2 bed property for sale

Grosvenor Road, Southampton SO17

Summary

Situated within the well-maintained Dawtrey Court development, this impressive first-floor apartment offers spacious and practical living in a secure over-55s retirement community. Located in the heart of Portswood, the property combines comfort and independence with access to communal support and lifestyle features including a lodge manager, The property is accessed via a secure communal entrance, leading to a bright central hallway. 24-hour Careline service, a residents' lounge, laundry room, landscaped gardens, and off-road parking.

Inside the property the standout feature is the spacious open-plan lounge dinner with French doors in to the kitchen, measuring approximately 21.63ft x 10.04ft. The lounge benefits from a south-facing rear aspect via double glazed window, providing plenty of natural light and a peaceful outlook. The kitchen is fitted with wall and base units, a stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, built in electric hob and oven, and an extraction hood.

The apartment offers two generously sized bedrooms, both positioned to the rear aspect and fitted with double glazed windows and electric panel heaters. Bedroom 1 measures 14.8ft x 9.7ft and offers ample space for wardrobes or other furnishings. Bedroom 2, also a comfortable double, measures 14.8ft x 6.9ft.

The bathroom is neatly appointed with a shower cubicle and electric shower unit, WC, vanity-style wash hand basin, wall-mounted mirror, and extraction fan. It measures 6.5ft x 6.2ft.

The central hallway includes a secure red fire door, a storage cupboard housing the hot water tank and electrics, and provides access to the Nest central heating control system. Hallway measurements are 5.15ft x 6.90ft.

Residents enjoy access to peaceful communal gardens at both the front and rear of the development, along with allocated parking. The building is well managed and designed to support independent living in a safe and friendly environment.

Local Amenities and Location Benefits
The property is ideally located in Portswood, a desirable and well-connected part of Southampton. Residents are within walking distance of a wide range of shops, cafs, restaurants, supermarkets, and healthcare facilities. The vibrant Portswood High Street is just minutes away, offering everyday essentials and leisure options.

Schools and Education:
Although this is a retirement flat, the location benefits from proximity to respected local schools for visiting family and grandchildren. Nearby primary schools include St Denys Primary and Highfield CE Primary, both rated Good by Ofsted. Cantell School and Bitterne Park School offer Good-rated secondary education.

Transport Links:
The area enjoys excellent connectivity. Local bus routes provide regular services into Southampton City Centre and surrounding districts. St Denys and Bitterne railway stations are nearby, offering rail access to London, Portsmouth, and beyond. The M27 and M3 motorways are within easy reach for road travel, and Southampton Airport is only a short drive away for domestic and international flights.

Accommodation

Lounge / Kitchen
21.63ft x 10.04ft
Open-plan layout with double glazed French doors to the rear, electric panel heater, and TV/telephone points. Kitchen includes wall and base units, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, freestanding electric hob, oven, and extractor hood.

Bedroom 1
14.8ft x 9.7ft
Double glazed rear aspect window, electric panel heater.

Bedroom 2
14.8ft x 6.9ft
Double glazed rear aspect window, electric panel heater.

Bathroom
6.5ft x 6.2ft
Shower cubicle with electric shower, WC, vanity-style wash hand basin, mirror, and extractor fan.

Hallway
5.15ft x 6.90ft
Includes fire door, storage cupboard with hot water tank and electrics, and Nest heating control.

Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Leasehold
Length Of Lease: 91
Annual Ground Rent Amount: 239.00
Annual Service Charge Amount: 1,952.00

For sale through Pattinson Auction under Conditional Terms.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

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In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.