About this property
Built of Purbeck stone, this attractive detached property is set in Worth Matravers, a picturesque village with stone cottages and a duck pond. It lies a short walk from the popular square and compass pub. This is an ideal base for exploring the Purbeck Hills, with breathtaking walks in every direction. Surrounding coast and countryside are National Trust owned and part of the UNESCO designated World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast. Turning left from the driveway, The coastal path leads to Winspit Quarry (1 mile) or head towards Chapman’s Pool (1.5 miles), Kimmeridge Bay (10 miles) and Lulworth Cove (16 miles). Heading inland, you can explore Lulworth Castle (13.5 miles) or the remains of Corfe Castle (4 miles). This is a fantastic area for nature lovers, with Hartland Moor (6.5 miles) and Studland and Godlingston Heath (7.5 miles) nearby. The Victorian seaside town of Swanage (4.5 miles) is known for its sandy beach, promenade and pier providing diving and water sports. From Studland you can embark on walks to Old Harry Rocks and enjoy the experience of sauna on the beach and cold sea dip after. From here you can travel by ferry to Poole or to Brownsea Island.
A step leads you up into the hallway from the front door where there’s plenty of room to leave coats and boots. On the ground floor, you will find a children’s room down three steps with a stone floor, beanbag seating, trunk with games and double doors to the terrace. You will find two cosy twin bedrooms on the ground floor, one with an en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath and a WC, the other with an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower and WC. Both also have doors leading to the terrace. There’s also a large utility room with a washing machine, coat and boot racks and a table tennis table. Going upstairs, there’s a spacious, light and tastefully decorated lounge which is an ideal space to relax in, with plenty of seating, TV and a dining area. The lounge opens onto a large balcony with outdoor furniture which is perfect for enjoying a morning coffee while admiring views of the Jurassic coast and countryside. Back inside, you will find a stylishly designed kitchen fully equipped with an oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and a charming dining area. Three steps lead up from the lounge to the double bedroom which has an en-suite shower room with shower and WC. Please note, the rooms on the first floor have reduced height in the eaves.
Heading outside, you will find yourself in the large unenclosed mature garden which surrounds the house. There’s a delightful paved and decked enclosed terrace which is perfect for enjoying an al fresco meal and for admiring the breathtaking views. There are miles of walks to enjoy from the doorstep and ample parking available.
Additional information and rules
. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog
- 3 bedrooms – 2 twin rooms (both lower level), 1 king size (upper level)
- 3 bathrooms - 1 en-suite bathroom with walk in shower and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
- Dishwasher, oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine and espresso coffee machine with milk frothing wand (takes ground coffee or Illy ESE pods)
- Smart TV
- Games room with table tennis and utility area
- Unenclosed garden plus enclosed terrace and outdoor furniture
- Off-road parking for up to 4 cars
- Pub 400 metres, shop 2 miles, coast 1 mile
- Travel cot, high chair and potty supplied. Please note there are no stair gates supplied.