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Guide price

£400,000

3 bed cottage for sale
Lorton Lane, Weymouth DT3

    • 3 beds

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: F

  • Freehold

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About this property

  • Delightfully Set In the Lorton Meadow Nature Reserve

  • Incredibly Rare Opportunity To Purchase In This Location

  • Quiet Secluded Location Yet Close to Weymouth Harbour, Beach & Town Centre

  • Large Plot

  • Three Bedroom Cottage

  • Requiring Modernisation

  • Space To Extend Subject to Planning Permission

Uniquely situated within Lorton Meadows Nature Reserve and surrounded by nature is this three bedroom semi detached stone cottage that is ready for a program of updating throughout. Accessed from an unadopted track the plot is believed to be around 0.75 acres (we have been unable to clarify the size) with thick vegetation to the side and rear offers a high degree of privacy . Offering a new owner the opportunity to create a home in this peaceful location yet within four miles of Weymouth Town Centre, The Esplanade and picturesque Harbour Area.

Porch

Hall

Lounge (6.56 x 4.84 (21'6" x 15'10"))

Irregular shape, fireplace

Kitchen (4.00 x 1.92 (13'1" x 6'3"))

Requires updating

Bathroom

Bath wash hand basin & WC

Landing

Bedroom 1 (4.32 x 2.85 (14'2" x 9'4"))

Bedroom 2 (3.76 x 3.25 (12'4" x 10'7" ))

Irregular shape

Bedroom 3 (3.27 x 2.83 (10'8" x 9'3"))

Parking

Accessed off an unmade track leading to ample space for off road parking and a turning area. Space for garaging subject to planning permission

Outside

The plot is believed to be in the region of 0.75 acres but due to the overgrown nature we have been unable to measure. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to the plot size
The plot surrounds the house on three sides, the garden area is mainly laid to lawn the remainder has been left to nature with a mixture of mature trees and undergrowth

Lorton Meadows Nature Reserve

The property is situated within the Lorton Meadow Nature Reserve which is managed by Dorset Wildlife Trust

Council Tax

Band C with Dorset Council

Utility Supplies

Mains electricity and water connected, gas is from a lpg tank in the garden and drainage is to a septic tank in the neighbours garden (Any costs are split)

Flood Risk

Very low risk from rivers & sea, low risk from surface water

Phone And Broadband Signal Strength And Coverage

O2 & Vodafone are strong signal, 3 is average & EE is poor signal
TV, Sky & BT are available Virgin in not available
Broadband estimated standard 12 mbps superfast 35 mbps ultrafast is not yet available

Construction

Traditionally Built with Stone elevations under a pitched roof, believed to of been built between 1835 & 1840

Legal Disclaimer

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of
representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. All measurements are approximate. Any details including (but not limited to): Lease details, service charges, ground rents & covenant information are provided by the vendor and you should consult with your legal advisor/ satisfy yourself before proceeding. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

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  • Tenure

    Freehold

  • Council tax band

    C

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