Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester, DT1 2ES

A generous detached family home with 4/5 bedrooms, garage, parking and garden, located on a popular road in Dorchester town close to schools and the hospital.

The Property - Situated in the highly sought-after Castle Park area of Dorchester, this detached 1950s family home occupies a generous plot set back from the road.

A thoughtfully designed ground floor extension has created an open-plan living space, with parquet flooring running throughout the principal reception rooms. The snug opens into the dining room, both overlooking the front of the property, the generous sitting room enjoys sliding patio doors leading onto the rear terrace and garden. The kitchen is fitted with timber work surfaces, range of base and wall units, built-in electric oven and gas hob, with space for dishwasher, American-style fridge freezer. A separate utility room provides additional storage, with sink and space for washing machine.

A ground floor room, currently used as a garden room, benefits from an adjoining shower room and could equally serve as a ground floor bedroom with en suite facilities.

On the first floor are four well-proportioned double bedrooms and family bathroom. The principal and second bedrooms both enjoy en suite bathrooms, bedroom three has fitted wardrobes, and bedroom four is currently arranged as a study.

Outside - To the front of the property, is a driveway providing off-road parking for two/three cars, together with an integral single garage with light and power. Internal door gives access to the house.

The rear garden is a delightful space, offering a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion. A paved terrace provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining or relaxing while enjoying the garden, with pathways leading to the far end. The garden is beautifully planted with vibrant, well-stocked flower borders and a selection of small fruit trees and lawn. At the rear, there is a productive vegetable garden, complemented by a timber garden shed conveniently positioned nearby.

Situation - Maiden Castle Road is situated in a much sought after area within the County Town. Dorchester has a number of highly regarded schools, including Prince Of Wales First School, Dorchester Middle School and the renowned Thomas Hardye School all of which are within a short walk of the property. Dorset County Hospital is within easy reach as is the Thomas Hardye Leisure Centre, a modern sports facility with gymnasium, swimming pool and all weather pitches. There is access to country walks including the footpaths to Maiden Castle as well as a supermarket, shopping outlets and petrol station all being within walking distance. The town centre including the vibrant Brewery Square and rail links to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads are within about 1/2 a mile. The town provides a good range of shops, restaurants and facilities. Supermarkets include Waitrose and Lidl.

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Services - All main services are connected. Gas fired central heating.

Broadband - Ultrafast speed available.

Mobile - There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. (

Council Tax Band: E (Dorset Council - )