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"Beautifully presented two bedroom detached cottage adjoining open countryside situated in the popular village of Powerstock.

The Dwelling Estimated to date back to the 17th century with later additions, this traditional cottage has undergone a comprehensive programme of renovation and extension under the current ownership. The cottage has been sympathetically modernised with sustainable natural materials, enhancing the existing character features and seamlessly blending them with the modern conveniences and energy efficiency one would expect in the 21st century. Add to that an idyllic location in the popular village of Powerstock and adjoining open countryside, this cottage is the ideal rural retreat.

Accommodation The living room is the heart of the cottage, laid to flagstone floor with a large inglenook fireplace, exposed beams and a window seat. A particular feature is the original staircase constructed of roughly hewn local stone set in a curved recess to the side of the inglenook fireplace. The kitchen is adjacent, and is fitted with a range of base units with wooden worksurfaces over and space for appliances. There is ample room for an everyday dining table and chairs, and double doors lead into the useful utility room. A rear hall provides access to a further reception room bedroom with stylish panelled walls which feature throughout the cottage and tiled floors, and a contemporary shower room. The ground floor is underfloor heated throughout.

Upstairs is the principal bedroom suite, with exposed beams and panelled walls. A walk through dressing room leads to the ensuite bathroom, attractively fitted with a traditional suite comprising of a rolltop bath, wc and sink. A hidden door opens into a large loft space providing excellent storage.

Outside The garden is a blank canvas for the keen gardener, with views over the adjoining countryside and a sunny aspect. There is off road parking.

Situation Powerstock is an attractive rural village situated five miles from Bridport. The village has a public house, primary school, village hall and active local community. A wide range of amenities are found in Bridport, which is a bustling, vibrant market town with a history of rope making. Bridport is a gateway to the World Heritage Jurassic Coast at nearby West Bay. It has a variety of independent shops, supermarkets, public houses and restaurants catering for a range of tastes and excellent arts and music events. Bridport is conveniently placed for Dorchester and Weymouth to the east and Axminster to the west. Walking, water sports and riding opportunities are plentiful in the area. Communication links are good with road links along the A35 and mainline stations at Maiden Newton, Dorchester, Axminster and Crewkerne.

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Services Mains electricity and drainage. Private water supply. Air source heat pump.
Broadband Ultrafast speed available.
Mobile Indoor and outdoor coverage is overall likely.


Council Tax Band C Dorset Council
EPC C

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