Sidmouth Road, Lyme Regis, Dorset

- PROPERTY TYPE
Flat
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Key features
- Attractive Ground Floor Apartment
- Two Bedrooms. Sea Views
- Grade II Listed Regency Building
- Living Room. Kitchen/Dining Room
- Bathroom. Two Parking Spaces
- Lovely Communal Grounds
Description
The seaside resort of Lyme Regis, famed for its historic connections and the Cobb Harbour remains popular with visitors. The town retains much of its original charm and a good variety of shops restaurants and places of interest to visit. There are many events throughout the year including a good range of live music and for those who would rather be on the sea, there are sailing and gig rowing clubs. This expanse of coast line has been designated a World Heritage Site and is affectionately known as the Jurassic Coast. Bus services run regularly between the local towns of Bridport and Axminster, where the station runs a mainline service to London Waterloo and Exeter. The property is very well placed for proximity to the highly regarded Woodroffe Secondary School, which has been described by Ofsted as `outstanding`, with many house hunters seeking an address within the catchment area. Alternatively, the Colyton Grammar School, which is constantly ranked as one of the best in the country is approximately 8 miles to the west.
The accommodation, all measurements approximate, comprises:
GROUND FLOOR
COMMUNAL ENTRANCE
Period panelled door opens into entrance lobby where there is a wall mounted buzzer entry intercom for each flat. Further security door leads into
COMMUNAL HALL
Hallway leading to ground floor flats with stairs rising to upper floors.
PRIVATE ENTRANCE
Fire door opening into
HALL
Deep shelved double storage cupboard. Smoke detector. Fire alarm and sprinkler. Radiator.
KITCHEN/DINING ROOM - 4.17m (13'8") x 3.91m (12'10") Into Bay
Period sash window to rear fitted with secondary glazing. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units with laminate work surfaces and inset white composite one and a half bowl sink unit and drainer. Integrated electric oven/grill and electric hob with filter hood above. Space and connections for dish washer, washing machine and fridge/freezer. Space for dining table and chairs. Radiator. Vinyl flooring. Door to
LIVING ROOM - 6.25m (20'6") x 4.9m (16'1")
Triple aspect room with three period sash windows (fitted with secondary glazing) to rear and side. Half (double) glazed door to terrace, with sea view. Stone fireplace for gas fire (not currently in use). Three radiators.
From Hall...
BEDROOM ONE - 4.11m (13'6") x 3.1m (10'2")
Period sash window (fitted with secondary glazing) to side with an outlook onto the large terrace. Range of built-in wardrobes. Cupboard housing Vaillant gas combi boiler for central heating and hot water. Radiator.
BEDROOM TWO - 2.79m (9'2") x 2.54m (8'4")
Period sash window (fitted with secondary glazing) to side with an outlook onto the large terrace. Built in wardrobe and cupboard. Radiator.
BATHROOM
Fitted with a white suite comprising panelled bath with Mira electric shower over, w.c. and pedestal wash hand basin. Splash back wall tiling. Ladder style white Radiator. Vinyl flooring. Extractor.
OUTSIDE
Highcliff House is a beautiful early to mid 19th Century property, Grade II Listed, it was formerly a villa and later an hotel, which was converted into apartments in the 1980`s. The driveway circles the house with parking spaces to back and front for each property. To the front a sweeping lawn with lovely views to Golden Cap and out to Portland on a clear day. This is a communal garden for the enjoyment of all.
PRIVATE SUN TERRACE - 6.44m (21'2") x 5.75m (18'10")
A door from the living room leads out onto the large east facing terrace, from where there are stunning views of the sea, There is ample space for outdoor furniture and entertaining.
PARKING
The flat benefits from 2 parking spaces.
TENURE
Leasehold with a share of freehold. The lease was extended in October 2017 with a long term lease ending in December 3015. No holiday letting is allowed. No pets.
SERVICE CHARGE/GROUND RENT
The annual service charge is currently £2,625 p.a. split into two equal instalments paid in March and September. There are twice yearly meetings. The service charge includes buildings insurance, maintenance of the building and communal areas, external lighting, driveway and parking areas as well as the communal gardens. Ground rent is £10 p.a.
SERVICES
All mains services are connected. Gas fired central heating. Water is metered.
COUNCIL TAX
Band D. Dorset Council. £2,569.40 (2025/26).
BROADBAND
The owner tells us that the current BB speed is 19.64Mbps. Broadband availability at this location can be checked through:
MOBILE
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FLOOD RISK
Flood risk Information can be checked through the following:
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Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
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- Band: D
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Off street
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Private garden
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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