3 bed terraced house for sale

Kensington Walk, Dorchester, 2 DT1

A Beautifully Presented Three-Bedroom Home in a Sought-After Dorchester Location

Nestled within the highly desirable Fordington Fields development on the eastern side of Dorchester, Kensington Walk offers well-balanced accommodation, attractive gardens, and a convenient position close to local amenities, schools, countryside walks, and walking distance to the county town centre.

This charming home is ideal for first-time buyers, young families, down-sizers, or investors seeking a property in one of Dorchester's most popular residential locations.

Upon entering the property, a double-glazed front door opens into an entrance porch which in turn leads through to the welcoming entrance hall. The hall provides access to the principal ground floor accommodation and features stairs rising to the first floor, a radiator, mains-powered smoke alarm, useful understairs storage cupboard and a cloakroom fitted with a low-level WC, vanity wash hand basin with chrome mixer tap and extractor fan.

The spacious dual-aspect sitting room enjoys excellent natural light courtesy of a front aspect double glazed window and rear patio doors opening directly onto the garden. This comfortable reception room benefits from coved ceilings, a picture rail, wall-mounted thermostat and radiators, creating an ideal space for both relaxation and entertaining.

Double doors lead through to the kitchen, which is fitted with a range of work surfaces and base units together with a stainless steel single bowl sink and drainer incorporating a chrome swan-neck mixer tap. Additional features include splashback tiling, water softener, space for an electric cooker, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a fridge freezer. A rear aspect window overlooks the garden, whilst a door leads through to the delightful garden room.

The garden room provides additional living space and enjoys multiple double glazed windows together with a side access door leading directly into the rear garden. This versatile room could be utilised as an home office, hobby room or simply a peaceful place to enjoy views of the garden throughout the seasons.

The first-floor landing includes access to the loft space and an airing cupboard housing the wall-mounted Worcester combination boiler.

Bedroom One is a comfortable double bedroom positioned at the rear of the property and benefits from a double glazed window, radiator and built-in wardrobe storage.

Bedroom Two enjoys a front aspect double glazed window, radiator and wardrobe space, whilst Bedroom Three overlooks the rear garden and provides an excellent single bedroom, nursery or home office.

Bedroom Three is positioned to the rear of the property and enjoys a rear aspect double glazed window overlooking the garden, together with a radiator. This room would work well as a child’s bedroom, nursery, dressing room or home office.

The family bathroom is fitted with a panel enclosed bath incorporating a mains-fed shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and low-level WC. The room is complemented by part tiled walls, radiator and a front aspect double glazed window.

Externally, the rear garden has been designed for ease of maintenance and is predominantly laid to paving with attractive shingled flower borders and a hardstanding area suitable for a garden shed. A pedestrian rear access gate provides practical access to the rear of the property and to the parking area.

To the front, the property is approached via a paved pathway bordered by attractive shrubs and flowering plants, creating a welcoming first impression.

Fordington Fields & Dorchester

Fordington Fields is one of Dorchester's most established and popular residential neighbourhoods, offering an excellent balance between town and countryside living. Residents enjoy easy access to a variety of local amenities including convenience stores, supermarkets, healthcare facilities and leisure amenities.

Dorchester itself is the historic county town of Dorset and offers a vibrant mix of independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants and well-known retailers. The town is rich in heritage, with connections to the celebrated author Thomas Hardy and attractions including The Keep Military Museum, Dorset Museum & Art Gallery and the nearby Maiden Castle, one of Europe's largest Iron Age hill forts.

The stunning Jurassic Coast, a unesco World Heritage Site, is only a short drive away, providing access to beautiful beaches, dramatic coastal scenery and countless walking opportunities.

Families are well served by a selection of respected schools in the area, while commuters benefit from excellent transport links. Dorchester's two railway stations offer services to destinations including Weymouth, Bristol and London, whilst the nearby A35 and A37 provide convenient road connections throughout Dorset and beyond.

Directions

From Dorchester town centre proceed east along Bridport Road and continue onto London Road (A35). At the Stinsford Roundabout take the exit signposted towards Weymouth and take the next left turn marked Broadmayne. At the next roundabout turn left and then take the next left opposite the Trumpet Major public house into Fordington Fields. Continue into the development and follow the main road down through the estate. Kensington Walk is on the right hand side. Number 19 will be found set back from the road