1 bedroom flat for sale

This apartment is situated on the first floor of a small detached, two storey block, which stands in a superb sheltered position on the Southern slopes of Swanage with direct access from the private gardens to 'The Downs' and only a short distance from Durlston Country Park, the Townsend Nature Reserve and the town. Originally Victorian stables, the property was converted into six individual apartments in the 1950s. The Long House is thought to be of brick construction with external cement rendered elevations under a slate roof.

3 The Long House has the advantage of its own personal entrance and enjoys a pleasant southerly aspect. It offers immaculately presented accommodation with allocated residents parking.

Swanage lies at the Eastern tip of the Isle of Purbeck delightfully situated between the Purbeck Hills. It has a fine, safe, sandy beach, and is an attractive mixture of old stone cottages and more modern properties, all of which blend in well with the peaceful surroundings. To the South is Durlston Country Park renowned for being the gateway to the Jurassic Coast and World Heritage Coastline.

Approached by its own private entrance this stylish first floor apartment enjoys a pleasant southerly aspect and has attractive wooden effect flooring throughout. The living room and kitchen are open plan with the kitchen area fitted with a range of contemporary units, contrasting wooden worktops and integrated electric oven and gas hob. The utility has open units and plumbing for a washing machine.

Living Room 4.38m x 3.96m (14'5" x 13')
Kitchen 3.84m x 1.53m (12'7" x 5')
Utility

The bedroom is a good sized double facing South and has the advantage of a fitted wardrobe with sliding doors. The shower room, with corner shower, and separate WC completes the accommodation.

Bedroom 3.72m max x 2.56m (12'3" max x 8'5")
Shower Room 1.64m x 1.52m (5'5" x 5')
Separate WC

Outside, there are well tended communal grounds, including allocated parking space, which are mostly laid to lawn with shrubs and are surrounded by Purbeck stone walls.

TENURE Shared Freehold. 999 year lease from 1961. Ground Rent of £10pa. Shared maintenance liability approx. £990pa. Long lets and pets at the discretion of the freeholder, holiday lets are not permitted.

SERVICES All mains services connected.

COUNCIL TAX Band A - £1,792.96 for 2025/2026

VIEWING By appointment through the Sole Agents, Corbens,[use Contact Agent Button]. The postcode for this property is BH19 2DQ.

Property Ref PEV2188