2 bedroom retirement property for sale

OFFERED WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN. This second-floor apartment is situated in an assisted living community designed exclusively for those aged 70 and over, within the sought-after Poundbury development. The property features a spacious sitting room, modern kitchen, two double bedrooms, wet room and WC. Additionally, the home boasts a balcony which receives a westerly facing aspect. 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.

Accommodation -

Entrance - An entrance door leads to the property's hallway with access granted to the majority of rooms, including the WC. Also located in the hallway, are two storage cupboards, one of which houses the boiler and electrics.

Sitting Room - The sitting room offers good-size dimensions, a dual aspect and direct access onto the balcony. A door to the front of the room leads to the kitchen.

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

Bedrooms - There are two bedrooms at the property, both are double in size and both benefit from access onto the balcony. Bedroom one further benefits from fitted storage.

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 £13,249.20. 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 £450.

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

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
Please note the property is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty.

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 E.

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