Guide price
£290,000
2 bed flat for saleAbbeymead Court, Sherborne, Dorset DT9
2 beds
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: C
- Chain free
- Leasehold
Symonds & Sampson - Sherborne
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About this property
Ground floor apartment
Two bedrooms
Over 55's development
Close proximately to amenities
No onward chain
Service Charge - £5061.28 per annum
Ground Rent - £250.00 per annum
A charming two bedroom ground level residence, nestled within an exclusive over 55's development with close proximity to the town centre. This well presented property occupies an secluded position and boasts a enclosed courtyard as well as off road parking.
Accommodation
Upon entering the premises through the communal corridor, you step into a generously proportioned hallway granting access to all primary areas. Conveniently, there is a sizable cupboard along with an airing cupboard.
Continuing through the hallway you're greeted by the inviting open-plan layout encompassing the living room, kitchen and dining area.
The living room offers dual aspect windows, a feature gas fireplace and radiators. Adjacent to the kitchen lies the dining room/summer room, featuring French doors which open onto a private patio space.
The kitchen is equipped with a range of wall, base and drawer units, as well as a integrated fridge freezer and washing machine. Additionally there is a double oven, built-in microwave and a 1.5 sink. The boiler is also located in the kitchen.
The master bedroom offers dual aspect windows, radiators and a built-in wardrobe.
Bedroom two offers a side-facing window, radiator and a built-in wardrobe.
The bathroom features a WC, wash hand basin, bath, shower, extractor fan, and a heated towel rail.
Outside
To the rear of the property is an enclosed courtyard garden. There are a range of flower beds containing a variety of mature shrubs, bushes and flowers and an area laid with Astroturf. A gate provides access to the communal gardens.
The meticulously maintained communal garden offers a large range of flower beds also containing mature trees, shrubs and flowers. Centrally lies a water feature with multiple seating areas.
There is also an allocated carport located within the development.
Situation
Abbeymead Court is a tucked away development just off Horsecastles. The property offers close proximity to the historic Abbey town of Sherborne where you will find an excellent range of boutique shops, cafes, and two supermarkets. For more extensive shopping there is the busier town of Yeovil just 6 miles away. Sherborne has a regular mainline service to Waterloo taking about 2.5 hours and there is a fast train service from Castle Cary (12 miles) to Paddington, which takes about 90 minutes. Bournemouth, Bristol and Exeter Airports are all easily accessible. Sherborne is surrounded by beautiful countryside which offers a host of leisure pursuits, and to the south is the fabulous Jurassic Coastline and the popular towns of Dorchester and Poundbury.
Services
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage
Gas central heating
Dorset County Council –
Council tax band - C
Service Charge - £5061.28 per annum
Ground Rent - £250.00 per annum
Length of lease - 125 years (109 years remaining)
Superfast broadband is available in the area
Mobile phone coverage is available inside and outside
Source Ofcom -
Direction
(On foot) From our office opposite the Abbey on Half Moon Street, head in a south-westerly direction, take a slight right onto Trendle Street, then continue over the cross junction onto Horsecastles. Take a left onto The Old School Place then continue straight to Abbeymead Court.
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Tenure
Leasehold (109 years)
Service charge
£991 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
£250
Ground rent date of next review