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For saleReduced £25k (−4.3%) on 10 SepListed 80 days
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About
Situated in the elevated and highly sought after location of The Verne, Portland, this substantial four double bedroom detached residence enjoys truly breathtaking panoramic views across Weymouth Bay, Portland Harbour, Chesil Beach and the Jurassic Coast.
Occupying a generous plot with wrap around gardens, ample driveway parking, garage, conservatory, utility room and versatile ground floor bedroom accommodation with shower room, this exceptional home offers an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire one of Portland's most impressive coastal residences.
Stepping into the property, the entrance porch opens into a spacious central hallway providing access to the principal ground floor accommodation.
The generous living room extends the full depth of the property, creating an excellent entertaining space with large windows framing the spectacular coastal outlook.
Sliding doors open directly into the conservatory, where the elevated position can be fully appreciated throughout the seasons while providing direct access to the gardens.
The kitchen enjoys equally impressive sea views and is fitted with a range of wall and base units together with ample work surfaces and space for dining.
Adjoining the kitchen is a practical utility room offering further storage and workspace, with access through to the integral garage.
Also situated on the ground floor is a versatile double bedroom or study, ideal for guests, multi generational living or those requiring ground floor accommodation, complemented by a nearby shower room.
The first floor continues to showcase the property's outstanding position.
The principal bedroom is an impressive double room enjoying a triple aspect and uninterrupted panoramic views, further enhanced by an en suite shower room.
Bedroom two is another generous double with dual aspect windows capturing the surrounding coastline, while bedrooms three and four are both comfortable double rooms served by a family shower room.
Externally, the gardens wrap around the property, providing numerous seating areas from which to enjoy the exceptional outlook across Weymouth and Portland Harbour.
A large driveway provides ample parking for several vehicles and leads to the integral garage. A unique additional feature of the property is the historic stone tunnel system accessed from the garden.
Forming part of Portland's fascinating military heritage, the tunnels provide an unusual and versatile space with immense character, offering an intriguing glimpse into the area's history without detracting from what is ultimately an outstanding coastal home.
Properties occupying such an enviable position rarely become available.
Combining generous family accommodation with some of the finest views on the Jurassic Coast, this is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a landmark home in one of Portland's most iconic locations.
Entrance Hall (2.32 x 2.18 (7'7" x 7'1")) Living Room (6.56 max x 4.95 max ( 21'6" max x 16'2" max )) Kitchen (5.46 max x 5.46 max (17'10" max x 17'10" max )) Study / Bedroom Four (5.87 max x 2.65 max (19'3" max x 8'8" max )) Ground Floor Shower Room (2.29 x 1.19 (7'6" x 3'10")) Garage (5.56 x 2.83 (18'2" x 9'3")) Conservatory (6.41 max 7.01 (21'0" max 22'11")) Bedroom One (5.87 x 3.57 (19'3" x 11'8")) Bedroom One En-Suite (2.87 x 2.04 (9'4" x 6'8")) Bedroom Two (6.38 x 3.91 max (20'11" x 12'9" max)) Bedroom Three (3.82 x 2.42 (12'6" x 7'11")) Shower Room (2.40 max x 1.96 (7'10" max x 6'5"))
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