4 bed detached house for sale

Preston Road, Preston DT3

Occupying a highly sought-after position on Preston Road, this attractive and individual four-bedroom detached house offers well-presented and generously proportioned accommodation arranged over two floors. Ideally located just moments from a range of local amenities and only a short walk to the beach at Overcombe, the property blends comfort, convenience, and coastal living.

Full Description

Accommodation

A wide and welcoming entrance hall sets the tone for the home, offering a sense of space and flow as it leads to the principal living areas. The sitting room is a bright and comfortable space, enjoying a dual aspect with an inviting bay window. A stylish stone fireplace with inset gas fire adds a warm focal point, creating an inviting atmosphere for everyday living or entertaining. To the rear, a separate dining room provides a more formal space for dining and family gatherings. This room connects directly to a study/home office, perfect for remote working or hobbies, and also benefits from French doors that open into a light-filled conservatory/sun room with tiled flooring and access to the rear garden — ideal for relaxing while enjoying views of the outdoors.

The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of wall and base units, complemented by ample worktop space and tiled surrounds. Appliances include a built-in double gas oven, four-ring hob, integrated dishwasher, and inset ceramic sink. A side door provides internal access to the garage, which in turn offers practical storage and a utility station with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, with further access to the garden. The recently installed boiler is housed in the garage.

Returning to the hallway, a few steps lead to the cloakroom with side aspect window, low level WC and wash hand basin, there is also plenty of space for coats and shoes. A turning staircase leads to a light-filled first floor landing, complete with loft access via a pull-down ladder. The loft space is fitted with electric lighting, providing useful additional storage. A built-in cloaks cupboard offers further storage on the airy landing.

The property features four bedrooms, three of which are spacious double rooms. Bedroom four is a generous single and offers views over the rear garden. Bedroom three is a double room with wash hand basin and also offers views over the rear garden. This room benefits from a generous storage cupboard that merges into the eaves with more storage. Bedroom two is light and airy with dual aspect windows including an inviting bay window with far-reaching views across Weymouth Bay, towards The Nothe Fort and Lodmoor Nature Reserve. The master bedroom also boasts elevated views over Lodmoor Nature Reserve, perfect for watching the sun set. The spacious master suite offers a generous sized en-suite shower room with low level WC, generous sized walk-in shower unit and hand wash basin.

The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite, including both a panelled bath and a separate shower cubicle, offering flexibility for family needs. The room has a hand wash basin and a double door airing cupboard with folding and hanging space.

Outside

The property sits proudly within its plot, with a spacious driveway to the front offering ample parking for several vehicles, and leading to the attached single garage fitted with power and lighting, a gas-fired boiler, and plumbing within the well designed utility space. A side access door leads to the rear garden.

The front garden is attractively laid to lawn, with a spacious paved terrace creating a lovely welcome with pathway leading to the main entrance.

At the rear, the garden is a particular highlight — extensive, private, and thoughtfully landscaped. Immediately behind the house is a paved terrace, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Steps lead up to wide lawns, bordered and dotted with a variety of mature trees, shrubs, and planting, providing a peaceful and private environment. An elevation seating area can be found further up the garden, with views across the extensive garden and over to the attractive rear of the property. A timber garden shed offers additional external storage.

Location

The property is located within the prestigious location of Preston. Preston represents one of the most sought-after residential areas of Weymouth and is well served by local amenities at nearby Chalbury Corner with its delicatessen, pharmacy and doctors’ surgery. Closer at hand is the local florist, post office and convenience store on the corner of Preston Beach Road which is a short stroll away. There are well-regarded cafes on the beach edge at Overcombe in addition to beautiful walks at the nearby Nature Reserve and Jurassic coastal paths.

Rating Authority Dorset (Weymouth & Portland) Council. Council Tax Band F. Services Gas central heating. Mains electric & drainage.

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