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About
An extended 1920's detached house with generous level South facing rear garden in a convenient location in Dorchester town.
The Property This substantial 1920s brick-built property has been thoughtfully renovated throughout, combining a traditional period layout with a contemporary single-storey extension.
The impressive open-plan living and family room features bi-folding doors opening onto the generous south-facing landscaped garden, creating a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
Further improvements include a new air source heat pump system, modern kitchen, updated family bathroom and a versatile utility room with plumbing already in place for a downstairs WC and shower room, if required, or simply as an office space.
The ground floor is centred around the impressive open-plan living and family room, providing generous space for both dining and relaxing.
A tiled floor with underfloor heating, four sets of bi-folding doors and two atrium skylights fill the room with natural light.
The space flows through to the modern fitted kitchen, which features white solid-surface worktops, dark blue cabinetry and integrated appliances including a fridge, freezer and dishwasher, with space for an electric range cooker.
To the front of the property is a versatile sitting room, currently arranged as a fourth bedroom, with built-in storage and a bay window.
A separate utility room houses the air source heat pump and provides space and plumbing for a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer within a cupboard.
With plumbing already installed, the room could readily be adapted to create a downstairs shower room / WC, or alternatively used as a home office.
On the first floor are three bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from a bay window and built-in cupboards & wardrobes.
The recently refitted family bathroom features a modern white suite with a shower over the bath.
Outside The stone flooring in the sitting room continues seamlessly through to the external patio seating area, creating a natural connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces.
The patio benefits from external lighting, electrical points and a water tap.
The majority of the garden is laid to a level lawn, with a gravel pathway to one side leading to a timber-decked seating area, further gravelled area and a timber garden shed at the far end.
A side gate provides access to the front of the property. To the front, there is off-road parking on the driveway for a couple of cars.
Situation Dorchester town centre, located approximately half a mile away, offers a wide range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.
The vibrant Brewery Square development further enhances the town’s appeal, with a variety of popular eateries including Côte Brasserie, Wagamama, Zizzi, Pizza Express, Vivo Lounge, Nando’s, Brewhouse & Kitchen and Costa, alongside fashion retailers, a Premier Inn and an Odeon cinema.
Dorset County Hospital is also close by, together with a number of highly regarded schools.
For commuters, both Dorchester South and Dorchester West stations provide mainline rail services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads respectively.
The town also benefits from excellent sporting facilities including the 1610 Leisure Centre, Dorchester Rugby, Football and Cricket Clubs, as well as tennis and squash at the Dorchester Tennis and Squash Club.
Came Down Golf Club is nearby, while sailing and water sports can be enjoyed at Weymouth and Portland.
The dramatic Jurassic Coastline lies just a few miles to the south, offering beautiful beaches, scenic coastal walks and a wide range of outdoor activities.
Directions What3words///reflector.behalf.link Services Mains gas, water, electric and drainage are connected. Air source heat pump system.
Broadband - Ultrafast speed available Mobile - There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. () Council Tax Band: D (Dorset Council
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About 165, Damers Road, Dorchester
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