1 bedroom retirement property

Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, this first-floor apartment is located within an assisted living development, exclusive to the over 70s and within the popular development of Poundbury. The home offers accommodation comprising of a sitting room, modern kitchen, double bedroom and wet room. In addition, the apartment is accompanied by a southerly facing balcony. EPC rating B.

Situation - Poundbury is an urban development of the County Town of Dorchester and is King Charles III’s vision for 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, rather than relying upon a car. Within walking distance to the property there are a plethora of amenities including The Duchess of Cornwall Hotel and Restaurant and an ever-growing range of bistros, coffee shops, beauty salons, shops, hairdressers, dentists, medical centre, garden centre and the highly regarded Damers First School. The Great Field is a short walk away and offers a wonderful open space and play area. In the Queen Mother Square there is a A Monart luxury spa within the Royal Pavilion, a Waitrose, Brace of Butchers and the Dorset Wine Co, while the Dorset County Hospital is also nearby.

Entrance - Upon entry, you are taken through to the property's hallway, with access offered to the majority of rooms and storage cupboard.

Sitting Room - The sitting room is a good size room, located to the rear of the property and featuring carpeted flooring and a single door which opens directly onto the attractive balcony. A part-glazed door leads to the kitchen.

Kitchen - The modern kitchen is fitted with a range of 'shaker' style wall and base level units with wood block effect laminate work surfaces over and wood-effect flooring. Integral appliances include a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, oven, microwave and four-ring electric hob with extractor hood over.

Bedroom - The bedroom is double in size and benefits from a further access point onto the balcony and walk-in wardrobe.

Wet Room - The wet room is fitted with a suite consisting of a WC, wash basin with storage to the side and below, heated towel rail and a shower area. The room is finished with anti-slip flooring and part-tiled walls.

Agents Notes - There is an Annual Service charge of £9,710.88. This includes one hour domestic assistance to each apartment per week. Staff costs for 24/7 on site team and estate manager. Cleaning of external windows and internal communal windows. 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. Buildings insurance. Emergency pull cord in every room, including cloakroom and wet room. Provision for onsite catering.

Annual ground rent of £435 as per 2024 invoice.

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.

Please be aware any buyer would be subject to an interview with the house manager.

There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £225 and £315 dependent upon location.

For further information on Poundbury including covenants and stipulations, please visit
Flood Risk - Surface Water - Very low Risk

Rivers and the Sea - Very low Risk


Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating.

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.

Viewings - Strictly by appointment with the sole agents:
Parkers Property Consultants and Valuers
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