1 bedroom retirement property for sale

OFFERED WITH NO FORWARD CHAIN, and situated in an area of outstanding beauty, this spacious one bedroom, second floor apartment is superbly situated in the heart of Poundbury, close to Queen Mother Square. The apartment, is part of a prestigious McCarthy Stone development, an assisted living community designed exclusively for those aged 70 and over. Further accommodation includes a bright front-aspect lounge, a fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, a modern shower room, and a spacious double bedroom with fitted wardrobe. EPC rating B.

Situation - Poundbury is King Charles III’s vision of the development of new communities in the 21st century. It is designed to be a sustainable development where it is possible to meet a higher proportion of daily needs on foot. Within walking distance to the property there is a plethora of amenities including Waitrose, The Duchess of Cornwall Hotel and Restaurant and an ever-growing range of bistros, coffee shops, beauty salons, shops, hairdressers, dentists, medical centre, and garden centre. The Great Field is a short walk away and offers a wonderful open space. A Monart luxury spa is situated within the Royal Pavilion, Queen Mother Square and the Dorset County Hospital is also nearby.
Dorchester, is rich in Roman heritage, with sites like the Dorset County Museum and Maiden Castle offering glimpses into its past. It is also well known for its literary connections to Thomas Hardy and set amongst beautiful rural countryside. Dorchester offers shopping and social facilities with cinemas, museums, leisure centre and weekly market. There are many excellent restaurants, public houses and riverside walks. There are train links to London Waterloo, Bristol Temple Meads, and regular bus routes to adjoining towns. Brewery Square is set within the heart of Dorchester and is a vibrant area offering further shopping and eating facilities with a central open space hosting several events throughout the year.

Bowes Lyon - Constructed in 2016, Bowes Lyon Court is a Retirement Living Plus development, exclusively for those aged over 70. There is an on-site team and an Estates Manager 24/7 providing residents with assistance and care where required, in their own home. There are fabulous social spaces such as a homeowners’ lounge, a table service restaurant serving a varied three course daily lunch, café area, billiards room, library, orangery, function room as well as a salon and guest suite where visiting family and friends can be accommodated for a small charge. Furthermore social events organised include coffee mornings; art group; fitness classes; film night; games and quiz night;, seasonal and themed events and occasional organised trips for those who wish to take part.

Apartment - Access to the property is via a secure entry phone system, with the apartment located on the second floor. The front door opens into a welcoming hallway, which provides access to the bathroom, living room, bedroom, and a generously sized storage cupboard. The property is neatly presented and well decorated throughout, with both the entry phone system and emergency pull cord conveniently positioned, offering added peace of mind and security.

Living Room - The living room is fully carpeted and features a front-aspect, electronically controlled window that allows an abundance of natural light to fill the space, making it an ideal spot for a reading nook. The room also offers ample space for both lounge and dining furniture.

Kitchen - The kitchen is comprised of wall and base level units with wood effect worksurface over and matching upstand. The room is well equipped with a range of appliances including a slimline Indesit dishwasher, NEFF hob and oven, and an integrated microwave. Wood effect laminate flooring finish the space and a large, front aspect window allows in plentiful natural light.

Shower Room - The shower room comprises a well-proportioned walk-in overhead shower with an additional handheld shower attachment, complete with curtain rail and handle bar, a W/C and a hand wash basin with built-in vanity storage beneath. The room is finished with a heated towel rail, extractor fan, part tiled walls and wet room flooring.

Bedroom - Bedroom One is a well-proportioned double room with a front-aspect window and a double fitted wardrobe with mirrored doors, maximising the bright and airy feel while providing both comfort and storage. The room is fitted with an emergency pull cord and is finished with carpet and decorated in neutral tones.

Agents Notes - There is an monthly service charge of £853.41. This includes One hour domestic assistance to each apartment per week. Staff costs. Cleaning of communal windows. Upkeep of gardens and grounds. Water rates for communal areas and apartments. Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas. Underfloor heating to individual apartments. 24 hour emergency call system. Repairs and maintenance to interior and exterior communal areas. Provision for onsite catering.

The half yearly ground rent is £217.50.

Lease Length - 125 years (less 10 days) from and including 16 August 2016

Storage compartments and underground parking space are both subject to availability and cost.

The building is subject to the building safety act 2022.

1% of the agreed selling price is payable to McCarthy & Stone for a contingency fund on resale.

There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £225 and £315 dependent upon location.
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Please be aware any buyer would be subject to an interview with the house manager.

Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Electric Underfloor heating.

Broadband And Mobile Service - At the time of the listing, standard and superfast broadband are available.

There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services in a typical home, as well as outdoors.

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Local Authorities - Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ

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We are advised that the council tax band is C

Flood Risk - Enquire for up-to-date details or check the website for the most current rating.


Stamp Duty - Stamp duty is likely to be payable on this property dependent upon your circumstance.
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