3-bedroom detached house · DT1 2DY
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About
Located in the popular and sought after area of Manor Park, this delightful three-bedroom home offers spacious living accommodation comprising of a sizeable, open plan reception room, modern kitchen served by a useful utility room, a family bathroom and the ground floor w/c.
Externally, the property benefits from beautifully landscaped and generously sized gardens to the front and rear, and benefits from a garage and off-road parking for multiple vehicles. EPC rating D.
Situation - Dorchester town is rich in Roman heritage, with sites such as the Dorset County Museum and Maiden Castle offering glimpses into its past.
It is also well known for its literary connections to Thomas Hardy and being set amongst picturesque rural countryside.
Dorchester offers shopping and social facilities with cinemas, museums, leisure centre and weekly market. There are many excellent restaurants, public houses and riverside walks.
Doctor’s, dentist’s surgeries and the Dorset County Hospital are close by.
Brewery Square is set within the heart of Dorchester and is a vibrant area offering further shopping and eating facilities with a central open space hosting several events throughout the year.
There are train links to London Waterloo, Bristol Temple Meads, Weymouth and other coastal towns and villages, and there are regular bus routes to adjoining towns.
The stunning surrounding countryside, and majestic Jurassic Coast, just a short drive away, make it a perfect balance of town and rural living.
Description - On approaching this well-presented home, a sweeping, block paved driveway leads through the front garden, which is mainly laid to lawn and features a variety of mature shrubs and trees.
Upon entering the property, a porch provides an ideal place to decant and store outdoor wear whilst a further leads to the internal hallway where stairs rise to the first floor and there is a useful understairs storage cupboard accessed via the kitchen.
The sitting room is a bright and open space, where a large bay window fills the room with natural light, and a gas fire with a composite surround creates a warm focal point.
This space flows seamlessly into the modern kitchen/diner, which comprises wall and base level units, composite worktops, and integrated appliances, including a Hotpoint oven and grill, a separate six-ring induction hob with extractor hood above, a Whirlpool dishwasher, and an integrated composite sink with mixer tap.
The kitchen further benefits from a built-in larder and additional storage cupboard.
The room is finished with wood-effect flooring, and features French sliding doors that provide access to the garden enhancing the living space and making it ideal for entertaining.
Practicality is also a priority, with a dedicated utility room featuring composite worktops, additional storage and space for a washing machine.
There is direct internal access to the garage and doors leads to the garden and the ground floor WC.
Stairs rise to the first floor, where the landing provides access to all rooms and an additional storage cupboard.
There are two spacious and bright double bedrooms with built-in wardrobes, along with a third bedroom currently serving as a study overlooking the rear garden.
The family bathroom comprises a panel-enclosed bath with a Mira electric overhead shower, a wash hand basin with vanity storage, and a WC.
It is finished with fully tiled walls, a heated towel rail, and vinyl flooring.
Externally, the property is a gardener’s delight, boasting an impressive, beautifully maintained rear garden complete with a vegetable patch, mature floral borders, a summer house, and an electric awning for sunny afternoons.
To the front, the driveway provides off-street parking for up to three vehicles and leads to an integral garage benefiting from power, lighting, and an up and over door.
Local Authorities - Dorset Council County Hall Colliton Park Dorchester Dorset DT1 1XJ Tel: Council Tax Band E.
Please note the council tax band has an improvement indicator on it which means the council tax may be subject to change following improvements made to the property.
Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating. Broadband And Mobile: - At the time of the listing, standard broadband is available.
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Stamp Duty - Stamp duty is likely to be payable on this property dependent upon your circumstance. Please visit the below website to check this.
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