This outstanding penthouse is situated in the heart of Swanage approximately 200 meters from the town centre, beach and open country. Gainsborough House stands in landscaped grounds and Flat 5 occupies the entire top floor of this attractive block constructed in 2005 to a high standard by a local reputable builder of part Purbeck Stone.

The property offers good sized accommodation with views over the town to the Purbeck Hills from the twin balconies, lift access, an easily maintained communal garden and open plan garage and store.

The seaside town of Swanage is located at the Eastern tip of the Isle of Purbeck, delightfully situated between the Purbeck Hills. It has a safe, sandy beach and walkers and cyclists can enjoy the South West Coast Path as well as access to The Durlston Country Park. Swanage is some 10 miles from the market town of Wareham, which has main line rail links to London Waterloo (approx 2.5 hours).  Much of the area surrounding the town is classified as being of Outstanding Natural Beauty incorporating the Jurassic Coast, which is part of the World Heritage Coastline.

The spacious entrance hall welcomes you to this modern property and leads to the generous, South facing Living Room. The Kitchen/Dining Room is fitted with a range of wooden units, contrasting worktops, integrated oven and electric hob, dishwasher and has access to the larger balcony with views over the town to the Purbeck Hills.

Living Room   5.21m x 5.06m (17'1" x 16'7")
Kitchen/Dining Room   4.19m x 3.67m (13'9" x 12')
Balcony           4.67m max x 2.46m (15'4" max x 8'1")

There are three double bedrooms; the master is particularly spacious with fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. Bedroom two has North facing Velux windows and fitted wardrobes. Bedroom three benefits from South facing views and a private balcony. The second shower room is fitted with a large corner shower cubicle with a curved glass door, vanity unit with wash hand basin, tiled walls, WC and ladder radiator. Gainsborough House has the added benefit of a communal laundry room.

Bedroom 1    4.89m x 4.33m (16' x 14'2")
En-Suite Shower Room   2.96m x 1.62m (9'8" x 5'4")
Bedroom 2    4.24m x 3.96m (13'11" x 13')
Bedroom 3    3.36m x 3.21m (11' x 10'6")
Balcony         2.79m x 1.35m (9'2" x 4'5")
Shower Room   2.96m x 2.11m (9'8" x 6'11")

Total Floor Area Approx. 95.7m2 (1029.9 sq ft)

Outside, at the rear, the enclosed communal garden is gravelled with shrub borders, a paved patio. Gates leads through to the open plan single garage with electric up and over door, store and guest space.  

Whilst technically held on a 125 year lease from 2005, the freehold of the building has been transferred to the lesses. Shared maintenance liability of £1,700 per annum.

Long lets are permitted, holiday lets are not.

All viewings must be accompanied and these are strictly by appointment through the Agents, Corbens,[use Contact Agent Button]. The postcode for this property is BH19 1EA.

Council Tax Band F

Property Ref: CRA1412