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Floorplan
Map4 bedroom detached house
Sold STC
Detached house
4 beds
Key information
Features and description
Sitting between the villages of Portesham and Coryates, Rocket is a gem, sporting some of the best views the county has to offer. With vistas spanning Chapman's Pool to Abbotsbury, the house and its annex are designed around maximising the views from every room, which is exactly what they do.
Accessed from the peaceful Winter's Lane, the meandering drive leads to parking to the side of the main house, which is accessible from here through a door to the rear of the property. The ENTRANCE HALL is spacious, offering a useful storage cupboard. What immediately strikes you is the views beyond, framed by the double doorway leading to the SITTING ROOM, which benefits from two bay windows angled towards the coastline, with cascading views of Weymouth Bay, the Fleet and Lyme Bay. The room is neutral in décor and enjoys a multi-fuel burner with a Chesney's sandstone surround, one entirely shelved wall which makes for useful storage and a pleasing feature, and double doors opening to the side of the property.
The generous KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM is similarly focussed on ensuring the views are maximised, and is equipped with a range of high quality units and fittings and a Belfast sink. An electric AGA™ stands between two areas of timber work surface with handmade solid timber storage cupboards beneath, while the island - complete with power - provides the perfect food preparation area. There is an integrated dishwasher and space for a fridge. The delightful dining space enjoys views taking in sun rise over the sea and sun set over Lyme Bay. Double doors open from here to the side of the property, and natural limestone flooring with underfloor heating runs throughout this space and the adjoining UTILITY ROOM. This useful space offers an integrated washing machine and freezer, a further Belfast sink, and an exterior door to the rear.
From the entrance hall, an inner hallway/study area leads to a CLOAKROOM complete with WC and hand-wash basin, and a glazed door which opens to the patio abutting the westerly side of the property.
From here, stairs rise to the FIRST FLOOR LANDING, where there is a useful airing cupboard, and a window showcasing St Catherine's Chapel, which sits atop a hill in the nearby village of Abbotsbury. Off the far end of the landing, the MASTER BEDROOM, needless to say, also benefits from glorious views. The room itself is a generous double with a walk-in wardrobe and an EN-SUITE comprising a shower cubicle, WC and hand-wash basin. BEDROOMS TWO and THREE are both large double rooms with built-in wardrobes. The FAMILY BATHROOM, which overlooks the paddock belonging to the property, is complete with a bath and separate shower cubicle, WC and hand-wash basin. Completing the main house, the SECOND FLOOR is a blank canvas, offering three rooms divided by stud walls, each with incredible views and, together, presenting the opportunity to create one large, open space if so desired.
Separate from the main house, the ANNEX was completed in August 2020 and has shown promise as a holiday let in the short period since. This versatile space is equipped with its own boiler and oil tank, and its open-plan design lends itself to a number of uses. French doors make up the entirety of one side of the property and frame unrivalled views towards the coast. The open-plan kitchen/living space is equipped with a wood burner and high quality timber kitchen units. A contemporary master bedroom with en-suite shower room completes the accomodation.
Outside
The majority of GARDEN is to the front of the property, mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature shrubs and trees. The DRIVEWAY presents parking for multiple vehicles, with the footings for a garage in place beyond, which has pre-installed services including electricity, water and waste.
A path to the rear of the property leads to the TWO-ACRE PADDOCK, currently used for livestock. The mains power to the property, annexe and garage has all been put underground, so there are no overhead wires obstructing your views. At the top of the paddock is direct access to the Dorset Ridgeway; footpaths leading in three directions to Hardy Monument, Upwey, and the villages of Portesham and Abbotsbury.
Location
The property is located on the edge of the pretty and ancient village of Portesham. Home to thatched limestone cottages and a medieval church, this popular village also offers a doctors' surgery, first school, public house, village hall and farm shop. A delightful stream runs through the village and is home to its own community of ducks and geese. Portesham lies approximately eight miles from the seaside resort of Weymouth and nine miles from the county town of Dorchester, both of which offer secondary schools and mainline rail links to London Waterloo. Just two miles away is the village of Abbotsbury, famous for its Swannery, Sub-Tropical Gardens, Tithe Barn and St. Catherine's Chapel.
Directions
Use what3words.com to accurately navigate to the exact spot. Search using these three words: double.bridge.likening
• Stunning rural and coastal views
• One bedroom self-contained annex
• Two-acre paddock
• Immaculately presented
• Versatile top floor
Accessed from the peaceful Winter's Lane, the meandering drive leads to parking to the side of the main house, which is accessible from here through a door to the rear of the property. The ENTRANCE HALL is spacious, offering a useful storage cupboard. What immediately strikes you is the views beyond, framed by the double doorway leading to the SITTING ROOM, which benefits from two bay windows angled towards the coastline, with cascading views of Weymouth Bay, the Fleet and Lyme Bay. The room is neutral in décor and enjoys a multi-fuel burner with a Chesney's sandstone surround, one entirely shelved wall which makes for useful storage and a pleasing feature, and double doors opening to the side of the property.
The generous KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM is similarly focussed on ensuring the views are maximised, and is equipped with a range of high quality units and fittings and a Belfast sink. An electric AGA™ stands between two areas of timber work surface with handmade solid timber storage cupboards beneath, while the island - complete with power - provides the perfect food preparation area. There is an integrated dishwasher and space for a fridge. The delightful dining space enjoys views taking in sun rise over the sea and sun set over Lyme Bay. Double doors open from here to the side of the property, and natural limestone flooring with underfloor heating runs throughout this space and the adjoining UTILITY ROOM. This useful space offers an integrated washing machine and freezer, a further Belfast sink, and an exterior door to the rear.
From the entrance hall, an inner hallway/study area leads to a CLOAKROOM complete with WC and hand-wash basin, and a glazed door which opens to the patio abutting the westerly side of the property.
From here, stairs rise to the FIRST FLOOR LANDING, where there is a useful airing cupboard, and a window showcasing St Catherine's Chapel, which sits atop a hill in the nearby village of Abbotsbury. Off the far end of the landing, the MASTER BEDROOM, needless to say, also benefits from glorious views. The room itself is a generous double with a walk-in wardrobe and an EN-SUITE comprising a shower cubicle, WC and hand-wash basin. BEDROOMS TWO and THREE are both large double rooms with built-in wardrobes. The FAMILY BATHROOM, which overlooks the paddock belonging to the property, is complete with a bath and separate shower cubicle, WC and hand-wash basin. Completing the main house, the SECOND FLOOR is a blank canvas, offering three rooms divided by stud walls, each with incredible views and, together, presenting the opportunity to create one large, open space if so desired.
Separate from the main house, the ANNEX was completed in August 2020 and has shown promise as a holiday let in the short period since. This versatile space is equipped with its own boiler and oil tank, and its open-plan design lends itself to a number of uses. French doors make up the entirety of one side of the property and frame unrivalled views towards the coast. The open-plan kitchen/living space is equipped with a wood burner and high quality timber kitchen units. A contemporary master bedroom with en-suite shower room completes the accomodation.
Outside
The majority of GARDEN is to the front of the property, mainly laid to lawn and bordered by mature shrubs and trees. The DRIVEWAY presents parking for multiple vehicles, with the footings for a garage in place beyond, which has pre-installed services including electricity, water and waste.
A path to the rear of the property leads to the TWO-ACRE PADDOCK, currently used for livestock. The mains power to the property, annexe and garage has all been put underground, so there are no overhead wires obstructing your views. At the top of the paddock is direct access to the Dorset Ridgeway; footpaths leading in three directions to Hardy Monument, Upwey, and the villages of Portesham and Abbotsbury.
Location
The property is located on the edge of the pretty and ancient village of Portesham. Home to thatched limestone cottages and a medieval church, this popular village also offers a doctors' surgery, first school, public house, village hall and farm shop. A delightful stream runs through the village and is home to its own community of ducks and geese. Portesham lies approximately eight miles from the seaside resort of Weymouth and nine miles from the county town of Dorchester, both of which offer secondary schools and mainline rail links to London Waterloo. Just two miles away is the village of Abbotsbury, famous for its Swannery, Sub-Tropical Gardens, Tithe Barn and St. Catherine's Chapel.
Directions
Use what3words.com to accurately navigate to the exact spot. Search using these three words: double.bridge.likening
• Stunning rural and coastal views
• One bedroom self-contained annex
• Two-acre paddock
• Immaculately presented
• Versatile top floor
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We take the time to get to know you, your property and your goals, and will work closely with you to make sure you enjoy the process of selling. DOMVS is an independent, award-winning estate agency with a team specialising in sales, lettings, land advisory and holiday lettings services across Dorset and the Wiltshire/Devon borders. And with 5* ratings on all the review sites, you can see we’ve been exceeding our clients’ expectations since 2005. We are proud members of The Guild of Property Professionals, with its 800+ branches and extensive Park Lane office. We are also part of the Mayfair Office, meaning we can expose our clients' properties far and wide.