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Guide price

£175,000

2 bed flat for sale
Long Street, Sherborne, Dorset DT9

    • 2 beds

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: C

  • Retirement
  • Chain free
  • Leasehold

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About this property

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • Walking Distance To Town Centre

  • No Onward Chain

  • Tastefully Refurbished

A tastefully refurbished two bedroom first floor apartment forming part of a desirable retirement complex within level walking distance from the centre of the beautiful historic Abbey town of Sherborne. No onward chain.

Raleigh court is a managed retirement complex for the over 60's situated in an enviable position within level walking distance of the town centre and amenities, conveniently located to Sainsburys, pageant gardens and the mainline train station. Communal facilities include a Residents Lounge and Laundry Room together with onsite house manager and a 24 hour emergency care line response system. Pull chord alarms are located throughout the apartment.
The apartment is located in a block to the front of the development and is approached across a communal courtyard with steps to a main door which opens through to a communal foyer with further steps to a pedestrian terrace which leads to the front door.
The apartment has been thoughtfully updated throughout with all high cost works taken care of incorporating new electric heating, replacement windows, electrical rewiring, plumbing, modern fitted kitchen, shower room and neutral décor throughout. The apartment has an abundance of natural light with the living room, kitchen and a bedroom enjoying bright southerly aspects. The living room is dual aspect with open views to the east side and the kitchen has been well fitted with a range of cupboards and drawers and has integral appliances which include an electric hob and oven with extractor over, fridge/freezer and undercounter space for a dishwasher or a washing machine. The shower room has a fresh white contemporary suite comprising of a large walk in shower with fixed glass screen, waterfall showerhead and attachment, wc, basin and heated towel rail. The main bedroom on the north side has an aspect towards long street and fitted wardrobes.
Parking is available upon request on a first come, first served basis. Alternative parking options are available just outside the complex in the Culverhayes car park on a short stay or long stay parking option with a permit available to purchase through Dorset District Council.
Services

We understand that mains electric, water and drainage are connected to the property. Electric central heating.
Council Tax: Dorset Council—Tax Band C
Lease Information: The property is offered on a leasehold basis. The term of the lease is 999 years from date 01.04.1988, with 962 years remaining. There is an annual service charge of £4,849.68 . These charges include buildings insurance. Managed by Firstport.
Site manager will provide information about pets.
Additional information

Broadband: FTTP—Ultrafast broadband is available—highest available download speed 1000 Mbps, highest available upload speed 1000 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.

There are communal outside seating areas.

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (Ask agent)

  • Service charge

    £4,850 per year

  • Council tax band

    C

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