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This beautifully presented, semi-detached home is situated on the edge of the sough after development of Poundbury and is accompanied by a double garage with versatile room above and enclosed low-maintenance garden.
Accommodation includes two reception rooms, modern kitchen with separate utility room, four double bedrooms with an en-suite shower room to the main bedroom a walk-in wardrobe to the second and two-family bathrooms.
EPC rating is tbc. Situation Poundbury is an urban development of the County Town of Dorchester and is King Charles iii’s vision for the development of new communities in the 21st century.
It is designed to be a sustainable development where it is possible to meet a higher proportion of daily needs on foot, rather than relying upon a car.
Within walking distance to the property there are a plethora of amenities including The Duchess of Cornwall Hotel and Restaurant and an ever-growing range of bistros, coffee shops, beauty salons, shops, hairdressers, dentists, medical centre, garden centre and the highly regarded Damers First School.
The Great Field is a short walk away and offers a wonderful open space and play area.
In the Queen Mother Square there is a A Monart luxury spa within the Royal Pavilion, a Waitrose, Brace of Butchers and the Dorset Wine Co, while the Dorset County Hospital is also nearby.
Description A striking turquoise front door creates an inviting entrance against the property's crisp white frontage.
A low, curved wall topped with elegant black iron railings and a hedge defines the front border. This charming approach is completed by a spacious driveway leading directly to the double garage.
The front door opens into the hallway, where access is offered to all ground floor rooms, including the utility room with a W/C and stairs that rise to the first floor.
The well-equipped kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base level units with worksurfaces over.
Integral appliances include a single oven, four-ring gas hob with extractor hood above and is tastefully finished with modern, neutral décor, a door provides access to the outside.
From here, an opening lead through to the dining room where there are two sets of French doors, one providing additional access is into the garden area and the other opening into the sitting room.
The sitting room is an impressive space, spacious in size and features a large bay window allowing plentiful natural light to enter the room, an attractive central wood burner creates a cozy focal point.
Stairs rise to the first floor, where two of the bedrooms and family bathroom are situated.
Both bedrooms located on the first floor are double in size and benefit from a fitted wardrobe, whilst bedroom one further benefits from an en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, W/C and wash hand basin with a fitted vanity unit.
The modern bathroom is tastefully furnished with a panel enclosed bath with shower attachment over, W/C and wash hand basin.
The room is complimented with attractive tiled flooring, part tiled walls and houses a storage cupboard To the second floor, there are two remaining bedrooms and a further family bathroom.
Both bedrooms are good-size rooms with bedroom two featuring a walk-in wardrobe.
The second family bathroom is also furnished with a modern suite comprising a panel enclosed bath with shower attachment, W/C and wash hand basin.
The room is complimented with attractive tiled walls and flooring.
Externally, the home benefits from an impressive and beautifully presented, enclosed rear garden, predominantly laid to lawn, with boarders showcasing a variety of plants and shrubs, creating colour and texture.
An area of patio abuts the home and expands the full length of the property, providing an ideal spot for garden furniture.
Additionally, there is gated access to the front, and a part-glazed door that offers secondary access to the double garage and winding steps lead up to the versatile room located above.
Agents Notes Please note there is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £225 and £315 dependent upon location. Reduced fees are offered for early payment.
For further information on Poundbury including covenants and stipulations, please visit: Flood Risk Enquire for up-to-date details or check the website for the most current rating.
Services Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating. Wood burning stove.
Local Authorities Dorset Council County Hall Colliton Park Dorchester Dorset DT1 1XJ Tel: We are advised that the council tax band is F Broadband And Mobile Service At the time of the listing, standard and ultrafast broadband are available.
Mobile phone service varies dependent upon your provider.
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