Property description
This attractive and picturesque Grade II Listed property is situated in a Conservation Area in the sought-after Purbeck village of Kingston, opposite the Parish Church and some 300 metres from open country. Dating back to the 18th Century, it is constructed of natural Purbeck stone under a pitched roof covered with stone tiles. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a period property full of charm and potential situated in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck. Honeysuckle Cottage features
GOOD SIZED SITTING ROOM WITH FLAGSTONE FLOORING AND INGLENOOK FIREPLACE
3 BEDROOMS
SUBSTANTIAL DETACHED GARAGE
VIEWS ACROSS THE VALLEY TO CORFE CASTLE FROM THE FRONT GARDEN
SCOPE FOR EXTENSION, subject to planning consent
The village of Kingston lies on high ground approximately 2 miles from Corfe Castle and some 7 miles from the market town of Wareham, the latter having main line rail link to London Waterloo (approx. 2½ hours). Kingston is in the heart of the Isle of Purbeck, close to the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline which includes many secluded picturesque coastal bays, Corfe Castle, the Bird Sanctuary at Arne and the suburb sandy beaches of Studland, Swanage and Shell Bay.
ACCOMMODATION
SITTING ROOM 4.74m x 4.36m (15’6” x 14’3”), East, South & West, attractive inglenook fireplace with original bread oven, shelved arched recess, beamed ceiling, flagstone flooring, window seats.
DINING ROOM 3.66m max x 3.22m (12’ max x 10’6”), East, open fireplace with wooden surround, fitted cupboard.
INNER HALL fitted cupboard, staircase to first floor.
KITCHEN 2.51m x 2.3m (8’2” x 7’6”), West, worktops with cupboards under, stainless steel sink, fridge/freezer, electric oven, door to garden.
BATHROOM 2.48m x 1.9m (8’1” x 6’2”), West, suite comprising bath with shower attachment and curtain, pedestal wash basin, WC, tiled walls, airing cupboard with hot water cylinder.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
BEDROOM 1 4.51m x 2.73m (14’9” x 8’11”), East, storage cupboard with cold water tank.
BEDROOM 2 3.74m x 2.24m (12’3” x 7’4”), West, recessed cupboard.
BEDROOM 3 3.8m x 2.17m (12’5” x 7’1”), East.
OUTSIDE FRONT GARDEN which is lawned with shrubs, stone bench seat. Cottage style REAR GARDEN which is lawned with flower beds and borders, ornamental trees, substantial stone built DETACHED GARAGE 5.44m x 3m (17’10” x 9’10”), circular East facing windows, up-and-over door, scope for enlargement/conversion into art studio, home office or workshop if required (subject to planning consent).
SERVICES Mains water, drainage and electricity.
COUNCIL TAX We have been advised by Purbeck District Council that the property is Band “E” which amounts to £2,125.90 for 2016/2017, although this must be confirmed by your conveyancer prior to exchange of contracts.
VIEWING By appointment only please through the Agents, Corbens, 01929 422284. Please note the post code for this property is BH20 5LH.
Property Features :
- GOOD SIZED SITTING ROOM WITH FLAGSTONE FLOORING AND INGLENOOK FIREPLACE
- 3 BEDROOMS
- SUBSTANTIAL DETACHED GARAGE
- VIEWS ACROSS THE VALLEY TO CORFE CASTLE FROM THE FRONT GARDEN
- SCOPE FOR EXTENSION, subject to planning consent