Description
A detached period cottage in need of complete renovation with scope for extension (STPP), with an attached stable/store and gardens and grounds of about 0.80 acres, situated in an idyllic rural location on the edge of East Morden.
The Property - Located in an idyllic rural location, within grounds of about 0.80 acres, this detached period cottage requires comprehensive renovation, whilst providing excellent scope for extension, subject to planning permission. With a current GIA of 891 sq. ft., the property comprises two reception rooms, kitchen, bathroom, and entrance hall on the ground floor, and two bedrooms on the first floor. There is an attached stable/store, which could be incorporated into the living accommodation, subject to any required consent. Constructed mainly of brick with some stone/flint, the property has a clay tiled roof, part of which has been replaced in recent years. The gardens and grounds extend to the east with an area of garden adjoining the cottage, and a small paddock beyond. The property enjoys views over Everetts Wood to the west. There is a useful outbuilding/stable and and brick built former outhouse.
Situation - Located along Godwin's Lane, on the edge of the sought after village of East Morden, the property enjoys a rural location and is surrounded by open countryside and woodland. East Morden village and the Cock and Bottle Inn, is just 0.3 miles, and the larger centres of Wareham (5 miles) and Poole (8.5 miles) are within a short drive and between provide an excellent range of facilities including mainline stations to London Waterloo.
East Morden is well placed for road links via the A35 and the A31/M27/M3, as well as access to the surrounding countryside and the coast.
What3words - ///races.spiking.ushering
Services - Mains electricity. Private drainage*. The property currently has a private water supply however this will be disconnected prior to completion. The buyer will need to connect to a main water supply. Standard and ultrafast broadband and mobile coverage available. Refer to Ofcom's website for more information.
Local Authority - Dorset Council - Council Tax Band D
Agents Notes - *It is presumed that the septic tank does not comply with current regulations and buyers should factor the cost to replace the system into their maximum bid. The property falls within the Greenbelt, the Conservation Area, and is in a SSSI Impact Risk Zone. The property is subject to a 30-year overage clause, triggered by the construction of additional dwellings, with 50% of any uplift in value payable. Refer to the legal pack.
Solicitor - Preston Redman Solicitors
Bournemouth BH1 2EN
01202 292424
