Winterborne Monkton, Dorchester

A unique three-bedroom detached timber-built bungalow, ideally located within easy reach of Dorchester and the coast. Enjoying fantastic open views over farmland, with rolling hills stretching into the distance.

The Property - This detached, timber-built bungalow occupies an elevated position, offering uninterrupted views over the surrounding fields and farmland. Conveniently located on the southern edge of Dorchester, it provides easy access to both the town centre and the coast at Weymouth, with its charming harbour and sandy beach.

Accommodation - Well presented throughout, the property is light and spacious, offering well-proportioned accommodation. Steps rise to a charming Veranda with the front door leading into the entrance hall which has a built in shoe cupboard and ample hanging space for hats and coats. This opens into the spacious dining room, with wood burner and tiled hearth. There is a wooden panelled divide between this room and the kitchen which is fitted with solid wood cupboards and work surfaces. There is a triple sink and drainer with a Kinetico water softener and space and plumbing for a dishwasher. A range style electric oven is fitted into the chimney breast and there is space for a fridge freezer.

Off the kitchen is the utility room with an oil fired boiler and shelves above for laundry storage, plumbing for a washing machine and space for tumble dryer and freezer. Shelves and worktop provide additional storage.

The sitting room is generously sized and enjoys a triple aspect allowing in plenty of natural light with views of the garden. It has a brick fireplace, a tiled hearth and wood burner with TV aerial on one side and fitted bookshelves on the other.

A door from the dining room leads into a wood panelled hallway with storage cupboard and doors off to the bathroom and three bedrooms. The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising a shower bath, WC and wash basin. There are three built in wooden cupboards for storage.

The master bedroom features a walk in wardrobe with hanging rails and shelving, a further cupboard with mirrored sliding doors and an en suite with white corner shower cubicle, WC and washbasin with cupboard under. The room enjoys views of the water meadows and surrounding countryside.

Bedroom two has a large built in wardrobe and views over the countryside. Bedroom three overlooks the paved courtyard and garden and has a TV point. It could also be used as an office.

The property also benefits from a large, detached, brick-built garage (see plan). While in need of some improvement, it offers excellent potential for conversion (subject to planning permission) or use as a workshop/store. Planning permission was granted in 2019 for the addition of a first floor above the garage, and outline planning permission for the development of two dwellings on the site was previously granted in 1997—further highlighting the site’s development potential.

Additional features include double glazing, oil-fired central heating, and a covered veranda at the front of the property— a wonderful vantage point to sit and enjoy the view beautiful views.

Outside - To the rear of the property, a generously sized patio adjoins the house, bordered by an attractive stone wall and timber sleepers. Steps lead up to a raised lawn, home to a variety of mature trees, including a large fig tree, as well as a highly productive fruit cage. The garden also features mature shrubs and a well-maintained vegetable patch. At the top of the garden, there is a new 8’x4’ timber shed, with a second 6’x4’ shed located near the vegetable garden.

To the front, the garden is laid with paving, complemented by planted borders and established hedging. There is also access to additional storage space beneath the property.

Situation - The Summerhouse is located in a small hamlet on the southern edge of Dorchester, with convenient access from the main A354 to Weymouth or via Winterborne Herringston, which lies just a short distance from the Manor Park area of town. The nearby village of Winterborne Monkton is home to the parish church of St Simon & St Jude and is situated close to the historic Maiden Castle hillfort, located to the northwest.

Dorchester, the county town, offers a comprehensive range of shopping and leisure facilities, including a leisure centre, library, restaurants, cafés, bars, and cinemas—particularly within the vibrant Brewery Square development.

The property falls within the catchment area for several highly regarded schools. The town also boasts a variety of sports clubs, including cricket, rugby, football, tennis, and golf, as well as an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways through the surrounding countryside.

Dorchester South and Dorchester West railway stations provide direct services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads, respectively. The nearby A35 offers excellent road links to Poole, Bournemouth, and the cross-channel ferry terminal at Poole.

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Services - Mains water and electricity are connected. Oil heating.
Privately owned sceptic tank.

Broadband - Ultrafast speed available
Mobile - Likely to have outdoor coverage, with limited or variable coverage indoors (

Council Tax Band: D (Dorset Council - )

Material Information - Please note that this property is of timber construction and is unlikely to be considered suitable for mortgage lending. As such, interest from cash buyers is invited.