Detached Residence, Portchester Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8

Roberts are pleased to offer for sale this magnificent detached family residence, situated on Portchester Road in Bournemouth. Built in the early 1900s, the property retains a wealth of original character features behind its attractive red-brick façade, including bay windows to the front and side elevations and a distinctive corner turret. Set back from the road and screened by mature hedging, the house enjoys a sense of privacy and a charming, picture-perfect approach.

The location offers both tranquility and convenience, being tucked away from busier surrounding roads while remaining within easy reach of local amenities and transport links. Bournemouth railway station is approximately a 5–7 minute walk away, providing direct services to London, while additional bus routes are available along nearby Charminster Road and at the Bournemouth Travel Interchange.

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Family-Sized Accommodation
The property is accessed via an entrance porch with a vaulted ceiling, leading through a leaded glazed door into a spacious and characterful entrance hallway. A beautifully preserved leaded glass window and an impressive staircase with detailed carpentry create a striking first impression, while high ceilings throughout enhance the sense of space.

The ground floor offers four reception rooms, providing exceptional flexibility for family living or potential reconfiguration. Whether retained in its current layout or redesigned, the property offers significant scope for personalisation.
At one stage, the property was occupied as two flats (without formal conversion), yet it has retained much of its original character. The main kitchen overlooks the rear garden, complemented by an additional utility kitchen, providing practical functionality. A ground floor cloakroom is accessed from the rear hallway, and a former bathroom is currently utilised as additional utility space.

Upstairs, the first-floor landing features an impressive leaded glass window, echoing the detailing found on the ground floor. The accommodation includes four substantial double bedrooms, along with two smaller single rooms to the rear. These are served by a family bathroom, separate cloakroom, and an additional shower room. The L-shaped landing also provides access to a large loft space via an enlarged hatch.

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Gardens, Driveway and Garage

The front garden is set behind a mature hedgerow and laid to lawn, enhancing both privacy and kerb appeal. A dropped pavement provides access to a driveway offering parking for multiple vehicles, along with access to a detached garage.

A side pathway leads to the rear garden, which is well established with a variety of mature trees, shrubs, and planting, creating a private and secluded environment. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn and features an ornamental pond, along with two recently constructed timber sheds.

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Recently Installed Gas Central Heating System

The property benefits from a recently installed gas central heating system, including a boiler and pressurised hot water cylinder. As the house previously did not have gas central heating, this upgrade represents a significant improvement for future owners.

With its generous proportions, character features, and substantial plot, this property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive family home with excellent potential to enhance and personalise.

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For further information or to arrange a viewing, please contact the sole selling agents, Roberts.