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Back Lane, Frome Vauchurch, Dorchester

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Beautifully presented detached village home
  • Backing directly onto open fields
  • Three double bedrooms
  • Two en suites and ground floor shower room
  • Two reception rooms
  • Beautifully landscaped gardens
  • Far-reaching countryside views
  • Driveway parking

Description

Backing directly onto open fields, this beautifully presented three-bedroom detached home enjoys stunning landscaped gardens and far-reaching views across the rolling Dorset countryside.

The Property - Occupying a delightful position on the edge of this sought-after rural village, with uninterrupted views across open countryside, this beautifully presented detached home enjoys an enviable setting backing directly onto rolling fields and the glorious Dorset landscape beyond. Thoughtfully improved and meticulously maintained by the current owners, the property combines generous proportions with well presented interiors, creating a wonderful home.

Approached via a quiet country lane, the house immediately conveys a sense of privacy and tranquillity. Internally, the accommodation has been arranged with an emphasis on light, space and connectivity to the surrounding landscape.

The reception hall provides a welcoming introduction to the property, with a central staircase rising to the first floor. To one side lies the sitting room, a wonderfully proportioned space with a bay window and an attractive outlook across the gardens and countryside beyond.

Undoubtedly the heart of the home is the impressive kitchen/dining room, an open-plan space extending to over 25 feet in length. Beautifully appointed with a comprehensive range of fitted units and generous work surfaces, the kitchen has been designed with both practicality and style in mind. Sliding doors frame views of the garden and countryside beyond. A useful utility room is positioned adjacent to the kitchen, providing valuable ancillary space and additional storage.

Completing the ground floor accommodation is a versatile third bedroom, which could equally serve as a home office, snug or playroom depending upon individual requirements, together with a modern shower room.

The first floor is equally impressive. A spacious landing leads to two generous double bedrooms, both enjoying delightful far-reaching views across the neighbouring fields and rolling countryside. The principal bedroom benefits from an adjoining dressing room. Both bedrooms are served by en suites.

Outside - The gardens are undoubtedly among the property's most captivating features and have been beautifully landscaped to create a series of attractive outdoor spaces that blend seamlessly with the surrounding countryside. Lovingly cultivated and immaculately maintained, they offer an exceptional setting.

Immediately adjoining the house, a generous terrace provides the perfect space for outdoor dining and entertaining, enjoying an elevated position from which to admire the gardens and the far-reaching views beyond. Stone pathways lead through the well-kept lawn, framed by neatly clipped box hedging, colourful herbaceous borders and an abundance of established planting.

A charming rose-clad arbour forms a focal point within the garden, drawing the eye towards the views beyond. Throughout the seasons, the borders provide an ever-changing display of colour and texture, while carefully positioned seating areas invite quiet enjoyment of the surroundings. The gardens have been thoughtfully designed to maximise both privacy and outlook.

Backing directly onto open fields, the setting is particularly special. From sunrise to sunset, the outlook encompasses rolling green hills, patchwork farmland and the unspoilt Dorset countryside stretching into the distance.

Situation - Frome Vauchurch sits on the edge of Maiden Newton, a bustling village well served by local facilities and includes a selection of shops, primary school, doctor’s surgery, petrol station/store, public house and railway station on the Dorchester/Bristol line.

The picturesque town of Beaminster, with its historic square and range of shops, including boutiques, is located approximately 7 miles to the west. Both the county town of Dorchester and Bridport are within about 10 miles, with Dorchester offering the Dorset County Hospital and mainline rail services to London Waterloo.

The area is also renowned for its excellent schools, and there are many footpaths and bridleways across the beautiful surrounding countryside. The Jurassic Coastline is a few miles to the south with some sandy beaches, outstanding coastal walks and the opportunity to enjoy a number of water sports activities.

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Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.
Oil central heating 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 - )

Material Information - Photos were taken in May 2026.

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Band: D
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Driveway
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
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Affordability

Monthly repayments£2,984
Property: £ 595,000
Deposit: £ 59,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Symonds & Sampson, Dorchester

9 Weymouth Avenue Brewery Square, Dorchester DT1 1QR
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Exciting News!! Symonds & Sampson LLP is delighted to have been recognised as one of the top 2% of Estate Agents and Letting Agents in the UK, and now features in the Best Estate Agent Guide 2026 – the most comprehensive review of UK agencies. The firm has been awarded the highest prize, Double Gold, for Sales and Lettings across all eleven agency offices. This puts us firmly in the top 2% of agencies across the UK!

Residential Estate Agents You Can Trust

Symonds & Sampson has been providing a comprehensive range of property services to clients across Dorset, Devon, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire and Cornwall since 1858.

Proudly independent to this day, our reputation is built on trust and integrity, and our forward-thinking experts are committed to providing a high-quality agency service from start to finish. Your home is probably the most significant investment you will ever make, and you can trust our knowledgeable agents to guide you through the process, ensuring a smooth and rewarding experience.

• 17 regional offices

• Over 90 qualified professionals

• The London Office

• Extensive register of applicants actively searching for property

• Over 250,000 average monthly website views

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We are one of the few firms in the area that can offer the sale of property by private treaty, auction and tender, and we are proud of our thriving letting and property management department.

Furthermore, as a multidisciplinary firm, we can leverage the extensive knowledge of our in-house valuers, surveyors, and planners to provide the advice and support you need for buying, selling, or managing your residential, rural, and commercial properties.

We look forward to helping you.

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