- £750 pcm
- Available from August 2015
- EPC
- Stunning beach location
- Well proportioned mid-terrace property
- Three bedrooms two of which boast sea views
- Private off-road parking
- Good sized gardens to both the front and rear of the property
The Property
2 Castle Hill Cottage is a former Coast Guard Cottage located in a commanding position at the back of the infamouse Chesil Beach, Abbotsbury, Dorset. In this stunning beach side location, the mid-terrace property offers unrivalled views and well proportioned accomodation. The property has two receprion rooms, three bedrooms, off road parking and front and rear gardens.
Situation
Abbotsbury is a very beautiful village set in a spectacular location on the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. The village is well appointed with two pubs, an excellent butcher who specialises in local Long Horn beef, a village shop and post office and several art galleries and tearooms. To the east is the popular seaside town of Weymouth, with its Georgian seafront and 17th century harbour. Further west is the bustling market town of Bridport and the colourful, pretty town of Lyme Regis. The County Town of Dorchester lies just ten miles to the north east.
Directions
2 Castle Hill Cottage is located approximately 1 mile off the main B3157 Weymouth to Bridport Road. Travelling from Weymouth to Bridport, proceed through the village of Abbotsbury following signs to Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens. Turn off the B3157 along Cleverlawns, proceed past the Subtropical Gardens towards the beach car park. Proceed past the car park and the road turns to the right, travelling along the back of the beach, after approximately 0.3 miles the Castle Hill properties will be on your right.
ACCOMMODATION
Ground Floor
Enter via the front door into a small entrance hall with a door to the left leading to reception room one and a door to the right leading to reception room two.
Both reception rooms lead to a rear hallway which provides access to the kitchen, downstairs W.C. and a cupboard incorporating plumbing for a washing machine and sufficient space for a tumble drier.
The kitchen has fitted floor and wall units, stainless steel sink, space for a freestanding cooker and space for a free standing fridge/freezer.
Reception room one has an open fireplace and is dual aspect offering views over the front garden and the sea beyond and also the secure rear garden.
The rear hallway also provides access to the back garden which is fenced on all sides. Stairs giving access to the first floor are also accessed via the rear hall.
First Floor
On the first floor there are three good sized bedrooms, bedrooms one and two are located at the front of the property and both offer sea views. Bedroom three is slightly smaller than bedrooms one and two and is located at the rear of the property.
The family bathroom is also located at the rear of the property which although dated, is perfectly functional consisting of a white suite and shower over the bath.
There is extensive storage space with two large airing cupboards and hanging rails and built in cupboards in bedrooms one and three.
External
The property has lawned gardens to the front and rear, the rear of which is secure. There is also a single garage at the front of the property, which although small for most vehicles, it is useful storage for garden tools etc.
Parking
There is off road parking for this property on the edge of the front garden.
Heating
In addition to the open fireplace in the living room there are night storage heaters throughout the property.
Utilities
Mains water, private sewage treatment plant and mains electricity.
Council Tax
West Dorset District Council tax band D – around £1,680.
Buildings Insurance
It is the Estate’s policy to recharge buildings insurance to the tenant. The premium currently stands at £180.50 per annum.
Pets
Pets are allowed with landlords consent.
Available Date
Available from August 2015 on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for 12 months then month to month thereafter.
Rent
£750 per calendar month.
Deposit
The deposit for the property will be equivalent to one months rent. This will be held under the Deposit Protection Service for the duration of the tenancy
Letting Fees
A one off letting fee of £250 (inclusive of VAT) will be charged to cover referencing for one named tenant and production of the Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement and Inventory. Any additional named tenant will incur a further charge of £50.
Viewings are strictly by appointment only. Contact Melbury Sampford Estate Office on 01935 482200