Rousdon, Lyme Regis, DT7

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A beautiful and charming detached property located in a private and secluded setting set in the undercliffs area along the Jurassic Coastline, offering peaceful and tranquil living surrounded by beautiful woodland and countryside on the Rousdon Estate, renowned for its beauty and heritage, whilst having easy access to the nearby towns of Lyme Regis and Seaton providing shops, amenities, schools and transport links.

The Rousdon Estate is Grade II* Listed and dates back to the 1870's when it was commissioned by Sir Henry Peek for the construction of a Tudor style estate and was purchased by AllHallows School in the late 1930's. Cliff Cottage was henceforth purchased from the school in the 1990s. The property was initially in need of extensive refurbishment and was carefully improved and redesigned by the current owners for residential use in addition to extension and refurbishment whilst retaining an abundance of original period and character features to include solid wood flooring, high ceilings, feature fireplaces and old gas lamps, and there is excellent opportunity for further improvement and modernisation if desired.

Internally and to the ground floor the property comprises a welcoming hall with stairs to the first floor, two generously sized reception rooms each with feature fireplaces one of which houses a wood burning stove, a well-appointed kitchen/diner with ample space for appliances, a vaulted ceiling with skylight windows, a door to the rear garden and access to a cloakroom WC, a rear double sized bedroom which could be used as an additional reception room, and a three piece bathroom suite. 

To the first floor there is a bright and spacious landing which is currently used as a craft room with potential for other uses and featuring a door to the rear facing balcony with garden, sea and woodland views, and access to a store room and to two double sized bedrooms with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and skylight windows.

There is a timber built cabin constructed in 2007 which offers potential to be used as a studio, office space or annex for use as a rental, granny flat or holiday let or just additional space for guests, and comprises an open plan living space with a well-appointed kitchen and a shower room suite.

Externally the property sits on an extensive plot of land with access via a private drive and boasting beautifully presented grounds and gardens with sitting areas, good sized store rooms, a workshop housing a generator, and an abundance of established plants, shrubs, flowers, herbs, fruit trees, raised vegetable beds and mature woodland and wildlife. There is also access to the South West Coast Path leading down to the estate’s private beach, offering superb views of the Jurassic Coast, fossils and cliffs.

The property is within easy access of Lyme Regis and Seaton offering a range of shops, amenities, facilities, schools, events and both road and public transport links further afield, and there is a train station at Axminster which offers direct services to London and Exeter.

Early viewing is highly recommended due to the property being realistically priced.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The property is an off-grid home with:

- Electric generation from PV panels and generator.

- Private water system which is gravity fed from a spring above the property (pipe relayed about 10 years ago) and septic tank drainage

-Standard broadband available Mobile coverage available with EE, O2 and Three.

- Council Tax Band: B

- Local Authority: East Devon

Disclaimer:

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general guideline and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending Purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services including gas central heating and so cannot verify they are in working order or fit for their purpose. Furthermore, Solicitors should confirm moveable items described in the sales particulars and, in fact, included in the sale since circumstances do change during the marketing or negotiations. Although we try to ensure accuracy, if measurements are used in this listing, they may be approximate. Therefore if intending Purchasers need accurate measurements to order carpeting or to ensure existing furniture will fit, they should take such measurements themselves. Photographs are reproduced general information and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale with the property.

TENURE

To be confirmed by the Vendor’s Solicitors

POSSESSION

Vacant possession upon completion

VIEWING

Viewing strictly by appointment through The Express Estate Agency