24 Peverell Avenue West
Poundbury
Dorchester
DT1 3SU
Springfield, Puncknowle, Dorchester
£485,000 Price guide
4 Bedroom House - Detached
This beautifully presented, Purbeck stone, four/five-bedroom detached home offers spacious and highly versatile family living. Occupying an impressive cul-de-sac position within the highly sought-after Bride Valley village of Puncknowle, the property enjoys sweeping, far-reaching countryside views across the valley to the front and a sunny south-facing garden backing onto open fields at the rear. This exceptional home features a generous reception room, conservatory, a ground-floor w/c, and three bathrooms, including an en-suite to the principal bedroom and a ground-floor shower room serving the versatile fifth bedroom. This privately accessed space is ideal for use as guest accommodation, a home office, or for continued use as a holiday let. Further benefits include a single garage and a private driveway providing ample off-road parking. EPC Rating E.
Situation
Puncknowle is a peaceful, community-driven village tucked inside a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village lifestyle centres around a historic thatched public house, a local church, and an active village hall. The stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coastline and Chesil Beach are just a few miles away at West Bexington, offering immediate access to coastal paths and country walks right from your doorstep. The vibrant market town of Bridport is only 6 miles away, providing an exceptional mix of independent boutiques, supermarkets, and a modern leisure centre. For commuters, the regional hubs of Dorchester and Weymouth are approximately 12 miles away, both providing direct mainline rail infrastructure links to London.
Description
The home welcomes you through a part-glazed door into a porch, with additional access to a w/c, integrated storage, and stairs to the first floor. The generously sized lounge spans the length of the home, with dual-aspect windows showcasing the idyllic valley views. A striking exposed stone fireplace and original parquet flooring create a charming focal point, while double doors enhance the living space by opening into the bright conservatory with direct access to the rear patio.
The modern kitchen/diner features beautiful slate flooring, attractive wall and base units with work surface over, and access to a utility space and garage. Upstairs, the landing provides access to all first-floor accommodation. The principal bedroom enjoys sweeping countryside views and benefits from en-suite shower room. Two further double bedrooms and a versatile single bedroom, ideal as a home office or nursery, are served by a family bathroom comprising a panel-enclosed bath, wash hand basin with vanity unit under, and WC.
The 'Bolt Hole' is a thoughtfully converted, self-contained space accessed via its own external private patio doors. It offers an excellent opportunity for use as a fifth bedroom or studio-style accommodation, making it ideal for multi-generational living. The space also benefits from an en-suite shower room. For the past six years, it has been successfully operated as a lucrative Airbnb, presenting an excellent income-generating opportunity for prospective purchasers.
Outside, the property enjoys a stunning countryside setting. The front garden features a mature lawn and a private driveway with parking for up to four vehicles, while a secure side gate leads to a dedicated garden area for guests. The south-facing rear garden is beautifully presented, backing onto open fields, and features a generous paved terrace, natural stone retaining walls, and steps leading to a well-maintained lawn.
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.
Night Storage and Electric central heating.
Broadband and Mobile
At the time of the listing, standard and superfast broadband are available.
Mobile phone service varies dependent upon your provider.
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Local Authorities
Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
Tel: 01305 211970
Council Tax Band D.
Flood Risk
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Stamp Duty
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Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact
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