Summary - 15 BACK STREET PORTESHAM WEYMOUTH DT3 4EZ
3 bed 2 bath Detached
Historic three-bedroom cottage with large gardens backing onto open countryside..
- Grade II listed thatched stone cottage dating from 1657
A rare Grade II listed thatched cottage tucked into Portesham’s tranquil village lane, this mid-17th-century home sits on a large plot backing directly onto open countryside. The house combines traditional stone walls and exposed beams with generously proportioned rooms: a double-aspect sitting room with wood-burning stove, a triple-aspect kitchen/diner with central island, and three double bedrooms with attractive rural views. Beautifully landscaped terraces, a greenhouse, summerhouse and a studio/outbuilding provide versatile outdoor and workspaces.
This property will suit buyers seeking character, privacy and easy access to the Jurassic Coast. Practical features include an attached garage with power, multiple outbuildings (all electrified) and oil-fired central heating with underfloor heating to the ground floor. The large, sheltered garden and pergola offer excellent outdoor living and vegetable-growing potential.
Important practical considerations: the cottage is Grade II listed and lies within a conservation area, which will restrict alterations and may complicate planning and repairs. Heating runs on oil (private supply) and broadband speeds are slow in the area — factors to weigh if you work from home. Council tax is above average. The property is offered chain free but its listed status means maintenance and specialist repair costs are more likely than for a modern house.
Overall, this is an appealing family cottage with considerable period charm and generous garden/outbuilding space for hobbies, home working or small-scale income uses. Buyers wanting to preserve historic features while improving services (broadband, heating) will find strong potential here, provided they accept listing constraints and running costs.
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