3 bed bungalow for sale

Bradford Peverell, Dorchester, Dorset DT2

Tinkers Den is a spacious three-bedroom detached bungalow on a generous plot in Bradford Peverell, around three miles from Dorchester. It offers 2 reception rooms, a conservatory, fitted kitchen with aga, utility room and bathroom. Mature gardens, countryside views, driveway parking, a garage and potential for loft conversion, subject to consent, complete this appealing village home. Offered with no onward chain.

A sealed unit single-glazed entrance door opens into the entrance porch, with a further door leading into the welcoming main hallway. Doors provide access to the reception rooms, bedrooms, bathroom and utility room.

Main Reception Room: A bright and spacious dual-aspect reception room featuring sealed unit double-glazed windows to the front and side elevations. An attractive open fireplace with stone surround and mantel provides a focal point, complemented by elegant basket-weave parquet flooring.

Dining Room: Enjoying a double-glazed window to the side aspect, this versatile dining space benefits from double doors opening to the sun-room and reception room, together with direct access to the kitchen. Double radiator.

Sun-room: A delightful addition to the home, with a double-glazed window to the side elevation and sliding patio doors opening onto the garden, creating an ideal space to relax and enjoy the outlook.

Kitchen: Overlooking the rear garden through a double-glazed window, the bespoke kitchen was handcrafted by a local craftsman using solid wood and is complemented by cherrywood worktops and tiled splashbacks. Features include an inset stainless-steel sink with double drainer, appliance spaces, an electric cooker point, and a cream two-ring aga incorporating an oven and warming drawer.

Utility / Access to Loft: A practical utility area with a double-glazed window overlooking the garden, together with a double-glazed door providing access to both the garden and garage. Fitted with a range of built-in cupboards, a stainless-steel single-drainer sink, plumbing and space for a washing machine, and access to the loft space.

Bedroom 1: A generous double bedroom enjoying pleasant views over the rear garden and ornamental fishpond through a sealed unit double-glazed window. Fitted wardrobes provide excellent storage, with a radiator positioned beneath the window.

Bedroom 2: A well-proportioned double bedroom with a sealed unit double-glazed window overlooking the sheltered front garden and a radiator.

Bedroom 3: A comfortable single bedroom or ideal home office, featuring a sealed unit double-glazed window to the front aspect and radiator.

Bathroom: Appointed with a white four-piece suite comprising a close-coupled WC, bidet with mixer tap, corner wash hand basin with mixer tap and a corner Jacuzzi bath with mixer tap. The room benefits from fully tiled walls, a heated towel rail and an opaque sealed unit double-glazed window to the rear elevation.

Loft Space: Offering excellent potential for conversion, subject to the necessary consents and building regulations, the loft space already features Velux-style windows and roof timbers arranged to provide useful open space, presenting an opportunity to create additional living accommodation.

Local History:
Set in the picturesque Frome Valley just three miles northwest of Dorchester, Bradford Peverell is a charming Dorset village with a rich history stretching back thousands of years. Recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, the village takes its name from the medieval Peverel family, who held the local manor for centuries. The area is known for its remarkable heritage, including the remains of a 1st-century Roman aqueduct that once supplied water to the Roman town of Durnovaria (Dorchester), as well as nearby prehistoric burial mounds that reveal evidence of settlement long before Roman times.

The Village:
At the heart of the village stands St Mary the Assumption Church, rebuilt in 1850 by acclaimed architect Decimus Burton and notable for its elegant spire and historic stained glass. Bradford Peverell is also the birthplace of Dorset historian John Hutchins, whose landmark work, History and Antiquities of the County of Dorset, remains an invaluable record of the county's past. Today, the village combines its fascinating history with peaceful rural surroundings, offering visitors a quintessential Dorset landscape of river meadows, chalk hills and traditional village character.

Transport:
Situated approximately 3 miles north-west of Dorchester, the county town can be reached in around 10 minutes by car. The coastal resort of Weymouth, along with Bridport, Sherborne and Bournemouth, are all easily accessible, typically within a 20 to 60-minute drive.

The property benefits from convenient access to both Dorchester South and Dorchester West railway stations. Regular services from Dorchester South provide direct connections to London Waterloo, making it an excellent choice for commuters.
Bournemouth Airport is approximately 1 hour away, while Southampton Airport and Exeter Airport can be reached in around 90 minutes.

Front Garden
To the front, the property is approached via a mature garden featuring an array of established shrubs and small trees, with the remainder laid to lawn. Pathways to both sides of the property provide convenient access to the rear garden, while a brick retaining wall forms an attractive front boundary. A driveway provides off-road parking for one vehicle and leads to the garage, which is fitted with an up-and-over door, rear access door and window. The garage benefits from power and lighting and also houses the solar inverter controls for the property's solar panel system. Details of the associated feed-in tariff are currently being confirmed by the owners.

Rear Garden
Enjoying a delightful backdrop of open farmland and far-reaching rural views, the rear garden offers an impressive and productive outdoor space. At the far boundary is a well-established fruit and vegetable garden with fruit cages, a large polytunnel and additional growing areas. The central section is predominantly laid to lawn, complemented by well-stocked flower beds and mature shrubs. Closer to the property, a substantial ornamental pond with specimen fish creates an attractive focal point, while a variety of outdoor seating areas provide excellent spaces for relaxation and entertaining. The garden is further enhanced by several sheds and greenhouses, making it ideal for keen gardeners.