1 bedroom apartment for sale
Barley Place, Blandford St. Mary, Blandford Forum
New build
Retirement
Added today
Pets are welcome
Apartment
1 bed
1 bath
485
EPC rating: B
Key information
Tenure: Leasehold | 997 yrs left
Service charge: £2,680.08 per annum
Council tax, if payable: Ask agent
Features and description
- Retirement Living for the over 60,s
- Private patio area
- Modern 'like new' Apartment
- Beautiful communal gardens
- Spacious Communal Lounge
- Integrated fire and intruder alert systems
- An on-site House Manager to support you with any queries and concerns during office hours
- Super insulation so the property is warm in winter and cool in summer
- Integrated ultra efficient heating, water heating and heat recovery units
- Close to local amenities
This stylish one-bedroom apartment offers modern living in a bright and airy space. The kitchen, dining, and living areas are designed for both comfort and functionality, with glazed doors that flood the space with natural light. A beautiful private terrace leads from the spacious living room.
Stour Gate - Exclusive to the over 60s, this retirement development consists of 45 one or two-bedroom apartments conveniently tucked away in a peaceful location close to the banks of the river Stour in historic Blandford St. Mary, Dorset, on the site of the old brewery. The apartments to the rear of the development overlook the beautiful Green Flag awarded Stour Meadows.
Easy independent living for the over 60s
All our retirement property is cleverly designed with smart yet stylish features, like easy turn taps, to make life easier now and in the future. Low maintenance, warm and elegant, with the latest security and safety features built in, most of our homeowners enjoy cheaper bills too.
This apartment benefits from a private patio area and offers access to attractive communal spaces including the beautiful lounge with Wi-Fi and a state-of-the-art audio and video system plus a gorgeous garden area with seating. You’re looked after by the friendly on-site manager and these shared spaces are filled with (entirely optional) events, parties and clubs. Parking is available and well-behaved pets are welcome too.
Entrance Hall - A welcoming entrance hall with doors leading to a utility cupboard, living / dining area, Shower room and bedroom.
Living Area - A bright and spacious living area benefitting from being dual aspect and letting in natural light, a double glazed door leads out onto a private patio area and a further door leads to the kitchen area. Plug sockets that are just a bit higher to reduce kneeling and bending.
Kitchen - Fully fitted kitchens with appliances including waist-height ovens so there’s less bending with heavy dishes, a window over the sink area provides natural light.
Bedroom - A bright and spacious double bedroom benefitting from a walk in wardrobe.
Shower Room - Beautiful contemporary design with sleek fixtures and fittings, Flooring with low slip potential, Walk in shower with a low profile shower tray for easy access, Slightly raised ‘comfort height’ toilets for ease of use.
Service Charge - Your service charge covers the services and amenities you enjoy at this development for a safe, comfortable, sociable and happy retirement. It includes things like wages for your on-site team, security systems and keeping communal spaces and gardens spick and span—and it’s all provided at cost price.
What is included in the service charge -
Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
Maintenance of building and gardens
Development staff
Professional Fees
Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
Building insurance
Future maintenance fund
Emergency call system
The service charge is £51.54 Per Week and is reviewed Annually.
Parking - A parking space is not included with this apartment.
Additional Information And Services - Super fast broadband available
Digital personal alarms connected to emergency assistance 24/7
Integrated fire and intruder alert systems
Integrated ultra efficient heating, water heating and heat recovery units
Super insulation so the property is warm in winter and cool in summer – while saving you money on energy bills
An on-site House Manager to support you with any queries and concerns during office hours.
Stour Gate - Exclusive to the over 60s, this retirement development consists of 45 one or two-bedroom apartments conveniently tucked away in a peaceful location close to the banks of the river Stour in historic Blandford St. Mary, Dorset, on the site of the old brewery. The apartments to the rear of the development overlook the beautiful Green Flag awarded Stour Meadows.
Easy independent living for the over 60s
All our retirement property is cleverly designed with smart yet stylish features, like easy turn taps, to make life easier now and in the future. Low maintenance, warm and elegant, with the latest security and safety features built in, most of our homeowners enjoy cheaper bills too.
This apartment benefits from a private patio area and offers access to attractive communal spaces including the beautiful lounge with Wi-Fi and a state-of-the-art audio and video system plus a gorgeous garden area with seating. You’re looked after by the friendly on-site manager and these shared spaces are filled with (entirely optional) events, parties and clubs. Parking is available and well-behaved pets are welcome too.
Entrance Hall - A welcoming entrance hall with doors leading to a utility cupboard, living / dining area, Shower room and bedroom.
Living Area - A bright and spacious living area benefitting from being dual aspect and letting in natural light, a double glazed door leads out onto a private patio area and a further door leads to the kitchen area. Plug sockets that are just a bit higher to reduce kneeling and bending.
Kitchen - Fully fitted kitchens with appliances including waist-height ovens so there’s less bending with heavy dishes, a window over the sink area provides natural light.
Bedroom - A bright and spacious double bedroom benefitting from a walk in wardrobe.
Shower Room - Beautiful contemporary design with sleek fixtures and fittings, Flooring with low slip potential, Walk in shower with a low profile shower tray for easy access, Slightly raised ‘comfort height’ toilets for ease of use.
Service Charge - Your service charge covers the services and amenities you enjoy at this development for a safe, comfortable, sociable and happy retirement. It includes things like wages for your on-site team, security systems and keeping communal spaces and gardens spick and span—and it’s all provided at cost price.
What is included in the service charge -
Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
Maintenance of building and gardens
Development staff
Professional Fees
Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
Building insurance
Future maintenance fund
Emergency call system
The service charge is £51.54 Per Week and is reviewed Annually.
Parking - A parking space is not included with this apartment.
Additional Information And Services - Super fast broadband available
Digital personal alarms connected to emergency assistance 24/7
Integrated fire and intruder alert systems
Integrated ultra efficient heating, water heating and heat recovery units
Super insulation so the property is warm in winter and cool in summer – while saving you money on energy bills
An on-site House Manager to support you with any queries and concerns during office hours.
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About this agent

Let our experience enhance your experience of later life. We've been building outstanding apartments in prime locations for 40 years to suit all lifestyles and stages of retirement. All our properties are designed to make living easier and are built to high standards - just two of the reasons we've been awarded the 5-star rating for customer satisfaction in an independent survey by the Home Builders Federation every year since the awards began.

































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