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" An older-style detached 2 bedroom bungalow situated in a secluded garden enjoying far-reaching countryside views on the very south-eastern outskirts of Bridport

2 bedrooms, bathroom, entrance lobby/utility area, lounge, 30' conservatory, hall/lobby, lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, oil central heating, good-sized mature garden, parking for two cars

SITUATION:  The property is situated at the end of Burton Road on the eastern outskirts of the market town of Bridport.  From the bungalow, there are some fine countryside views to the south to be enjoyed towards the sea and coast at West Bay.

The town centre is approximately 1 mile distant and offers a full range of shopping facilities and leisure pursuits.  The coastal village of West Bay is about 1 mile due south with its picturesque harbour, beaches, golf course and access to the Jurassic Coastline. 

Dorchester lies about 15 miles to the east where there is a main line rail service to London, Waterloo.

THE PROPERTY:  Barn Close, comprises an individual detached bungalow set back from the road surrounded by a high hedge and with farm land adjoining.  The bungalow dates back to the 1950's and is of non-traditional construction (Cornish granite concrete built) under a tiled and insulated roof.  It has been well maintained and extended in recent years and provides ideal retirement accommodation within striking distance of the market town of Bridport and the famous Jurassic Coastline.

The spacious accommodation benefits from uPVC double-glazed leaded windows, oil-fired central heating, modern bathroom suite and particularly spacious uPVC double-glazed conservatory at the rear overlooking the mature garden.  There are a useful range of outbuildings including an outhouse with inside WC which is suitable as a studio.

DIRECTIONS:  From the centre of Bridport travelling south along South Street to The Crown roundabout and take the second exit signposted to Burton Bradstock (the B3167 road).  Proceed to the very edge of town and the property will be seen on the left-hand side before the entrance to the golf club.

THE ACCOMMODATION comprises the following:
GROUND FLOOR
UPVC double-glazed front door to:
ENTRANCE LOBBY/UTILITY AREA:  Plumbed for a washing machine, oil-fired boiler which heats domestic hot water and central heating, coat rail.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM:  5.15m x 2.82m

(16' 11" x 9' 3").  Fitted with a range of matching base and eye-level units together with drawers and work surfaces, one-and-a-half bowl single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, space for fridge, double aspect windows, tiled floor, electric cooker panel, ceramic tiled splash backs, radiator.
LOUNGE:  6.34m x 3.41m

(20' 10" x 11' 2").  Laminate floor, two radiators, fine cast iron Victorian fireplace with decorative surround and mantel, picture rail.  Leading to:
CONSERVATORY:  9.24m x 2.91m

(30' 4" x 9' 7").  UPVC double-glazed picture windows, facing south and overlooking the garden, two radiators, telephone point, polycarbonate roof.
HALL/LOBBY:  Laminate floor, radiator, hatch to insulated roof space with retractable ladder and electric light.
BEDROOM 1:  4.02m x 3.40m

(13' 2" x 11' 2").  Radiator.
BEDROOM 2:  2.84m x 2.61m

(9' 4" x 8' 7").  Radiator, laminate floor.
BATHROOM with modern suite comprising panelled corner bath, pedestal wash basin, low level WC, part-tiled walls, laminate floor, radiator.

OUTSIDE
A shared driveway leads to a gravelled parking area to the east of the property together with further parking area to the rear of the bungalow.  

The garden extends principally to the front and enjoys a mainly south aspect with some fine views over the surrounding countryside towards West Bay in the distance.  The garden is laid mainly to lawn with well stocked flower and shrub borders including three palm trees, all well enclosed by an established hedge ensuring privacy and seclusion.  In addition, there is a vegetable garden and fruit trees including plum and Bramleys, a greenhouse and an adjoining store.

To the side of the property is a large OUTHOUSE/STUDIO 6.03m x 2.32m

(19' 9" x 7' 7") with electric power and light and low level WC.  A gravelled path leads to a timber garden shed, covered sitting area, log store, oil storage tank.

SERVICES:  Mains water, electricity and drainage.  Oil-fired central heating.  Council Tax Band Rate 'B'.

Freehold.  Subject to Contract

CMCK./A3196/0478/18214

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