Portland, Dorset

One of Portland's quintessentially old stone houses this engaging 3/4 BEDROOM home commands a wonderful, elevated position with light and airy accommodation spread over three floors with character offering versatile living for the modern family. Exceptional views over Chesil Bank, especially from the roof terrace, and the sweep of Lyme Bay are enjoyed from almost every window.

Entered via a traditional Portland porch, stairs rise to the first floor, with under stair cupboard and space for cloak storage. To your right is BEDROOM 3, dual aspect double bedroom with bay windows, returning to the entrance lobby, you pass through BEDROOM 4 / STUDY, with an integrated wall storage cupboard. A work surface runs along the opposite wall with space under for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A back door leads to a delightful ENCLOSED COURTYARD with cobble stone pavement and gate providing rear access. To complete the ground floor accommodation, the tiled BATHROOM, has fresh white sanitary fittings, towel rail, bath with cloudburst shower head and glass shower screen.

Stairs rise to the first floor where the kitchen/dining room, utility area, sitting room, second family bathroom are located. The KITCHEN/DINING ROOM is flooded with natural light, with stunning views over rooftops and Chesil Bank. Stripped original floorboards and high ceilings, evoke a sense of light, along the opposite wall is an array of wall and floor units, incorporating a single electric fan oven with ceramic hob with extractor fan over. There is space for a generous dining suite to take full advantage of the panoramic views.

Leading off the kitchen, is a UTILITY AREA with double sink unit, double cupboard/drawer unit under, space for freestanding dishwasher and free-standing fridge/ freezer, and leads onto the FIRST FLOOR BATHROOM with wall tiling, white sanitary fittings, cloudburst shower head and glass shower screen together with the most amazing views.

Returning through the kitchen/dining room is the SITTING ROOM / BEDROOM. Dual aspect windows bathe this room in natural light, and extensive sea views. The fire opening houses a gas stove creating a cosy feature, the perfect spot to watch winter storms rolling across Lyme Bay.

Stairs rise once again leading to the PRINCIPAL BEDROOM a generous sized bedroom with double aspect windows, painted original floorboards, integrated wall storage cupboards, and the most amazing views.

Across the landing is a further BEDROOM or ADDITIONAL SITTING ROOM, offering alcove storage. A tilt window opens onto the roof terrace. A good-sized outdoor seating or evening dining area. Waist height trellis creates a private space to celebrate those amazing views and celebrate the lifestyle opportunities this home has to offer.

Outside
Albert Terrace enjoys a picturesque and tranquil setting where small front gardens line both sides of the Terrace and there is access to park along Albert terrace. Cobbled courtyard and roof terrace affords an oasis of calm enabling you to soak up the coastal atmosphere and, in the evenings, witness breathtaking sunsets over Lyme Bay.

Location
Fortuneswell sits along the northern edge on the Isle of Portland, with stunning views of the Jurassic Coast, stretching from Start Point in Devon, around Lyme Bay, across Weymouth and out towards mid Dorset’s rolling hills. Intriguing streets, wind their way up from Queens Square and are a quintessential feature of Fortuneswell. Fortuneswell offers many places to shop and eat, including cafes and Bistros and art galleries. It is the home to the Royal Manor Theatre. The ever-popular Cove House Inn and Quiddles Café are an evening stroll away. Portland Harbour offers excellent sailing and water sport activities. Portland Sculpture Park is a haven for geologists and Ramblers so to the shingle cove at Church Ope. Walks around Portland Bill are inspiring throughout the year, finishing with a hot drink at the Lobster Pot Cafe.

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