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A well presented Grade II listed townhouse close to Lyme Regis beachfront offering four double bedrooms, two reception rooms and good size enclosed gardens. No onward chain.
The Property 55 Church Street is a fine example of a period property positioned in the ‘old town’ well placed for the beach, Marine Parade and amenities being only a five-minute walk away.
The current owners have run the property as successful holiday letting business in recent year, receiving an exceptional rating of 9.8 on .
Despite being a lucrative investment opportunity, the well balanced accommodation would also make for a great family home or private retreat in the heart of this historic town.
The property has a fine selection of character features, coupled with modern fixtures and fittings.
The arrangement of four double bedrooms and two reception rooms over three floors offer a great deal of flexibility for interested parties.
Accommodation From the pavement the front door opens into the entrance hallway providing access to the principal reception rooms and kitchen.
Both reception rooms feature exposed stonework to either side of the chimney breast while the sitting room includes a wood burning stove.
Opposite the dining room is a modern fitted kitchen with a comprehensive range of wall and base units, attractive tiling, and a range of integrated appliances.
Access out to a walled courtyard seating area. To the rear of the property is a fully tiled wet room offering additional storage space and access to the rear garden.
Over the first and second floors are four double bedrooms with a well appointed family bathroom positioned on the first floor.
Outside To the outside is a well enclosed private rear garden featuring a good range of established shrubs, an area of lawned garden and brick paved pathway leading to a raised decking area which provides an ideal area for alfresco dining alongside pleasant elvated views over the town.
From the garden steps lead down to the walled courtyard adjoining the kitchen.
Situation 55 Church Street is set in the historic old town of Lyme Regis, with the town and beach all within a short walk.
Lyme Regis is a most popular and picturesque coastal town noted for its attractive period buildings, the famous centuries-old Cobb and harbour.
In the town is an excellent selection of facilities including many independent shops, convenience stores and a number of restaurants and hotels, together with a theatre and various museums.
A short walk from the high street is the charming award-winning sandy beach, ideal for families; the harbour, popular with anglers and those keen on deep sea fishing trips; the sailing and power boat clubs.
Primary & secondary schooling in Lyme Regis with the renowned Colyton Grammar School located 8 miles to the west.
The nearby market town of Axminster (5 miles) offers a good range of day to day amenities, as well as a vibrant market every Thursday and a mainline train service to London Waterloo.
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Broadband : Superfast broadband available Mobile Network Coverage : There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details.
Source - Local Authority West Dorset Council Tel : Council Tax Band : Deleted, formally a D band Material Information The area around the property is at low risk from flooding from rivers and seas, and surface water.
Please note that the property does not have any associated parking.
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