Grove Hill, Osmington, Weymouth, DT3

This beautifully presented semi-detached old farm house is favourably situated in the popular area of Osmington with stunning sea views and mature surrounding gardens. The property offers spacious and versatile accommodation and is set within a generous plot and parking for approximately 5 cars. At present the home is arranged to offer self-contained annexe plus Air B&B facilities that can generate potential incomes but could also be reconfigured back into the family home. Additionally, the property boasts a number of outbuildings adding to the options this fabulous property has to offer. EPC Rating D.

Situation

Osmington, a charming Dorset village with a strong sense of community and vibrant village hall offering a full calendar of activities throughout the year. It is one of Dorsets most famous villages; at nearby Osmington Mills, smugglers in the 18th century used the precipitous cliff faces and hidden cove-ways to store contraband. Today, its maritime history is remembered in the form of the Smugglers Inn which stands on the cliff edge and is a popular local haunt, offering unrivalled views of the world famous Jurassic Coastline. There is an ancient thirteenth century church. The seaside town of Weymouth is 4 miles away where there are several superb marina facilities. Weymouth is nationally renowned for its sailing facilities, together with its lovely sandy beach and safe swimming. The county town of Dorchester is 7 miles distant and from both Weymouth and Dorchester there are regular train services to London (Waterloo 2.5 hours).

Key Features

Entrance to the property is gained via a wooden door to the front porch providing a useful space to decant outdoor clothing and footwear.The dual aspect kitchen enjoys traditional farm house characteristics with exposed wooden beams and a wood burning stove. The room has tiled flooring and worksurfaces throughout and enjoys sea views via a large front aspect window. Integral appliances include a 1 ceramic sink, drainer and mixer tap, range cooker with electric ovens and seven-ring gas hob. Velux windows provide further natural light.The beautiful sitting room provides characterful features with further exposed brickwork, beams and wood burning stove. The room receives plentiful natural light via a side aspect, bay window, and takes full advantage of the outlook on to the garden.The inner hallway boasts Flagstone flooring and leads you to a set of stairs that rise to the first floor and a set of stairs that lead to the basement room (Bedroom 2). A further door provides access to a one-bedroom annexe with lounge/diner, kitchen and shower room. An external door from the kitchen provides private access.The first floor offers three bedrooms, WC, shower room and the family bathroom. Bedroom 1 offers a dual aspect with a corner shower cubicle and stunning sea views. Bedrooms 4 and 5 are a good size with fitted storage space and a door leads from bedroom 5 to a balcony and timber frame stairs that leads to the garden providing its own private access. The current owners use bedrooms 4, 5 and the shower room for Air B&B purposes.A further staircase from the landing leads to the second floor where there is a further bedroom / study room.The property is set within a generous, attractive, southerly facing garden. Areas of patio and lawn are provided as well as a summer house with power and light. The property further enjoys sea views and parking for 4/5 cars. Within the plot there are multiple outbuildings including a shed and a store and a space currently utilised as a utility room and wc.

Services

Mains electricity and gas, water and sewerage treatment plant connected. Last serviced August 2022.

Agents Notes

The sewerage treatment plant is shared with the adjoining property and emptied yearly.The driveway leading off the road to The Coppice and the neighbouring detached property is jointly maintained via a verbal agreement.

Local Authorities

Dorset CouncilCounty HallColliton ParkDorchesterDorsetDT1 1XJ01305 211970We are advised that the council tax band is Main house is E.Annexe is A

Viewings

Strictly by appointment with the sole agents:Parkers Property Consultants and Valuers Tel: 01305 340860