Orchard Street, Dorchester

A charming and characterful period home ideally situated in the heart of Dorchester town centre, within a designated conservation area. Offering versatile accommodation arranged over four floors, the property combines a wealth of original features with practical modern living, including a spacious dual-aspect living/dining room, two double bedrooms, a loft room, two bathrooms and a well-equipped kitchen. Outside, the enclosed rear garden is predominantly paved with attractive planted borders, flowers and shrubs, providing a pleasant space for relaxing and entertaining. An excellent opportunity for those seeking a characterful home within easy reach of Dorchester’s shops, amenities and town centre. EPC rating TBC.

Situation - The county town of Dorchester is steeped in history enjoying a central position along the Jurassic Coastline and also some of the county's most noted period architecture, all set amongst a beautiful rural countryside. Dorchester offers a plethora of shopping and social facilities. Two cinemas, several museums, History centre, leisure centre, weekly market, many excellent restaurants and public houses and riverside walks. The catchment schools are highly rated and very popular with those in and around the Dorchester area. Doctor’s, dentist surgeries and the Dorset County Hospital are close by. There are major train links to London Waterloo, Bristol Temple Meads and Weymouth and other coastal towns and villages, and a regular bus routes to adjoining towns.

Description - A traditional wooden door opens into the porchway, leading through to the welcoming entrance hall with stairs rising to the upper floors. There is a spacious dual-aspect living/dining room provides a wonderful heart to the home, featuring exposed wooden flooring, plenty of natural light and a charming feature fireplace housing a wood-burning stove.
Stairs descend to the lower ground floor to the kitchen, which is fitted with an integral Beko double oven, four-ring Hotpoint hob, ceramic sink and drainer, with space for a dishwasher and fridge freezer. A further fireplace houses a multi-fuel burner, adding character and warmth, while laminate flooring completes the room.
There is also a family bathroom, which is spacious and well-appointed with a panel-enclosed bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail. There is also a useful utility area with plumbing and space for a washing machine, worktop with sink and drainer, and a range of additional storage cupboards. A door provides access to the enclosed rear garden.
Returning to the upper floors, the first floor provides two good sized double bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from a fitted storage cupboard and dressing table, while bedroom two features a fitted wardrobe and further storage.
The landing is particularly versatile, opening into a useful office area with fitted desk and cupboard housing the boiler, together with a separate airing cupboard. Dual-aspect windows flood the area with natural light. A separate shower room comprises a shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC.
The accommodation continues to the loft room.
Outside, the property enjoys an enclosed rear garden, predominantly laid to patio, providing an excellent space for outdoor seating and entertaining. The garden is complemented by a selection of planted flowers, established shrubs and other planting, adding colour and interest while retaining a practical and relatively low-maintenance outdoor space.

Local Authorities - Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
DT1 1XJ

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Council tax band B.

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Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.
Gas fired central heating.

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