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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · BH19 3LD
For saleListed 145 days
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About
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a superior traditional Purbeck stone cottage situated in a fine rural setting, comprising a small cluster of similar dwellings outside of the hamlet of Acton, adjoining open country.
It is thought to date back to the late 1800s, a 2 storey rear extension having been added in 1991, and is of stone construction under a stone tiled roof.
Woodbine Cottage offers spacious family accommodation with character period features including a Purbeck stone fireplace with wood burning stove.
It enjoys good views over the surrounding open countryside to the sea in the distance and also has the considerable advantage of a good sized landscaped garden and ample off-road parking.
The hamlet of Acton, originally built as living quarters for the quarrymen, lies 1 mile to the West of the village of Langton Matravers and about 1 mile from the sea via numerous footpaths, including routes towards Dancing Ledge, Seacombe and open countryside.
Much of the area which surrounds the community is owned by the National Trust and incorporates a World Heritage Coastline.
The popular seaside resort of Swanage is some 3 miles distant, and the historic village of Corfe Castle is about 4 miles away.
The market town of Wareham has main line rail link to London Waterloo (approx. 2.5 hours).
The entrance hall leads through to the generous, character living room with feature Purbeck stone fireplace, wood burning stove and beamed ceiling.
It is a bright dual aspect room with access to the paved patio area and landscaped rear garden.
Steps lead down to the kitchen which is fitted with a range of light units, complementing worktops and space for electric cooker, dishwasher and fridge/freezer.
Leading off, the dual aspect dining room is a bright second reception room and has a separate access from the entrance hall. There is also a cloakroom on this level.
Living Room 6.85m x 3.7m (22'6" x 12'2") Dining Room 3.07m x 3.02m (10'1" x 9'11") Kitchen 3.76m x 2.69m (12'4" x 8'10") Cloakroom On the first floor there are three double bedrooms, all of which enjoy views over the adjoining open countryside to the Purbeck Hills and Swanage Bay in the distance.
Bedroom one also has the benefit of a fitted wardrobe cupboard. The shower room is fitted with a white suite and completes the accommodation.
Bedroom 1 4m x 2.89m (13'1' x 9'6") Bedroom 2 3.83m x 3.14m (12'7" x 10'4") Bedroom 3 3.82m x 3.16m (12'6" x 10'5") Shower Room 3.09m x 1.89m (10'2" x 6'2") Outside, the property is approached by a Purbeck stone paved driveway with a five-bar timber gate providing ample off-road parking.
At the rear, the attractive landscaped garden is mostly laid to lawn with well-established flower/shrub borders and a store. It is bound by dry stone walling and adjoins open country.
Store 2.95m x 2.6m (9'8" x 8'6") services Mains water and electricity. Septic tank drainage.
Council tax Band F - £3,829.35 for 2026/2027 viewings Strictly by appointment through the Sole Agents, Corbens . The post code for the property is BH19 3LD Property Ref ACT2309
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