Five Bridgerton-esque properties for sale in Dorset

Set in 1800s London, the period drama is adapted from a series of novels by author Julia Quinn and focuses on the Bridgerton family. 

The drama has sparked not only an interest in period dramas, but also the lavish and incredible Georgian properties featured. 

Tom Parker, consumer expert at Zoopla comments on the Bridgerton effect: “Set in the Regency era, this series is the perfect way to switch off during lockdown. Not only are the costumes and parties full of glamour, but the range of properties that are shown throughout the series really showcases the beauty of the period.

"If you're a fan of Georgian homes, there's plenty of stunning Dorset properties on the market to choose from.

“With everything from Georgian cottages to town-houses on offer, Dorset offers a wide variety of charming homes with period features that are perfect for Bridgerton fans."     

With help from Zoopla, here are five Bridgerton style properties on the market in Dorset.

1) South Walks Road, Dorchester - £625,000

This four-bed semi-detached house is for sale in Dorchester – and is the most viewed Georgian home in Dorset on Zoopla.

Described as a “delightful semi-detached town house” which is “full of character”, the property has light and spacious living areas both inside and out.

The property is based adjacent to the local park and is surrounded by mature walled gardens. There is also parking space for two vehicles and has no forward chain.

Zoopla reports that there have been 918 views in the last 30 days. More information can be found here.

2) The Esplanade, Weymouth - £650,000

This large nine-bed town house offers a stunning view of Weymouth beach and its surroundings.

The Georgian grade II listed freehold guesthouse, which is based near many restaurants, has been renovated by the current owners and would make a great business venture for anyone to continue or large combined family home, subject to change of use.

The accommodation which is spread out over four floors, in brief, comprises a large hallway with access through to the owner’s accommodation and down to the lower ground floor.

The owner’s accommodation contains a large double bedroom, fitted wardrobes, en-suite bathroom, office and lounge.

The guest dining room on the lower floor is a huge room with a bar area, kitchen, utility room and cloakroom. The first floor consists of three double bedrooms pleasantly decorated with pastel colours and high ceilings. The second floor continues the theme with a further two large double bedrooms and a single bedroom and the same again for the third floor.

Zoopla reports that there have been 645 views in the last 30 days. More information can be found here.

3) Upper Street, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum - £425,000

Described by Zoopla as “charming”, this four-bed link-detached house was built circa. 1750 of brick and flint elevations under a thatched roof.

The Grade II listed cottage has an arched front door which opens into the sitting room with original beams, window shutters and large fireplace with a fitted gas-fired stove a door leads off to a lobby area and reception room/bedroom four, which can accommodate a double bed.

From the lobby, steps lead to the kitchen featuring wooden beams, flagstone flooring and wooden fitted floor and wall units and a six-burner range cooker. A door leads to the conservatory which is currently used as a dining room, which is brick-built with a quarry tiled floor and French doors to the garden.

The garden has an area of lawn with a range of mature shrubs and trees and established flower borders, some with box hedging and trellis work among the paths creating separate areas in which to enjoy the evening sun.

Zoopla reports that there have been 592 views in the last 30 days. More information can be found here.

4) Brunswick Terrace, Weymouth - £750,000

This five-bed terraced Georgian townhouse dates from the 1820's with a host of character features typical of its age and type including stripped wood flooring, pine doors, period fireplaces and original ornate coving.

The Grade II listed accommodation is arranged over four floors with the majority of the rooms taking advantage of the stunning sea views. On the ground floor, a welcoming entrance hall with original wood flooring leads into a sitting room and lounge with front aspect bay window and tiled fireplace with gas fire.

There is a spacious open plan kitchen/dining room with a range of creme coloured wall and floor cupboards with granite worksurfaces, built-in electric oven and grill, 5 ring gas hob, integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer.

Outside, there is a small paved garden to the front overlooking the promenade. To the rear, is a paved terrace with steps leading up to a timber decking patio.

Zoopla reports that there have been 413 views in the last 30 days. More information can be found here.

5) Lake Road, Hamworthy, Poole - £775,000

Described as a “magnificent” five-bedroom farmhouse, the property offers a blend of traditional and modern architectural features. Located only a stone’s throw from Poole Harbour and a public slipway for boat launching.

The property is located about 140 metres from Hamworthy harbourside park and harbour beach with its seaside walks, traditional beach huts and café. 

Lake Farm has its origins from the late 16th century; the kitchen is in what was originally a barn, one of 3 that made up the farm and its cottage farmhouse.

The kitchen has traditional thick cob walls front and back and has the original yew beams supporting the ceiling. The Georgian main part of the house was built sometime in the 1800s, with solid brick foundations, which can be inspected from the cellar beneath that part of the house.

The property maintains many of its original features, some of which are the restored window sashes recently refitted with double glazed glass and are complimented with custom made plantation shutters.

Zoopla reports that there have been 227 views in last 30 days. More information can be found here.