Detached bungalow for sale in Coldharbour, Chickerell, Weymouth DT3

An individually built detached chalet style bungalow situated on the outskirts of Chickerell and set in substantial gardens with far reaching countryside views to Hardy's Monument.

The Property

An older style, individually built detached chalet bungalow situated in a semi-rural location at Coldharbour enjoying far reaching views over the surrounding countryside to Hardy's Monument in the distance. Under the same family ownership for nearly 70 years, the original property has been subject to enlargement and whilst in need of modernisation, offers excellent potential for further improvement and extension.

On the ground floor, double doors lead to a reception hall with stairs to the first floor, understairs storage, airing cupboard and access to a spacious double bedroom with a double aspect together with a wet room and separate WC. The kitchen/breakfast room again has a double aspect and is fitted with a range of wall and floor cupboards with sink, electric cooker and plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. To the side is a lobby with door to the rear garden. The sitting room has a brick built open fireplace with an archway leading into a sun room/ garden room with triple aspect and patio doors opening to the garden.

On the first floor, the landing has a door to a useful store room and dormer window enjoying delightful countryside views. There are 2 first floor double bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes, cupboards and sink units.

Outside

Outside, the property is well set back from the lane, approached via a long gravelled driveway providing off road parking for numerous cars and leading to a detached garage. The front garden is lawned and stocked with an abundance of trees, shrubs and fishpond. The larger gardens are to the rear which back onto fields and offer large expanses of lawned gardens, paved patio, derelict shed and greenhouse. The gardens are stocked with a variety of trees and shrubs and offer great potential to further open up the fabulous countryside views.

Situation

The property is situated at Coldharbour which lies in between the villages of Chickerell and Nottington. Chickerell is close by and on the outskirts of the popular coastal town of Weymouth and close to the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline which includes the famous Chesil Beach which stretches along the coast to Lyme Regis. Chickerell is very much sought after particularly with families and young professionals with the area boasting a vibrant and active community with a wide range of amenities and facilities including both primary and secondary schools, a Morrisons local with Post Office, Village Hall, Library, Church, Chemist, two Public Houses, a Restaurant and Leisure centre with Gymnasium and 3G sports pitches. The World Heritage Jurassic Coastline is nearby with a network of footpaths which provide the opportunity to enjoy good coastal walks and breath-taking views along the Fleet Lagoon. Weymouth town centre can be found within 3 miles accessible by cycle lanes, local bus or car and provides a wider range of shopping facilities, eateries, as well as a sandy beach and picturesque inner harbour.

Services

Mains electric, water and drainage.
Electric storage heating system.

Local Authority
Dorset Council Tel: Council Tax Band: D