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Guide Price£995,000

Upwey, Weymouth, Dorset

Land size
3.27 acres
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • Spacious detached residence set in grounds of 3.27 (1.32 ha) acres
  • Kitchen/breakfast room with separate utility
  • Triple aspect sitting room
  • Principal bedroom with dressing room and en-suite bathroom
  • Double garage & ample parking
  • Mature gardens and woodland
  • Countryside views

Description

A substantial five-bedroom detached residence set in grounds of 3.27 (1.32 ha) acres, with well-established gardens and woodland, situated in the sought after area of Upwey.

The Property - This charming stone and brick-built detached home, under a slate roof boasts generous accommodation. Designed with both comfort and entertaining in mind, the interiors offer a seamless blend of space, light and versatility, ideal for modern family living as well as more formal occasions.

Accommodation - On the ground floor, a welcoming entrance hall with a cloakroom and access to the primary rooms. The sitting room is a generous, welcoming space featuring exposed ceiling beams and a striking brick fireplace with a wood-burning stove, wooden flooring and multiple windows providing plenty of natural light and views of the surrounding greenery. This room offers a comfortable and charming environment for relaxing or entertaining guests. French doors open to the rear patio area.

The dual aspect snug room is a cosy retreat with wooden flooring and exposed beams overhead. It connects to a study, making it perfect for quiet moments or hobbies. The study offers a peaceful environment with natural light from windows on two sides. Its compact size and neutral tones make it ideal for focused work or creative pursuits, with enough space for a desk and seating area.

The kitchen/breakfast room is extensively fitted with an attractive range of wall and floor cupboards with worksurfaces over. There is a range of integrated appliances comprising of full height fridge and freezer, dishwasher, microwave, together with built-in double electric oven, induction hob and extractor hood. The breakfast area comfortably accommodates a large wooden table, ideal for family meals or entertaining, with access to the utility room with fitted units and plumbing for laundry appliances.

To the first floor there are five bedrooms, many of the rooms being dual aspect. The principal bedroom enjoys a dressing room and an en-suite bathroom. The family bathroom features a bath and separate shower. On the upper floor views of the well maintained gardens can be enjoyed.

Outside - To the front of the property the paved courtyard area is a private and intimate outdoor space, enclosed and ideal for alfresco dining, complete with bespoke outdoor wood oven, surrounded by greenery and stone walls, enhancing the tranquil feel.

The double garage with two lots of opening doors onto the driveway, is a substantial space. It features an adjoining utility room and a storeroom, providing excellent additional storage and practical workspace.

The properties rear and front gardens are beautifully maintained, featuring a mix of lawn areas, mature trees, and well-established shrubs and flower beds. I There is a wooden decked seating area, perfect for outdoor dining or relaxing, and an ornamental pond adding a tranquil feature. The garden is private and offers peaceful views over the surrounding countryside, creating an idyllic retreat.

The outbuilding is a detached shed, offering useful storage or workspace away from the main house, set within the grounds.

To the north side lies an enchanting woodland areas with a variety of fruit trees, providing a serene and picturesque setting throughout the seasons. Impressive views over Upwey village and beyond can be enjoyed from the top of the woodland.

Situation - Upwey is a charming conservation village located near beautiful countryside in a Dorset valley, just 3 miles north of Weymouth and 4 miles south of Dorchester.

The village is home to the Upwey Wishing Well and Tea Room, St. Laurence Church, two public houses, and a mainline railway station to London/Waterloo and Bristol (Temple Meads). There is also a frequent bus service on the nearby Dorchester Road.

Within approximately 1 mile, you can find a range of amenities, including a general store at Broadwey, Tesco Express, florist, veterinary clinic, petrol station, and a sports centre at Redlands.

Both Weymouth and Dorchester town centres are easily accessible and offer a wide range of shops, as well as cultural, recreational, and further educational facilities. The area also offers opportunities for sailing and water sports, enjoying sandy beaches, walks along the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline, and exploring the rolling countryside.

Directions - What3words///emerge.riverside.study

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

Broadband-Superfast broadband is available.
Mobile phone coverage- Network coverage is likely both indoors and out depending on network (Information from

Local Authority
Dorset Council Tel:
Council Tax Band G

Material Infomation - Photos taken May 2026.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-07-02

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,666 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£304,281 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £189,584 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
72 C
76 C

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Gas Central Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
Mains

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
Yes
Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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Restrictions
Yes

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Garage
Garden
Garden

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

37 Mbps

Superfast

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School1.6 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    213
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Bincombe Valley Primary School2 milesOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    291
    Type
    Community school
  • Radipole Primary School2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    437
    Type
    Community school
  • St Andrew's Church of England Primary School2.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    225
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Southill Primary School2.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    212
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Wey Valley Academy1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    994
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Thomas Hardye School3.2 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    13 to 18
    Pupils
    2,014
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Dorchester Middle School3.2 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    527
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St Osmund's Church of England Middle School3.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    9 to 13
    Pupils
    714
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Budmouth Academy Weymouth3.8 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,466
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Amenities

Supermarket

Tesco Dorchester Road Express, Upwey0.7 miles
Morrisons Daily Weymouth Littlemore Road, Littlemoor, Dorset1.7 miles
M&S Weymouth BP, Weymouth2 miles

GP surgery

Queens Avenue Surgery3.3 miles

Pharmacy

Rowlands Pharmacy1.7 miles

Hospital

Bmi The Winterbourne Hospital3 miles

Walking trail

South West Coast Path0.7 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Upwey Rail Station1.4 miles

Nearest bus stop

Elwell Street904 metres

Typical drive times

Weymouth11 min · 5.1 miles
Chickerell10 min · 4.3 miles
Dorchester9 min · 5.1 miles
Fortuneswell21 min · 9.4 miles
Salisbury (city)1 hr 5 min · 45 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings, including exact zones and annual chances, any recorded past flooding, plus planning, heritage, nature and ground checks, is in the .

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