2 bed cottage for sale

Lymington Road, Christchurch BH23

A rare chance to secure a distinctive piece of Dorset heritage close to the coastline, in need of modernisation. This impressive Grade II listed former gatehouse, originating from the late 18th century, once marked the formal approach to Highcliffe Castle and the historic estate of Lord Bute. With its classical Georgian proportions, East Lodge stands as a testament to refined Georgian architecture with its columned entrance, and refined exterior, the property offers an abundance of period charm.

This unique property is ideal for those looking for a rewarding refurbishment project. The accommodation, currently in need of completion of the modernisation, offers plenty of scope to tailor the space to individual requirements. The ground floor currently comprises a welcoming portico entrance, sitting room, stairs to the first floor, and a kitchen. Upstairs, the layout offers potential to configure two bedrooms a new bathroom to be installed. To the outside, the lodge benefits from a private, gated entrance with original piers and a driveway with 2 allocated off-road parking spaces.

Today, Highcliffe’s vibrant amenities are conveniently nearby. The property is just moments from the village’s boutique shops, cafés, and popular restaurants, not to mention only a gentle stroll to the stunning Highcliffe beach and scenic cliff-top walks with panoramic sea views.

Travel links are excellent, with Hinton Admiral, New Milton, and Christchurch railway stations all within easy reach, providing swift connections to London and the South Coast. Families will appreciate proximity to well-regarded local schooling, including Highcliffe St Mark Primary School, Highcliffe School, and St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School.

Whether as a characterful home, a unique holiday getaway, or an ideal investment, with great potential to be let on Airbnb, get in contact now.

Traditional Terms & Conditions -
This property is for sale via Online Auction. This is a modern twist on the traditional auction room sale where buyers can bid for the property via an online platform. The auction will run for 3 hours on a set date and time chosen by the vendor of the property. The winning bidder, assuming the reserve is met, is legally bound to exchange on the property and pay a 10% deposit similar to a traditional auction house sale and they will have 28 days to complete, please check the legal paperwork to confirm deposit amount. Upon completion of a successful auction the winning bidder will be required to pay a non-refundable reservation fee of 3.6% inclusive of VAT of the winning bid in addition to the purchase price subject to a minimum fee of £5,940 inclusive of VAT. The auction is powered and carried out by Whoobid and is subject to terms & conditions which will form part of the auction pack which will be available to download for free once produced by the vendors legal representatives. We strongly recommend that you review the legal documents prior to bidding and seek legal advice. Please remember that the reservation fees are payable in addition to the sale price. Fees paid to the auctioneer may be considered as part of the chargeable consideration and may attract stamp duty liability. Bidders will be required to register in order to download the 'legal pack', if you choose to bid on the property, you will be required to complete further identity checks for anti-money laundering purposes and provide card details before you are able to place a bid. Properties may be sold prior to public auction if an offer is accepted by the vendors.

**Guide price - This is an indication of the seller's minimum expectations at auction and is not necessarily the figure the property will achieve but acts as a guide, prices are subject to change prior to the auction.

**Reserve price - Most auctions will be subject to a reserve price, if this figure is not achieved during the auction, then the property will not be sold. In normal circumstances the reserve price should be no more than 10% above the guide price.