Langton Matravers, Dorset

Set in the heart of Purbeck, this spacious stone home enjoys far reaching views across open countryside towards Swanage Bay and the Isle of Wight. Built beneath a traditional tiled roof, the house sits within approximately one acre of gardens that perfectly frame its panoramic sea and rural outlook. The property combines the timeless appeal of Purbeck craftsmanship with light filled contemporary interiors designed to embrace the landscape.

A welcoming HALL forms the heart of the home, with doors leading to all principal rooms. To one side lies the KITCHEN and informal dining area, a dual aspect space where the sea views are ever present. The kitchen includes a comprehensive range of fitted units and generous work surfaces, centred around an electric Aga™. At one end, an additional dining area beneath a window provides a perfect breakfast spot. A separate UTILITY and BOOT ROOM provides additional storage and direct access from the garden after countryside or beach walks, or the perfect spot for storing bounty gathered from the orchard or vegetable garden.

The DINING ROOM is a bright, generous space with glazed door opening directly to the garden, again maximising those magnificent coastal views and providing a favoured spot for the family to have a coffee bathed in early morning sunshine. The SITTING ROOM leads on from the dining area or can be accessed directly from the hall, a beautifully proportioned room with sea facing windows and cosy seating surrounding a magnificent floor to ceiling Purbeck stone fireplace, home to a wood burning stove. Further along, an additional seating area provides an ideal spot to watch television next to south facing patio doors which open onto the garden.

A FAMILY ROOM offers versatility as a study, playroom or snug, with west facing windows that capture the afternoon sun. Completing the ground floor is a CLOAKROOM with W.C. and wash hand basin, and useful understairs storage.
Upstairs, a spacious light filled landing leads to four comfortable bedrooms. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM is a spacious double with built in wardrobes and exceptional views across the gardens to the sea from two large windows. Its ENSUITE shower room is fitted with walk in shower, wash hand basin, W.C and heated towel rail. BEDROOM TWO is another large double with dual aspect windows framing the Purbeck Hills and again uninterrupted sea views, with its own ENSUITE shower room fitted with walk in shower, wash hand basin, W.C and heated towel rail. BEDROOM THREE, another spacious double, again enjoys sea and garden views and further built in storage, while BEDROOM FOUR offers flexibility as a guest room or study. A FAMILY BATHROOM with bath, overhead shower, wash hand basin and W.C completes the first floor.

Outside
A gated entrance leads into the grounds of this tucked away home, opening onto a courtyard driveway centred around an ammonite set in an attractive mosaic, with ample parking and access to the detached DOUBLE GARAGE. This home offers more parking options than many homes set in Purbeck. The garage includes twin roller doors, a workshop area, and an open tread staircase to a generous LOFT SPACE, ideal for storage or, subject to permissions, conversion to a studio or office. Adjoining the garage, a bright GAMES ROOM with triple aspect windows offers exceptional versatility, lending itself to use as a gym, media room or, subject to planning, further guest accommodation. Two garden stores and an oil tank are neatly concealed beside the garage.

The gardens extend to around one acre and wrap gently around the house, always drawing the eye back to the sea. Lawns sweep between established trees and colourful borders, while Purbeck stone walls and sheltered terraces create a series of private outdoor snugs, perfect for entertaining or curling up with a book and a drink. To one side lies an orchard, rich with blossom in spring and fruit in autumn. A stone table sits at the top of the orchard, sheltered from spring winds, perfectly placed for alfresco dining with a view of the bay, while a path leads through the orchard to a hidden garden incinerator area.
In addition, the current owners have a tastefully designed vegetable garden, but other than that have designed the gardens to be easy to maintain yet full of year round colour, not least when they burst alive with spring bulbs and the blossom from the fruit trees, all set against far reaching views across the sea to the Isle of Wight.

Location
Weathertop occupies a mature, secluded plot yet is only a quarter of a mile walk from the hamlet of Acton. From here the Priest’s Way can be joined and is ideal for exploring on foot or by bicycle. Eastbound, this byway can be followed to reach the famous Dancing Ledge and on to the South West Coast Path, or simply used to stroll the couple of miles into Swanage. Alternatively, the westbound fork is perfect for family walks to the pretty village of Worth Matravers, around half an hour away. On the way are the famous excavated dinosaur tracks, and the village tea room and the Square and Compass pub make lovely refreshment stops.

Langton Matravers is one of Purbeck’s most desirable villages, rich in charm and community spirit. Set just west of Swanage, it is surrounded by rolling countryside and lies close to the South West Coast Path. The village offers a welcoming pub, church, museum and primary school, as well as access to countless walking routes leading to the cliffs and coves of the Jurassic Coast. Nearby attractions include Putlake Adventure Farm and the historic Purbeck stone quarries.

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