Marshwood, Bridport

An exciting opportunity to create a modern four-bedroom bungalow, set within approximately six acres and enjoying stunning views across the Marshwood Vale. EPC: F

The Property - Currently occupying the site is a two-bedroom detached cottage, set within over six acres of gardens and grounds and accompanied by a range of useful outbuildings. Planning permission has been granted for the demolition of the existing cottage and its replacement with a substantial, bespoke four-bedroom bungalow, designed to sit sympathetically within the surrounding landscape and take full advantage of the stunning views across the Marshwood Vale.

The existing cottage comprises a generous reception room, featuring a large inglenook fireplace, with leads through to a well-proportioned kitchen. One of the two bedrooms is situated off the reception room, together with a downstairs cloakroom and useful storage. Upstairs is a further double bedroom and a large family bathroom.

The consented application provides for a contemporary single-storey home thoughtfully arranged across three principal area. The central section will comprise a substantial kitchen/dining room, with a large pantry and extensive sliding doors opening onto the terrace, bringing the surrounding countryside and far-reaching views into the heart of the home. A study, utility room and WC are all also located within this area.

To one side of the kitchen/dining room will be a generous living area, benefitting from a double aspect which will allow natural light to flood the space. The opposite side will provide the bedroom accommodation, with four double bedrooms. The principal bedroom and bedroom four will each benefit from their own en-suite facilities and the other two bedrooms will be serviced by a large family bathroom. All four bedrooms will have sliding doors providing direct access to the garden.

Full planning information can be found under the following Application Number: P/FUL/2024/05194

Outside - The property is approached via a quiet country lane and provides ample space for parking. While the existing outbuildings are proposed to be demolished as part of the consented scheme, there may be potential of further outbuildings to be erected in the future, subject to the necessary planning consents.

The detached property is set within just over half an acre of gardens, with a further five acres or so of pastureland. The land offers considerable versatility and provides an excellent opportunity for a range of lifestyle uses, including smallholding, equestrian or other rural pursuits, subject to any necessary consents.

Situation - The property is situated along a quiet country lane just outside the village of Marshwood, nestled within the idyllic Marshwood Vale. The surrounding area is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is renowned for its beautiful rolling countryside, with an abundance of footpaths, and bridleways providing excellent opportunities for walking and riding.

Marshwood itself has a strong sense of community and offers a good range of local amenities, including a church, primary school and public house.

The thriving and historic market town of Bridport is just a few miles away and offers an excellent range of shopping, business and leisure facilities. The county town of Dorchester is approximately 20 miles away and provides a mainline rail service to London Waterloo.

Services - Broadband - Standard up to 1Mbps and Ultrafast up to 1800Mbps.
Mobile phone service providers available are O2, EE, Three and Vodafone for voice and data services outside.
(Broadband and mobile phone information taken from Ofcom website. Results are predictions and not a guarantee. Actual services available may be different from results and may be affected by network outages).

Agents Note - There are two footpaths across the land, please contact the agent for further information.

Viewing - Strictly through Stags Bridport.

Directions - From Bridport take West Street heading West and at the roundabout take the second exit, continuing straight away. Take the second exit at the next roundabout and continue onto North Allington. After 1.5 Miles turn left and follow this road for just under 3.5 miles. Turn right, then take the next left onto Mutton Street. The property will be located on the left hand side after about a mile.
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