3-bedroom house · DT1 1TW
Sold STCReduced £10k (−3.4%) on 17 SepListed 153 days
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About
Situated within a highly sought-after and historic position just moments from the heart of Dorchester town centre, this charming Grade II Listed mid-terrace cottage offers a wonderful blend of character features, versatile living accommodation and convenience.
Offered for sale with no forward chain, the property enjoys close proximity to the picturesque Borough Gardens, a wide range of local amenities, mainline train links and excellent transport connections, making it an ideal home for a variety of purchasers.
The accommodation is arranged over three floors (plus cellar) and retains much of the charm and character expected from a property of this era.
Upon entering, the property welcomes you into a cosy and inviting sitting room featuring characterful details and a warm, homely atmosphere.
To the rear of the property is a spacious kitchen/dining room which provides an excellent social and entertaining space, fitted with a range of units and offering ample room for dining furniture.
The kitchen benefits from direct access to the enclosed walled courtyard garden, creating an attractive indoor-outdoor flow.
Also situated on the ground floor is a useful shower/utility room providing additional practicality with space for appliances and fitted shower facilities.
On the first floor are two well-proportioned bedrooms alongside the family bathroom, fitted with a suite comprising bath, wash hand basin and WC.
Stairs rise again to the second floor where the third bedroom can be found, offering a versatile space ideal as a principal bedroom, guest room, home office or hobby room.
Further enhancing the property is a cellar, providing excellent additional storage space.
Externally, the property enjoys a delightful enclosed walled courtyard garden which offers a private and low-maintenance outdoor seating area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining during the warmer months.
Princes Street is ideally positioned within the county town of Dorchester, renowned for its rich history, Roman heritage and excellent range of amenities.
The property is within walking distance of a variety of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, leisure facilities and highly regarded schools.
Nearby Borough Gardens offers beautifully maintained public gardens, tennis courts and seasonal events throughout the year.
Dorchester also benefits from two mainline railway stations providing links to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads, whilst the stunning Jurassic Coastline is only a short drive away Description This mid terraced Grade ll listed cottage is situated in the heart of Dorchester, close to the Borough Gardens and within a moments walk of shops and amenities in Dorchester Town Centre.
The property offers accommodation including three bedrooms, cellar, kitchen/dining room, utility room/shower room and bathroom and benefits from gas central heating Porch Front aspect wooden door, alarm control panel, composite wooden flooring Entrance Hall Radiator, stairs to first floor landing, composite wooden flooring Reception Room (14' 7'' max.
X 12' 2'' max.
(4.44m x 3.71m)) Front aspect wooden sash window with secondary double glazing, exposed feature wooden beam, feature fireplace, radiator, television point, composite wooden flooring Kitchen (14' 7'' max.
X 13' 0'' max.
(4.44m x 3.96m)) Range of wall and base units with roll top work surface over, space for fridge/freezer, space for electric oven, space and plumbing for dishwasher, part tiled walls, radiator, telephone point, composite wooden flooring, wooden door leading to cellar, wooden door to shower room/utility, rear aspect wooden stable door leading to courtyard, rear aspect wooden window Bathroom White suite comprising fully tiled shower cubicle with electric shower, pedestal wash hand basin with splash back tile, low level W.C., radiator, space and plumbing for washing machine, wall mounted heater, side aspect window First Floor Landing Smoke detector, cupboard housing combi boiler, stairs to second floor, stairs to ground floor Bedroom One (15' 4'' x 12' 2'' (4.67m x 3.71m)) Two front aspect wooden sash windows with secondary glazing, radiator, telephone point, wooden laminate floor Bedroom Two (15' 8'' x 14' 1'' (4.77m x 4.29m)) Front aspect glazed wooden window with secondary glazing, rear aspect double glazed wooden window, inset spot lights, smoke detector, radiator, stairs to first floor landing, exposed wooden floor boards Bedroom Three (9' 3'' x 7' 6'' (2.82m x 2.28m)) Rear aspect double glazed wooden window, inset spot lights, radiator, laminate floor Bathroom Suite comprising low level W.C., wash hand basin inset to storage unit, roll top bath with electric shower over, part tiled walls, radiator, rear aspect double glazed wooden opaque window Cellar (14' 2'' x 11' 4'' (4.31m x 3.45m)) Restricted head height, power and light Courtyard (9' 2'' x 6' 3'' (2.79m x 1.90m)) Enclosed by wall, quarry tile floor Directions From Dorchester From Top O Town roundabout head south down Albert Road, turn immediately left onto Princes Street EPC Rating N/A
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