2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale

A beautifully presented three bedroom, two bathroom end of terrace retirement home, a short walk to the town centre and amenities. Allocated parking space, lovely private garden. No Onward Chain. Freehold.

Fortunes Cottage sits amongst a select development of just eleven freehold homes which offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy independent, low-maintenance retirement living in one of Dorset’s most desirable historic towns. Thought to have been built in 1997, this charming end-of-terrace property built of attractive brick elevations under a slate roof combines modern comfort with a welcoming sense of community—perfect for those seeking a relaxed and secure lifestyle in later years.
Situated on the north side of the beautiful abbey town of Sherborne, the cottage is just a short walk from the town centre with its array of shops, cafés, cultural attractions, and essential amenities. The property is pedestrianised to the front, with a natural lawned frontage leading to the porch and front door.
This thoughtfully updated three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has been finished to a high specification, benefitting from replacement UPVC double glazed windows and doors, offering bright, contemporary interiors and the rare advantage of both a private garden and an allocated parking space.
The layout has been designed with flexibility in mind, allowing for comfortable downstairs living if desired—ideal for future-proofing or accommodating a live-in carer.
A welcoming entrance hall offers excellent storage, including an understairs cupboard and a full-height built-in cupboardThe contemporary, well-appointed kitchen features sleek cabinetry, slimline worktops, an integrated fridge/freezer, eye-level electric oven, electric hob with extractor hood over, fitted water softener, and space for both a dishwasher and washing machine.
The bright, dual-aspect sitting room is filled with natural light, complete with sliding patio doors opening to the garden and a cosy electric fire. The dining room with a lovely garden outlook, is equally suitable as a comfortable ground-floor bedroom if preferred with an adjacent ground-floor shower room.
Upstairs there are two generous double bedrooms, both with fitted wardrobes and pleasing views across the garden and leafy development. A study/dressing room provides a versatile additional room ideal as a study or dressing area which includes fitted storage and an airing cupboard.
The main bedroom has a stylish ensuite shower room, featuring a large walk-in shower with rainwater head, wall-mounted toilet, basin, heated towel rail, and excellent fitted cabinetry.
The private rear garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to create a secure, low-maintenance outdoor retreat which features a paved level seating area ideal for outdoor dining and pot plants, a lawned area accessed via gentle steps with a handrail for ease and safety and well-stocked beds providing colour and texture. A gate leads out to the allocated parking space and the communal garden areas within the development.

SERVICES
We understand that mains electric, gas, water and drainage are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating. The property is subject to an age restriction of 60 years of age or older.
There is an annual maintenance charge of approximately £3118 per annum inclusive of building insurance and external maintenance of property and communal areas. The properties are connected to Careline in case of emergencies. Dorset Council tax band E.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: FTTP—Ultrafast broadband is available—highest available download speed 1800 Mbps, highest available upload speed 220 Mbps. (Openreach).
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.
Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding.

1 Fairfield lies in the historic Abbey town of Sherborne just to the north of the main thoroughfare of Cheap Street within close walking distance of many of the town's amenities. Amenities in the Town include the Abbey, a main line station, two supermarkets, two doctors’ surgeries and a comprehensive range of shops, public houses and restaurants. Sporting, walking and riding opportunities abound within the area while the local regional centre of Yeovil lies within short motoring distance and provides, with Sherborne, an excellent range of cultural, recreational and shopping facilities. Transport links are good with the main line station at Sherborne linking directly with London Waterloo while road links are along the A303 joined at Wincanton giving swift access to London and the Home Counties along the M3, M25.