
Higher Frome Vauchurch, Dorchester, Dorset

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached Bungalow
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Detached bungalow situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac
- Spacious and versatile accommodation
- Three bedrooms
- En suite shower room
- Two reception rooms
- Attractive south-facing garden
- Driveway parking
- No forward chain
Description
The Property - Enjoying a peaceful position within a small cul-de-sac in the sought-after village of Higher Frome Vauchurch, West Mead is a well-presented detached bungalow offering spacious and versatile accommodation, attractive gardens and delightful views across the surrounding Dorset countryside.
The accommodation extends to over 1,100 sq ft and is arranged around a central hallway, creating a practical and well-balanced layout. The sitting room is a bright and comfortable reception room, with patio doors opening onto the garden and framing the views across the rolling countryside. A separate dining room has a charming curved bay window, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the room.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of floor and wall-mounted units, together with an integrated electric oven and hob. A useful utility room provides additional storage. There is also a separate cloakroom for added convenience.
The bungalow offers three bedrooms, all accessed from the main hallway. The principal bedroom is a generous double room with the advantage of an en-suite shower room. Bedrooms two and three provide further flexible accommodation, ideal for guests or those requiring a home office. The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising a vanity wash hand basin with storage beneath, panelled bath and electric shower over.
Outside - The gardens are a particular feature of the property. Predominantly situated to the front of the bungalow, the south-facing garden is attractively landscaped with established hedging, mature shrubs and well-stocked flower borders, creating a colourful and private setting. To the rear is a low-maintenance garden area with two garden sheds, oil tank and space for a greenhouse. A pathway leads to a further area of side garden on the western elevation, where there is a a paved patio.
There is driveway parking for at least two cars (tandem).
Situation - Maiden Newton is a thriving and well-served village offering a good range of local amenities, including a selection of shops, a first school, doctor’s surgery, petrol station with convenience store, public house, village hall and a railway station on the Weymouth/Dorchester to Bath and Bristol Temple Meads line.
The county town of Dorchester lies approximately 8 miles away and provides an extensive range of facilities, including several highly regarded schools, the renowned Dorset County Hospital and mainline rail services to London Waterloo.
The surrounding area offers an excellent choice of sporting and leisure pursuits, with golf available at Dorchester (Came Down), Sherborne and Yeovil. The rolling countryside is interlaced with an abundance of footpaths and bridleways, providing access to Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The stunning Jurassic Coast is just a few miles to the south, renowned for its sandy beaches, dramatic coastal walks and a wide range of water sports.
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Services - Mains water, drainage and electricity.
Oil-fired heating
Broadband -Superfast 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 Innformation - Photos were taken in May 2026.
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Westmead.pdf- 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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Higher Frome Vauchurch, Dorchester, Dorset
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