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" A detached 4 bedroom 2 bathroom chalet bungalow with versatile accommodation. Situated in an elevated position on the western side of the coastal village of Charmouth with both coastal and countryside views. South-facing Conservatory, Parking for Several Cars, Basement Workshop, Terraced Gardens.

Living Room with Open Fire - Kitchen - Utility - Dining Room - Conservatory - Two Ground Floor Bedrooms - Shower Room - Cloakroom - Two First Floor Bedrooms one with Balcony and SEA Views - Shower Room - South-facing Terraced Gardens - WORKSHOP - Detached Garage and Additional Parking

Situated in an elevated position on the western side of the Coastal Village of Charmouth, Rosendal is a detached 4 bedroom chalet bungalow with flexible accommodation over two floors. The present owners have recently re-decorated in soft, muted colours giving the property an airy, tranquil feel and have added new internal oak doors throughout.
The property stands within its own private and well stocked gardens, with an attractive sun terrace and private driveway providing parking for several cars and caravan or boat. The property has been improved and extended with the addition of first floor accommodation and south-facing conservatory to relax in and enjoy the Coastal views of Lyme Bay. With its enviable position and flexible accommodation, Rosendal would make an ideal family home or retirement home by the sea.

The village of Charmouth offers a wide range of amenities, including a family butchers, bakery with fresh bread baked daily, two hairdressers, post office, convenience store, doctors surgery and NHS dentist. Charmouth is at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coastline and has become a Mecca for fossil-hunters. One mile further west is Lyme Regis, a regency seaside and fishing port famous for its Cobb Harbour. Lyme Regis has a superb selection of bars, restaurants and shopping facilities, including the Town Mill with its own Bakery and micro Brewery. Seven miles west of Charmouth is the market town of Axminster, home to Axminster Carpets and River Cottage Canteen. Axminster provides a mainline rail service to London Waterloo in two and three quarter hours. Seven miles to the east of Charmouth is the historical market town of Bridport, offering a wider range of shopping facilities including a medical centre and cottage hospital. Bridport is also renowned for its Farmers and Saturday markets. Close by to Bridport is the fishing village of West Bay with its beach and harbour. Within a 25 mile radius of Charmouth are the larger towns of Exeter, Taunton, Dorchester and Weymouth, offering a greater variety of facilities.

Excellent State and Independent schools and colleges can be found in many of the neighbouring villages and towns, including Charmouth Primary School, Woodroffe School in Lyme Regis, Sir John Colfox School in Bridport, Colyton Grammar School in Devon and Weymouth or Exeter College

DIRECTIONS: From the Charmouth TEAM office, proceed up The Street taking the third turning on the left into Old Lyme Road. Rosendal is the second driveway on the left.

The accommodation, with approximate measurements, comprises:

Double-glazed UPVC sliding door to

ENTRANCE LOBBY: Part-sealed-unit wooden double-glazed door, with side panels. Tiled floor.

HALLWAY: Stairs rising to first floor. Attractive curved wall. Understairs storage cupboard. Stripped wood flooring. Ceiling Lights. Two radiators. BT point.

LOUNGE: 13'3" x 12'7" (4.04m x 3.84m). Triple aspect with UPVC double-glazed windows to the side and gardens, with views towards Morcombelake and Stonebarrow Hill. Open fireplace with tiled hearth. Radiator. TV point. Stripped wood flooring.

DINING ROOM: 12'0" x 11'8" (3.66m x 3.56m). UPVC double-glazed window overlooking the front terrace and garden and sea glimpses. Corner fireplace with coal-effect Living Flame gas stove (with the look of a traditional wood burning stove) on slate hearth. Stripped-wood floor. Radiator. Opening to

KITCHEN: 13'5" x 8'1" (4.09m x 2.46m). Fitted with an extensive range of painted base, drawer and wall units with concealed lighting. Solid oak worktops. Ceramic white one-and-a-half-bowl sink unit with single-drainer and monobloc mixer tap. Tiled surrounds. New duel fuel Rangemaster cooker (maybe available by separate negotiation) with chimney hood. Space for refrigerator. Central light. Radiator. Parquet flooring. Archway opening to

CONSERVATORY: 10'0" x 11'0" (3.05m x 3.35m). UPVC conservatory added approx 2 years ago with double doors out to the gardens. Door to garden. Windows overlooking the gardens with far reaching views. Tiled flooring.

UTILITY AREA: 7'8" x 7'2" (2.34m x 2.18m). Base, drawer and wall units. Black granite effect worktop with tiled surrounds. New wall-mounted gas combination boiler and digital timer controls (fitted June 2011). Space and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Central light. UPVC double-glazed window. Part-obscure-glazed door to

REAR LOBBY: UPVC double-glazed doors opening to garden. Space for tall upright freezer. Fitted shelves. Tiled floor.

BEDROOM 1: 11'5" x 10'8" (3.48m x 3.25m) including wardrobe. UPVC double-glazed window with views over garden and towards Catherston Manor. Built-in single wardrobes. Wall-mounted lights. Radiator. Carpeted.

BEDROOM 2/STUDY: 10'8" x 10'6" (3.25m x 3.2m). UPVC double-glazed window to rear. Radiator. Carpeted.

SHOWER ROOM: Recently installed wet room comprising, thermostatically controlled shower area with large glass screen. Built-in white vanity unit with inset wash-hand basin and concealed back to the wall WC. Fitted wall mirror and shaver light. Sealed non-slip flooring with floor drain. Opaque UPVC double glazed window. Wall extractor fan.

SEPARATE WC: Ivory suite comprising, Low-level WC. Vanity unit with inset wash-hand basin. Tiled surrounds. Heated towel rail. UPVC obscure-double-glazed window.

FIRST FLOOR:

LANDING: Exposed brick chimney. Ceiling light.

BEDROOM 4/STUDY: 12'9" x 9'3" (3.89m x 2.82m). Attic room with sloping ceiling and recessed spotlights. Velux window. BTpoint. Radiator. Access to eaves storage space.

BEDROOM 3: 12'2" x 9'10" (3.71m x 3m). Attic room with sloping ceiling and recessed spotlights. Velux window. Radiator. Access to eaves storage space. Door opening to small balcony with extensive RURAL views and COASTAL views from the balcony of Lyme Bay.

SHOWER ROOM: Attic room with sloping ceiling and Velux window. Eaves storage. Shower cubicle with decorative glazed door and side panel. Low level WC. Vanity unit with inset wash-hand basin and marble surround. Heated towel rail. Vinyl flooring.

OUTSIDE: To the front of the property the tarmacadam driveway with double gates opens to PARKING AREA. Bordered by a stone boundary wall, the terraced garden is planted with mature shrubs and bushes. Gardens surrounding the property, benefit from a vegetable patch, fruit trees, several attractive seating areas, lawns and an abundance of pretty shrubs flowers and trees. Pathways, archways and steps wind around the different areas adding interest and variety to the eye. SUMMER HOUSE, GREENHOUSE and timber STORE SHED. Timber-decked PATIO. Outside lighting. Meter points. Outside tap.

GARAGE: 17'0" x 10'0" (5.18m x 3.05m) with up-and-over door, window and pedestrian side door. Fitted with light and power.

BASEMENT WORKSHOP/STORE: Situated beneath the property at the front of the building, accessed via stable door. UPVC double-glazed window. Fitted with light and power.

SERVICES: We are advised that all mains services are connected.

COUNCIL TAX: We are advised that the property is in band "E".

VIEWINGS: Strictly by appointment, please, through the vendor's sole agents Fortnam Smith & Banwell Charmouth Ltd - Telephone 01297 560945

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. "