Ridgeway, Bridport

OPEN DAY ON SATURDAY THE 28TH MARCH FROM 1:00PM TO 3:00PM, STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. A spacious and versatile detached house offering between 4/6 bedrooms, in a peaceful location in the village of Bradpole, located a short while from Bridport town centre.

The Property - Originally built in the 1950s, and sympathetically extended in 2000 to become a large family home, the property is set in a large garden, with a potential building plot subject to planning permission.

The property is entered through the porch to the front hallway, which leads to the kitchen and front reception room. The large kitchen/diner is triple aspect, and is light and airy, with a bay window overlooking the front garden it provides a range of floor and wall cupboards. The floor cupboards have recently been renewed with solid oak carcasses, painted solid ash doors, solid beech worktops, integrated with a ceramic hob with extractor over, double electric oven, dishwasher and freezer. The dining room has French doors opening onto to the decking area, and has ample room for a large table and chairs.

There is a spacious hall which hosts an under stairs cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine and an additional cloakroom with corner shower. Leading off the hall way into the lounge and 2 additional reception rooms. Centred around a feature wood burner the lounge has a bay window and two pairs of French doors, allowing views out onto the gardens and access to decking. There are two additional reception rooms, both with fitted wardrobes, offering flexible options, having previously been used as 2 additional bedrooms, currently used as a study/playroom and a hobbies room.

On the first floor, the large master bedroom has walk in wardrobes and ensuite with double shower, wash basin and wc, towel radiator and Velux window. There are two further double bedrooms and a single bedroom upstairs.

The family bathroom is equipped with a spa bath and electric shower, fitted cupboards, basin and wc.

Outside - The property is situated in a large garden plot extending to approximately 0.23 acres (0.09 hectare). The garden has been organically managed and is widely planted with shrubs, flowers, and hedges to support wildlife. The property is approached by a tarmac drive with parking for 2 cars, adjoined by a gravel area with parking for 2 further cars. A block paved path and archway leads to the front garden which is secluded, with lawn, flower beds and a seating area. A side access leads to the rear garden terrace, and deck with pergola over and there is a paved seating area with views to distant hills. Steps lead to a further garden area with patios, lawns, and flower beds. There is a side access gate to a shared private drive.

Another secluded garden is accessed through two rose arches, with a lawn, and south facing seating area with a pergola and to a further area of garden with garage, workshop and double gates to another parking area. Rear access to the property and garage is provided over a shared private drive.

Situation - The property comprises a well proportioned 4/6 bedroom chalet bungalow, built principally of a brick construction under a tiled roof, benefiting from gas central heating and uPVC double glazing. The versatile living accommodation has been the subject of considerable improvement with the introduction of a loft conversion and extension. To the rear is a large relatively level garden, providing various terraces and distant views towards open countryside. Walking distance to primary and secondary schools, shops and countryside.

Bridport is an active market town and popular holiday area, designated as being in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where street markets are held twice weekly. The town provides a comprehensive range of shopping and professional facilities, primary and secondary schools, recreational and social amenities. Ten minutes drive to the pretty harbour at West Bay, with lovely beaches is close by and the area provides the opportunity for enjoying the Jurassic Coast, recently designated a World Heritage Site.

Services - Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage.
The Vaillant condensing gas boiler and new hot water tank were installed in 2021. The boiler has 5 years warranty remaining. Serviced in February 2026.
Broadband speed: Superfast broadband is available.
Mobile phone coverage: network coverage is good both indoors and outdoors.

Local Authority - Dorset Council -
Council Tax Band: D

Agent Note - Please note the photos were taken in 2023.