The Captain's House

The Captain's House is a Grade II listed building in Fortuneswell that blends architectural styles from different periods and stands at the bottom of Mallams. The structure overlooks the surrounding Portland landscape from its position within the town.

The building's oldest sections date to the 17th century, and it received Grade II listing protection in 1978. The structure fell into disrepair during the 1800s but underwent full restoration in the late 1990s.

The house reflects Portland's maritime heritage, where ship captains and their families made their homes near the water. You can see this seafaring past reflected in the building's design and its location within the town.

The exterior of this building can be viewed from the street, but the interior is not open to visitors since it remains a private residence. You can best appreciate the architecture by walking past it during a stroll through Fortuneswell.

After the death of a notable resident in 1866, the house slowly fell into ruins and remained abandoned for many years. A major restoration project from 1995 to 1998 brought it back to its current condition.

Location: Portland

GPS coordinates: 50.55967,-2.44571

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:14