3 bedroom detached house for sale
£240,000
Preston, Weymouth, Dorset DT3
Property info
Property description
Built circa 1800 as stables and renovated some 29 years ago into an attractive and well presented three bedrooms detached cut-stone cottage situated in a peaceful village style cul-de-sac. The accommodation provides a light and pleasant lobby entrance leading into the spacious and comfortable sitting room, with an impressive brick central fireplace with inset electric coal effect fire, deep bay window and French doors leading out to the tastefully designed courtyard. The attractive and recently fitted kitchen has ample kitchen floor and wall units all in neutral colours, incorporating glass fronted cabinets, plate rack, one-and-a half gas and electric cooker, stainless steel bowl and combination boiler. Stairs rise up to the first floor landing where, there are three bedrooms all with a light and pleasant ambience and fitted wardrobes; two are doubles and one single. The bathroom has a bath and with an overhead aerial shower, vanity wash-hand basin with storage cupboards under and WC.
Outside
The front driveway constructed of marshal style bricks and has space to park two vehicles, leads around to the rear private and sunny courtyard. Surrounded by beautiful cut-stone walls, flower beds, stone seats, outside lighting and water fall feature makes this a great low-maintenance area to enjoy al-fresco dining.
Location
Weymouth, famous for the award-winning golden sandy beaches of the Esplanade and for the imposing Regency buildings that flank the sea front, is the proud host of the 2012 Olympic Sailing events and is approximately 2 miles distance. The state-of-the-art Sailing Academy and the shallow waters of Weymouth Bay make it the ideal location from which to make the most of the water-sports opportunities on offer along the world famous Jurassic coastline. Weymouth’s bustling Marina is home to a fascinating array of sea-faring craft, and the nearby harbour with its working fishing port is well served by fashionable restaurants and bars. Travel to the continent is also on the doorstep with daily Sea Cat crossings to The Channel Islands and St. Malo.
Directions
From our office at 7a Preston Road, turn left, and proceed along Preston Road until you reach Chalbury Roundabout. Straight over at the roundabout and continue straight on till you reach Seven-Acres road, turn left and immediately right, the property can be found on the left-hand side clearly identified by our For Sale board.
• Unique location
• 3 bedrooms
• Low maintenance courtyard
• Newly fitted kitchen
• Excellent condition
Accommodation
Ground Floor
Lobby
Sitting/Dining Room28'3" (8.6m) max x 17'11" (5.46m) max (31ft into recess).
Kitchen12'9" x 5'10" (3.89m x 1.78m).
First Floor
Bedroom One13' x 11'6" (3.96m x 3.5m).
Bedroom Two13'3" x 9'4" max (4.04m x 2.84m max).
Bedroom Three7'6" x 7'4" (2.29m x 2.24m).
Bathroom
Local Authority Weymouth & Portland Borough Council. Council Tax E.
Services Gas central heating. Mains electric & drainage
Important Notice
Domvs and their Clients give notice that: They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary Planning, Building Regulation or other consents, and Domvs have not tested any services, equipment, or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.
Domvs is a member of The Property Ombudsman scheme and subscribe to The Property Ombudsman Code of Practice
For more information about this property, please contact
Domvs, DT3 on 01305 858195 (local rate)
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| Flats | £154,157 | £230 | 1.9 | £195,762 |
Current asking prices in DT3
| Property type | 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | 5 beds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houses |
£104,300 (3) |
£161,662 (53) |
£242,843 (87) |
£388,420 (55) |
£564,681 (16) |
| Flats |
£97,488 (4) |
£195,362 (28) |
£329,983 (3) |
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| All |
£100,407 (7) |
£173,311 (81) |
£245,748 (90) |
£388,420 (55) |
£564,681 (16) |
Current asking rents in DT3
| Property type | 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | 5 beds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houses | - |
£637 pcm (2) |
£898 pcm (3) |
£986 pcm (2) |
- |
| Flats |
£451 pcm (6) |
£693 pcm (1) |
£859 pcm (3) |
- | - |
| All |
£451 pcm (6) |
£656 pcm (3) |
£879 pcm (6) |
£986 pcm (2) |
- |
Fun facts for DT3
| Highest value streets | Zed-Index What is the Zed-Index |
|---|---|
| Abbotsbury | £836,664 |
| Watery Lane | £568,695 |
| Rodden | £561,847 |
| Fleet Road | £560,506 |
| Friar Waddon | £540,297 |
| Highest turnover streets | Turnover What is Turnover? |
|---|---|
| Brentmere Close | 76.9% |
| Eastdown Avenue | 47.6% |
| Robin Close | 40.0% |
| St. Helier Avenue | 36.4% |
| Heron Close | 33.3% |
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Nearby stations and schools
- Upwey (2.0 miles)
- Weymouth (2.6 miles)
- Dorchester South (4.3 miles)
- St Andrew's Church of England Voluntary Aided School, Preston, Weymouth (0.7 miles)
- Westfield Arts College (0.7 miles)
- Bincombe Valley Primary School (1.3 miles)
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R I Fraser in Builder
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