:
Front pedestrian entrance gate to pathway leading to the front door with glazed side panel which has a substantial pitched storm porch over and opens into the SPACIOUS ENTRANCE HALL with its double-doored CLOAKROOM/STOREROOM off and hatch to roof space with retractable ladder (part boarded and with electric light), ideal for storage.
LOUNGE with large picture window to the north affording views to Colmers Hill and surrounding pasture land. There is a feature fireplace with an electric fire fitted, attractive coving and double-glazed sliding doors open to the:
MODERN CONSERVATORY which is double-glazed with floor-to-ceiling arched feature and opening fan lights with blinds fitted. This is a wonderful room for enjoying the full panorama virtually uninterrupted.
DINING ROOM with large picture window framing the view to the east. This room offers potential for a 3rd bedroom.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: This is a large room with extensive range of fairly modern fittings comprising wall-mounted units including glazed display cabinets and shelves, base cupboards and drawers with work surfaces incorporating a built-in double oven Rangemaster cooker with hob and cooker hood over, built-in double ovens, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, one-and-a-half bowl sink unit, shelving, concealed ceiling downlighters. The breakfasting area has a window to the views and a deep tiled sill. Part-glazed door to outside.
BEDROOM 1 with two double-doored wardrobes and windows to the north and west.
BEDROOM 2: A second double bedroom with windows to the south and west and with double-doored wardrobe built in.
BATHROOM with modern white suite comprising a corner shower cubicle, panelled bath with mixer tap, pedestal basin and low level WC. Ceramic floor, two windows, tiled splashbacks, sunken ceiling downlighters, ladder towel rail/radiator, attractively tiled walls.

OUTSIDE
There are high stone-retained rockery beds to the front boundary against the adopted road/lane with enclosed lawns with path to the front door with gateway driveway providing parking and leading to the DETACHED GARAGE with modern fibreglass roof, metal up-and-over front door and electric connected.

Immediately to the rear is a large paved terrace with extending awning over providing a delightful area for sun-beds and enjoying the luxury of the views. Steps lead down within dry-stone walling to the lower gardens. These provide lawns with cultivated areas, herbaceous beds and are enclosed by natural hedging. There is a large wooden greenhouse and two sheds. Scope for the instalation of a hot tub.

SERVICES: Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil-fired central heating. PV panels on the roof provide a good tax-free income and cheaper electricity. Council Tax Band 'E'. Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband Up to 1800 Mbps approx download speed with Openreach. Likely mobile coverage from O2 and Vodafone.

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Preliminary particulars prepared 21.10.24