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"A rare gem within walking distance of the Jurassic Coast.

THE PROPERTY
Grove House is an extremely attractive Grade II listed village property with stone elevations under a pretty thatched roof. Dating back to the 18th century, this stunning home sits in its very own secluded, central location at the heart of the popular coastal village of Burton Bradstock. The beautiful house with its elegant proportions, high walled gardens, splendid location, plus impeccable historical naval connections make it a truly special property, this along with the fact that Grove House is on the market for only the fifth time since 1781 makes it undoubtably unique.

On first entering this wonderful property there is a real sense of charm, space and light and it is immediately obvious that it has been incredibly well looked after by the present owners having been completely renovated and rethatched seven years ago and is now immaculately presented throughout. You are immediately greeted by a fantastic reception hall with plenty of room for a large dining table and newly installed beautiful ham stone fireplace and wooden flooring. Pretty sash windows with their original shutters gives views over the south facing garden to the front.

Also on the ground floor is a fantastic drawing room, perfectly proportioned with a central fireplace and again with views over the gardens. This room is absolutely ideal for entertaining on a large scale as it sits perfectly alongside the dining hall with dual aspect sash windows.

The family kitchen is a very good size for a property of this type and age and incorporates a number of bespoke wall and base units and professional Lacanche oven and hob and central breakfast island. There is a utility room and large pantry alongside. To the other side of the house is a fantastic snug sitting room with a wood burning stove, a perfect place to relax after a walk on the beach!

The principal bedrooms are situated on the first floor with four beautiful and sizeable bedrooms including a master bedroom with en suite shower room and walk in closet, a guest bedroom with an en suite shower room and a family bathroom.

The second floor offers yet further accommodation with two large bedrooms, one currently used as a studio music room, and there is also planning permission for a bath shower room.

OUTSIDE
The garden is an absolute delight and a particular feature of Grove House surrounded by a very pretty stone wall. A pedestrian gate leads from the lane to the front of the garden where mature trees and shrubs are in abundance. Archways lead to a new secret area with a kitchen garden Mr McGregor would covet. There is a fabulous garage workshop at the east end of the garden with a beautiful conservatory currently used as an artist s studio, a perfect place to listen to the waves crashing on the shores of the nearby Jurassic coast. Alongside the kitchen garden is a newly fitted, very attractive wooden framed greenhouse. The main part of the garden has been very cleverly and thoughtfully landscaped with a paved pathway meandering through very well stocked islands. In the summer this would not be out of place at the Chelsea Flower Show!

All in all, this is a truly fantastic property in an idyllic yet very convenient location.

LOCATION
Burton Bradstock is situated in the stunning Bride Valley, surrounded by some of the finest countryside in Dorset and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a patchwork of pastures, woods and downland, this stunning area is host to the picturesque coastal village of Burton Bradstock with its traditional cottages of stone and thatch and pretty village green. Situated on the Jurassic Coast, a designated Unesco World Heritage Site, this popular village boasts a Primary School, Post Office, the renowned Hive Caf , two public houses, the Seaside Boarding House hotel, restaurant and cocktail bar, a petrol station with convenience shop, library, St Mary s church and an active village hall, as well as a bus service.

The Bride Valley is within easy reach of the county town of Dorchester with its main line railway station to London Waterloo and an excellent range of shops, schools and restaurants.

The nearest town is Bridport, an attractive Georgian town with an excellent number of independent shops and restaurants, a thriving street market on Saturdays and Wednesdays. Bridport also has a number of large supermarkets including a Waitrose and a Morrisons, a community hospital, medical centre, dentists and leisure centre. Bridport is well renowned for its food and arts culture and hosts annual literary, film and food festivals.

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