A SPECTACULARLY SITUATED INDIVIDUALLY DESIGNED HOUSE WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC SEASCAPE VIEWS old hill house portland, A SPECTACULARLY SITUATED INDIVIDUALLY DESIGNED HOUSE WITH STUNNING PANORAMIC SEASCAPE VIEWS old hill house, old hill, portland, dorset dt5 1lq w Entrance vestibule w reception hall w cloakroom w sitting room w dining room w study w garden room w kitchen/breakfast room w utility space w 4 bedrooms w 2 en suites w shower room w covered balcony w attractive terraced gardens w double garage

Description Old Hill House is a spectacularly situated detached property enjoying breathtaking views over , and the surrounding coastline, including the renowned . The house was built in 1948 for a naval officer’s wife to her own design with attractive and rendered elevations under a tiled roof. The vendors have been at the property since 1970, having purchased the house from the original owner. Old Hill House offers superb accommodation with the majority of the rooms benefiting from the magnificent views. There is oak parquet flooring in the reception hall, dining room and in the sitting which also has an attractive brick fireplace with a Propane gas fire. From two of the bedrooms there are French doors opening on to a covered roof terrace from where the views are particularly stunning. There is oil fired central heating and the attractive windows are double glazed. Situation Old Hill House is located just below the summit of Portland, over 400 feet above sea level. In fact, as one drives over the Causeway and looks up, the house can be clearly seen, the last property on the left. Situated in the middle of the beautiful Coast, on the end of the world-renowned Chesil Beach, the is unique. The protected waters of Portland Harbour and provide wonderful facilities for sailing and , so Portland was the natural choice as the venue for the 2012 Sailing Olympics. The new National Sailing Academy and Yacht Marina are added attractions. Portland is famous for its stone which is easy to carve but exceptionally durable. At the end of the 17th century St Paul’s Cathedral was faced with Portland Stone by Sir and in more recent times it was used in the United Nations building in New York. Portland offers an extensive range of local amenities including shops, public houses as well as the Portland Spa and the Heights Hotel. The island has lovely cliff-top walks as well as with its lighthouse and Pulpit Rock. The neighbouring coastal resort of Weymouth also has extensive amenities including a mainline railway station to (Waterloo).

Accommodation Please see floor plans.

Outside The attractive landscaped gardens extend to the front and side of the property. There are a variety of well-stocked shrub beds and trees. To the side of the house there is a sheltered and secluded sun terrace providing a perfect setting to take in the views. There is a lower terrace laid to lawn. Behind the house is a raised terrace with two timber garden sheds and the oil storage tank. Steps lead down to the double garage which has an electric up-and-over door with power and light connected.

Services Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Please note that the working condition of any of the services or kitchen appliances have not been checked by the agents but at the time of taking particulars we were informed they were all in working order.

Local Authority Weymouth & Portland Borough Council, North Quay, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 8TA. Telephone 01305 838000.

Postcode DT5 1LQ

Directions From Weymouth follow the A354 to Portland and once on the island continue on the A354 driving through . The road then climbs steeply to the summit of the island where a roundabout will be reached, close to the Heights Hotel. Take the first turning left marked Viewing Area and after about 25 metres, as the road bears right, go straight on between chevrons and a sign saying “No Through Road Access Only”. The double garage to Old Hill House will be found at the end of this road with nearby steps leading up to the house itself.

Viewing Strictly by appointment with Savills. Gross Internal Area (approx) = 174.8 sq m / 1881 sq ft (Excluding Veranda / Garden Shed) Garage = 22.5 sq m / 242 sq ft Wooden Workshop = 3 sq m / 32 sq ft Wooden Workshop Total = 200.3 sq m / 2155 sq ft Bedroom 4 2.03 x 1.47 3.79 x 3.03 Dn Bedroom 2 6'8 x 4'10 12'5 x 9'11 4.05 x 3.39 13'3 x 11'1

Garden T Shed

Bedroom 3 Bedroom 1 3.33 x 3.20 4.81 x 3.70 10'11 x 10'6 15'9 x 12'2 Veranda (Not Shown In Actual (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Location / Orientation)

First Floor

Kitchen / Breakfast Room 6.34 x 3.03 Sitting Room 20'10 x 9'11 5.16 x 4.06 16'11 x 13'4 Up B

Garage 4.86 x 4.64 Study 15'11 x 15'3 Dining Room Garden Room 3.33 x 3.32 3.47 x 2.73 5.10 x 2.75 10'11 x 10'11 11'5 x 8'11 16'9 x 9'0

IN (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Ground Floor

Savills Wimborne House, Wimborne, Dorset BH21 1PB. [email protected] Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either 01202 856800 on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, savills.co.uk equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Photographs taken 2015/2016. Brochure by floorplanz.co.uk