2-bedroom flat · DT6 4GY
For saleListed 40 days
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About
A well proportioned and airy second floor apartment situated in the attractive Driftwood development within West Bay with allocated parking. EPC Band C.
The Property 4 Driftwood is a conveniently located modern flat of ample proportions situated at the heart of West Bay within easy level walking distance of the harbour, beaches and cliff top walks.
The property is approached via the parking area and a secure entranceway with stairs leading to the top floor.
It has a very high level of finish with good quality fittings, doors & bathroom suites and would suit either as a permanent home, second home and/or holiday letting investment.
The current owners have been exceptional custodians.
The accommodation currently comprises of an entrance hall with storage and boiler cupboard, two double bedrooms with a wind surf shaped window and views across West Bay towards the sea and taking in the coastline.
The primary bedroom has an en-suite shower room. The open plan living space enjoys a sizeable kitchen breakfast room with modern units with a gas hob and oven.
There is space for a dining area within a nook and plenty of space for a living room near to the sliding doors onto the patio.
This room appreciates an unusual curved wall and wind surf shaped window with almost double height ceilings which allude to further space and light throughout the apartment.
Outside Driftwood is approached from Forty Foot Way. There is allocated parking for one vehicle.
From the sitting room, sliding doors lead out to a private balcony with glass balustrades which allows an open outlook and entertaining space outdoors while making the most of the views.
Tenure Leasehold with share of freehold. Service charge of £1200 per annum.
Nb: The lease has over a hundred years remaining and as a Freeholder there is the opportunity to amend to a 999yr lease which some of the Freeholders have already done..
Further details can be obtained from the agent.
Situation Driftwood enjoys a prime coastal position in the extremely popular coastal resort of West Bay in the heart of the World Heritage Site Jurassic Coast.
West Bay is very much an unspoilt gem of the South Coast, with a working harbour. The village has a range of shops including a convenience store and renowned fishmonger.
There are numerous cafes and restaurants including the artisan Sladers yard and Rise.
The inner harbour is bustling with commercial fishing vessels landing their catch, alongside pleasure boats, and boats to hire for sea fishing trips.
The outer harbour has a slipway for smaller vessels, and the breakwater pier is often used for mackerel fishing. The beaches are ideal for walking the dogs and sea bathing.
Services All mains services. Gas fired under floor heating. Viewings Viewings strictly by appointment with Stags, Bridport.
Directions From our Bridport office, proceed down South Street to the roundabout, take the third exit into West Bay Road signed West Bay.
On reaching West Bay, continue across the harbour bridge and at the mini roundabout go straight ahead into Forty Foot Way and Driftwood can be found soon after on the left hand side soon after.
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