Fortuneswell, Portland, Dorset, DT5

Tucked away in the historic heart of Fortuneswell’s Conservation Area, Captain Elliot’s House offers a lifestyle defined by coastal charm and timeless character. Wake to sweeping views across Chesil Beach towards Lyme Bay and enjoy ever changing seascapes that bring calm and connection to nature. The flexible layout suits modern living, from family gatherings to hosting guests. Offering rare privacy alongside a strong sense of community, it is equally appealing as a full time home or a unique holiday let, allowing visitors to experience the area’s unique heritage and coastal lifestyle.

Stepping inside Captain Elliot’s House, the immediate sense of space and character is striking. The entrance lobby opens into a hallway running through to the rear. The dining room, ideal for entertaining, features an attractive stone fireplace and sea views and opens to a spacious fitted kitchen, with a utility room and cloakroom adding practicality. A light filled sitting room enjoys two front facing windows with far reaching sea views. Five bedrooms are provided, including two doubles with a family bathroom, two further doubles with fitted wardrobes sharing a Jack and Jill shower room, and a fifth bedroom with and an ensuite. One bedroom, accessed via its own doorway and staircase, is ideal as a study. Approached via a pedestrian walkway, the home enjoys a tucked away setting, with garage and parking to the rear. The extensive garden includes a sheltered patio, tiered grounds with coastal views, a decked dining area, lawn, vegetable beds and a lean to orangery. Listed Building consent has been granted for a garden studio or workshop (Ref: P/Hou/2021/00931). The island offers excellent sailing and water sports, with Weymouth nearby providing shops, beaches, Jurassic Coast walks and rail links to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads.