2 bedroom flat for sale

A charming maisonette nestled within an exclusive development for the over 55s, just moments from the historic village of Dorchester. This well-presented first-floor two-bedroom corner property offers elegant, light-filled living spaces and a true sense of independence within a peaceful, community setting.

Approached via its own private front door, there is a spacious central landing, two well-proportioned bedrooms and a shower room. Both offer tranquil views, along with useful loft storage for added practicality.

The impressive double-aspect living/dining room enjoys generous natural light and has a feature fireplace: there is a separate kitchen with serving hatch.

Residents benefit from beautifully maintained communal gardens, designed to be enjoyed without the burden of upkeep, while a nearby garage provides convenient parking or additional storage.

Set within a thoughtfully planned and immaculately kept development, this delightful property offers the perfect balance of privacy, community, and convenience — all within easy reach of Dorchester’s charming village centre and local amenities.

Tenure: Leasehold, a new lease will be created for the purchaser, Service Charge £1,901 per quarter, a proportion of which goes towards a reserve fund for the upkeep of the roof, windows and doors and part of this fund is owned by each property. There is an on-call manager available 24/7. Council Tax Band: D

Accommodation

The property is double-glazed and features Dimplex electric heating. Cognatum Estates maintains, repairs and insures all the buildings, arranges the window cleaning and refuse collection and tends to the gardens and grounds, thereby freeing owners and residents from these responsibilities. There is a personal alarm system in each property and the estate managers are available to provide support. The cost of providing these services is shared equally between all properties. There are no restrictions on owning a property except that one resident must be over 55 years of age.

Front door to Entrance Hall: Double aspect with windows to rear and side, wood style flooring, Dimplex electric heater.

Stairs and stairlift to:

Hall/Landing: Dimplex electric heater, wood-style floor, loft hatch, airing cupboard, large storage cupboard with shelving.

Living Room: A bright and airy room featuring a double aspect with a large window with a window seat overlooking the gardens and a side window, feature fireplace with an electric fire, bookshelves flank the fireplace, 2 Dimplex electric heaters.

Kitchen: Window to the front, range of storage units with worktops and a white sink unit, electric ceramic hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble drier, downlighters, Dimplex electric heater.

Bedroom 1: Double aspect with windows out to the courtyard and side, a range of fitted bedroom furniture, Dimplex electric heater.

Bedroom 2/Study: Window overlooks the garden, wardrobe and a range of cupboards and drawers, worktops, Dimplex electric heater.

Shower Room: Fitted with a white 3-piece suite, part tiled walls, cupboards and worktop, window, Dimplex electric heater, downlighters.

Outside

Garage in Block: 16’ x 9’ with up and over door, power, loft storage.

This attractive development features a stone wall and brick pillars flanking the entrance, a block paved drive runs around the development and is bordered by well-maintained lawns with flower and shrub borders. It also features an attractive brick dovecote.