£215,000
2 bed flat for saleCrown Street West, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1
2 beds
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: B
- Leasehold
Parkers Property Consultants & Valuers
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About this property
Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is this bright and modern two-bedroom apartment located in the heart of Poundbury. Accommodation includes a reception room through to a well-equipped contemporary kitchen, two double bedrooms, and bathroom and is finished with wood-effect flooring and neutral décor throughout. Externally, the property offers a shared garden and exclusive right to use a parking space in the courtyard. Situated within walking distance of Poundbury’s excellent amenities, green spaces, and transport links, this property combines comfort, convenience, and modern living in a sought-after community. EPC rating B.
Situation
Poundbury is King Charles iii’s vision of 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. Within walking distance to the property there is a plethora of amenities including Waitrose, The Duchess of Cornwall Hotel and Restaurant and an ever-growing range of bistros, coffee shops, beauty salons, shops, hairdressers, dentists, medical centre, and garden centre. The Great Field is a short walk away and offers a wonderful open space. A Monart luxury spa is situated within the Royal Pavilion, Queen Mother Square and the Dorset County Hospital is also nearby.
Dorchester, is rich in Roman heritage, with sites like the Dorset County Museum and Maiden Castle offering glimpses into its past. It is also well known for its literary connections to Thomas Hardy and set amongst beautiful rural countryside. Dorchester offers shopping and social facilities with cinemas, museums, leisure centre and weekly market. There are many excellent restaurants, public houses and riverside walks. There are train links to London Waterloo, Bristol Temple Meads, and regular bus routes to adjoining towns. Brewery Square is set within the heart of Dorchester and is a vibrant area offering further shopping and eating facilities with a central open space hosting several events throughout the year.
Accommodation
Entrance
Entrance to the property is situated to the rear via a shared enclosed well maintained garden, mainly laid to lawn lawned with a path leading you to the communal entrance with intercom.
Reception Room/ Kitchen
The kitchen and reception room are seamlessly combined to create a bright, open-plan living space, bathed in natural light from generously sized dual-aspect windows. The kitchen features a contemporary range of wall and base units with wood-effect worktops and matching upstands, complemented by a sleek, glossy splashback and a chrome mixer tap over a stainless steel sink.
Designed with practicality in mind, the kitchen offers excellent storage and integrates all primary appliances, including a double oven with four-ring gas hob and extractor hood, a dishwasher, an AEG washer/dryer, and a fitted fridge-freezer. Benefitting beautifully high ceilings, additional storage is available above the units, maximising the use of space.
Bedrooms
The apartment features two generously sized double bedrooms. Bedroom One is bright and airy, benefiting from a front-facing window and excellent storage provided by a full-height mirrored fitted wardrobe. Bedroom two includes a built-in wardrobe that also houses the boiler. Both rooms are enhanced by wood-effect laminate flooring and neutral décor, creating a modern, cohesive finish that flows seamlessly throughout the home.
Bathroom
The bathroom is fitted with a white suite, comprising a W/C, a wash hand basin with vanity mirror over, a panelled bath with over head shower attachment and glass screen, completed with an extractor fan. The room is finished with stylish part tiled walls and laminate flooring, creating a calming aesthetic for relaxing.
Agents Notes
Lease length - 250 years from 1st January 2017
Please note there is an annual service charge of £4000.00
There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £225 and £315 dependent upon location.
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Local Authorities
Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
Council tax band C
Flood Risk
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Mobile And Broadband
At the time of the listing, standard and superfast are available.
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Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas central heating.
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Tenure
Leasehold (242 years)
Service charge
£4,000 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
Ground rent date of next review