Millhams Street, Christchurch, BH23

Welcome Homes are delighted to offer for sale this beautifully presented two double bedroom period mid-terrace cottage located within the heart of the historic market town of Christchurch, BH23. The property benefits from being sympathetically renovated by the current owners since they bought it in 2021 with updates to include a contemporary kitchen and bathroom and quirky character features dating back to the 1850’s and a south westerly facing garden.

On entering the property an inner lobby provides a useful place for coats, shoes etc and leads into the lounge. The lounge has a window to the front elevation, recently installed wood burning stove and Purbeck stone hearth. There is a built in cupboard to the left of stove housing the gas meter. Furthermore there are Power points with USB ports, 3 wall lights and one central ceiling light, new wooden sash double glazed window to front, column radiator, exposed wooden beams and engineered oak wood flooring which continues throughout the majority of the ground floor.

The lounge leads through to the dining area which has exposed wooden beams and original working fireplace. There are open stairs to the first floor and bespoke built in storage cupboards installed under the staircase housing the electric board, lighting and electric sockets with additional storage space. The dining area can easily accommodate a four seater dining table and chairs and has a wall mounted smart thermostat.

The kitchen is a real feature of the property and benefits from a range of units to eye and base levels with integrated under counter AEG freezer and washer/dryer, Liebherr pull out multi draw fridge, full size NEFF dishwasher, stainless steel sink, Slab Tech work surface, concealed bin storage, SIEMENS four ring induction hob with extractor fan above and full size Siemens oven and microwave under, pull out storage and exposed brick walls. There is also a feature traditional bread oven/storage. Sliding double glazed doors gives access out onto the garden and there is the additional benefit of underfloor heating and a conservatory style roof which lets in plenty of light. 

The bathroom has been tastefully modernised and fitted with a bath with shower over, traditional ceramic basin with vanity storage below, low level WC, bespoke recessed shelving and part tiled walls. There is a Victorian style tiled floor with underfloor heating and a further wall mounted chrome heated towel rail.

From the dining room there is staircase which leads you to the two bedrooms upstairs. On the landing at the top of the stairs there  is a Flemish glass window with borrowed light from the second bedroom.

Upstairs the main bedroom is located towards the front of the property with two double glazed sash windows to the front elevation, feature fireplace with a black wrought iron decorative fire surround, power points with USB ports and four wall mounted lights.

The second bedroom is also a double in size with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, four Velux style windows and a further window to the rear elevation looking out over the garden. There is a fitted wardrobe which also houses the Worcester boiler and a further cupboard over the stairs. Also has a lockable door which leads to attic storage.

Outside the picturesque walled garden is southwest facing and predominately laid to paving with raised flower borders and an area laid to lawn with garden shed. There is a garden tap.

This characterful home is conveniently located within easy walking distance of local amenities, including Christchurch Train Station being 0.7 miles away with routes to London Waterloo. The property is also ideally situated within the highly sought-after Twynham Schools catchment. Christchurch is renowned for its fascinating heritage, history and in particular the 11th century Priory Church as well as its wide range of shops and restaurants. Some of the area’s most beautiful beaches and unspoilt coastline are close by with Hengistbury Head, Avon Beach and Mudeford Quay all within 2.5 miles. Viewing comes highly recommended. 

AGENTS NOTE: There are two options for parking. You can purchase a resident’s parking permit which allows you to park on Millham’s Street and Ducking Stool Lane. You are also entitled to purchase a car park permit which includes Christchurch public car parks, including Saxon Square nearby where there are allocated resident spots.

This information has been provided to us by the owners and would need to be verified by yourself if you were interested in obtaining one.

Council Tax Band - C
EPC Rating - D

Additional information:
Tenure: Freehold
No allocated parking
Utilities: Mains Electricity/Gas/Water/Drainage
Broadband: Refer to ofcom website
Mobile Signal: Refer to ofcom website
Flood Risk: For more information refer to gov.uk, check long term flood risk

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