A charming 2 bedroomed end-terrace rural village cottage affording tranquil landscaped rear gardens with chalet and shed in an AONB between Bridport, Dorchester and Beaminster

SITUATION: The property is located within the heart of the rural village of Toller Porcorum which lies in the West Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is close to the Kingcombe Wildlife Centre and Powerstock Common. The cottage enjoys much peace and tranquillity and views to the south over the countryside. This is a haven for fauna and flora with easy access to enjoyable walks all around.

The village has an active community with a sub-Post Office and village hall whilst the close by larger village of Maiden Newton is about 2.5 miles distant and has a further range of facilities including a primary school, pub, general store, doctors' surgery, restaurant and takeaway, garage and a railway station.

The County Town of Dorchester lies some 10 miles to the east, the historic town of Beaminster some 9.5 miles away to the north west, whilst the vibrant market town of Bridport lies approximately 8 miles to the south west with the Jurassic Coastline just a further 2 miles on.

THE PROPERTY comprises the end one of a scenic terrace of three situated alongside the village lane facing almost directly south. Probably dating from the Georgian period, the property has a lime rendered and colour washed front elevation with uPVC double-glazed windows which attract a good flow of natural light to the interior and attractive portico-style storm porch over the front door, under a slate roof.

There is a mature single storey extension to the rear providing the kitchen and bathroom and which would provide a roof terrace or extension of the first floor accommodation. Planning permission was previously obtained (now expired).

The property has good ceiling height throughout and has been generally well maintained and updated in recent years but retaining considerable charm and character, blending a traditional country home with modern lifestyle. The property benefits from modern kitchen fittings, double-glazed windows and gas-central heating.

Outside the well-stocked enclosed and gated garden is a delight enjoying sunshine to most of it all day long and has a studio cabin and shed.

DIRECTIONS: From the roundabout on the east side of Bridport take the A35 towards Dorchester for approximately 3 miles and take the first left-hand turning to Askerswell. Proceed to the junction with the Loders road and bear right. Proceed for approximately 2 miles straight over Eggardon Hill and take the third turning right signposted to Toller Porcorum. Follow this road into the village and No 21 will be seen on the left just before the Post Office.

THE ACCOMMODATION comprises:
UPVC wood-effect front door with glazed panels opening to:
A generously proportioned LIVING/DINING ROOM with gas stove fitted to fireplace recess, southerly window and door to stairs rising to the first floor. Doorway and step up to:
OFFICE with door to understairs' cupboard, window to the north and double, glazed doors opening to the:
GALLEY-STYLE KITCHEN recently fitted with modern units comprising wall and base units with LED downlights and wood-effect work surfaces incorporating a one-and-a-half bowl ceramic sink unit and extending over plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine. Wall shelf rack, tiled surrounds, roller blind fitted to window over sink, ceiling spotlight rail and tiled floor.
REAR LOBBY with door to stable-type door to outside and airing cupboard housing the Glow-warm gas boiler and slatted shelves.
BATHROOM comprising panelled bath with shower over, basin and toilet. Half-tiled walls, ladder radiator/towel rail, obscure-glazed window and Manrose extractor.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
DOUBLE BEDROOM 1 with southerly window overlooking open fields.
DOUBLE BEDROOM 2 with similar view. Double doored, built-in cupboard, hatch to insulated and fully-boarded roof space with ladder fitted.

OUTSIDE
Initial hard standing to side with outside tap , steps leading to pretty garden comprising of patio/dining area, level lawn and TIMBER SUMMERHOUSE/CHALET/HOME OFFICE. To the other side of the property there is a good sized gravelled area with GARDEN SHED AND STORAGE.

SERVICES: Mains water, drainage and electricity. Council Tax Band 'B'.

AGENT'S NOTE: Planning permission previously obtained (now expired) for first floor accommodation extension at rear. Gas central heating is controlled by LPG.

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