
Harewood Road, Poundbury, Dorchester

- PROPERTY TYPE
Cottage
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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Freehold
Description
Situation - Poundbury is designed to be a sustainable development where it is possible to meet a higher proportion of daily needs on foot. Within walking distance to the property there is a plethora of amenities including Waitrose, The Duchess of Cornwall Hotel and Restaurant and an ever-growing range of bistros, coffee shops, beauty salons, shops, hairdressers, dentists, medical centre, and garden centre. The Great Field is a short walk away and offers a wonderful open space. A Monart luxury spa is situated within the Royal Pavilion, Queen Mother Square and the Dorset County Hospital is also nearby. Dorchester, is rich in Roman heritage, with sites like 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 set amongst beautiful 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. There are train links to London Waterloo, Bristol Temple Meads, and regular bus routes to adjoining towns. 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.
Description - A well-presented frontage introduces this lovely home, where a step takes you to a part-glazed door tucked beneath a storm porch. An attractively planted border features a selection of mature shrubs, while a climbing wisteria adds a beautiful cascade of colour and texture. Upon entering, a welcoming hallway provides access to the primary rooms and the ground floor WC. The dual-aspect lounge is a welcoming space, instantly drawing your attention with white oak wood-effect flooring. A feature coal-effect gas fire adds a cosy feel to the room, and French doors open directly out to the rear garden, effortlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Adjacent is the dual-aspect kitchen/dining room, a well-equipped space fitted with a range of wall and base level units with oak worksurfaces and a matching upstand over housing integrated appliances, including a double sink with mixer tap, Samsung fridge freezer and dishwasher, alongside a combi microwave/ fan oven, and a split-level oven with a fan or conventional option. The home also benefits from a water softener, discreetly tucked away beneath the sink. Directly adjoining the kitchen is a highly functional separate utility room, which provides dedicated plumbing and space for a washing machine, as well as practical rear access to the garden.
Ascending to the first floor, you will find the well-proportioned bedrooms and bathrooms. The principal bedroom is a generous double room boasting its own private en-suite shower room. The second bedroom is another good-sized double room, filled with natural light from its front-aspect window. The third bedroom is a charming smaller room with a rear-aspect outlook, perfect for use as a child's bedroom or a home office. Serving these bedrooms is a modern family bathroom fitted with a suite comprising a wash hand basin, a low-level WC, and a panel-enclosed bath with a shower attachment over. The room is finished with part-tiled walls and laminate flooring.
Externally, the rear garden has areas of patio and shingle, designed with low maintenance and relaxation in mind. A useful summerhouse completes the garden and is equipped with electrical power. To the rear, a door provides direct access into the substantial double garage, which also features full power, lighting, and an EV charging point.
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
Local Authorities - Local Authorities:
Dorset Council
County Hall, Colliton Park
Dorchester
DT1 1XJ
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The council tax band is D.
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Harewood Road, Poundbury, DorchesterBrochure- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: D
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Harewood Road, Poundbury, Dorchester
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