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"A substantial and impressive sympathetically reconstructed 18th century stone cottage and previous stable block, fully rebuilt to create a versatile family home arranged over three floors enjoying dramatic sea views over Chesil beach and coastline, ideal for extended family or development into two dwellings subject to the necessary planning consents.

The Property A highly impressive and unique reconstructed 18th century Portland stone cottage situated in the heart of Fortuneswell enjoying delightful upper floor sea views across the Jurassic Coast and Chesil Beach.

Accommodation Under the current ownership since 1996 and acquired as a largely derelict business premises Stablestones offers an opportunity to purchase a unique rebuilt 18th century cottage. The external facade is original with an ancient 17th century door surround.

A stable door opens into a spacious double aspect kitchen dining room with underfloor heated Portland stone flooring, feature exposed stone fireplace surround and detailing and stairs to the first floor. Open access leads through to the sitting room together with side door to the utility and cloakroom WC.

The sitting room is a particular feature and such an impressive room with woodclad beams, Portland stone fireplace and exposed wood flooring. A stable door opens onto a balcony with sea views. There are stairs to the lower ground floor accommodation. A double aspect bedroom is on the ground floor with the benefit of an en suite shower room.

The lower ground floor has a reception room library with sink and a range of cupboards. There is a utility room, bathroom and two double bedrooms. There are two access points from the back bedroom and the reception room onto a large private courtyard and a rear access to the lane at the back of the property.

The first floor main bedroom is a spacious room with feature exposed beams, Portland stone fireplace and exposed stone walls. A balcony enjoys fabulous sea views over Chesil Beach and the surrounding coastline. The main bedroom has the added benefit of an en suite bathroom and shower room, with access into a large airing cupboard boiler room.

Outside To the front is a stone block hardstanding area for off road parking together with an enclosed garden to the rear. There is a gated alleyway that gives access to the rear courtyard . There is a separate external entrance on the basement floor.

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Situation The property is situated in an elevated position within Fortuneswell which boasts a range of eateries, public houses, convenience store, post office, public gardens and a promenade edging Chesil Beach and the dramatic Jurassic coastline.

The Isle of Portland provides the opportunity to enjoy many leisure pursuits, in particular, walking, rock climbing, bird watching, excellent sailing, fishing and water sports facilities, including those at the Weymouth &Portland National Sailing Academy. The coastal resort of Weymouth is within easy reach by car as well as regular bus services from the island and cycle route.

Weymouth has a comprehensive range of shops, a marina as well as cultural, recreational and further educational facilities.

The area also provides the opportunity to enjoy the sandy beaches and walks along the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline and the rolling countryside that surrounds the area.

There are mainline rail services from Weymouth to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads.

Services Mains gas, electric, water and drainage.
Gas fired central heating system.
The lower ground floor is heated by electric storage heaters.

Broadband Ultrafast speed available with 1800 Mbps download speeds
Mobile It is reported that mobile coverage is limited indoors and likely outdoors

Local Authority
Dorset Council Tel

Material Information The property is found within a conservation area

EPC D
Council Tax Band F

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