£160,000
2 bed flat for saleSherren Avenue, Charlton Down, Dorchester DT2
2 beds
2 baths
1 reception
EPC Rating: D
- Leasehold
Parkers Property Consultants & Valuers
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About this property
Set within a conservation area, is Greenwood House, a beautiful Victorian building situated in the popular village of Charlton Down boasting lovely countryside views, is this two bedroom first floor apartment. The apartment enjoys spacious accommodation comprising a generous sitting room/diner, a well appointed kitchen, a family bathroom and en-suite facilities to the principal bedroom. In addition the property enjoys extensive communal grounds in which to enjoy its tranquil setting and benefits from an allocated parking space. EPC rating D.
Situation
Charlton Down has a Health Club with a gym, classes and sauna. The Victorian hall has a variety of classes and regular meetings including yoga, classical concerts and Christmas fairs. It has a shop currently open 7 days a week. There is an allotment for use by the village and it has its own orchard. The Parish is situated within 4 miles of Dorchester town centre. Nearby Charminster has three public houses, two of which have dining and a more traditional pub with a skittle alley and live music nights, as well as a parish church and a primary school. Weymouth is within 10 miles for the nearest beach and Jurassic coastline. The 26 mile circular Cerne Valley Way walk passes via Charminster.
Accomodation
On entering the building, a door provides accessed to a communal lobby, where there are stairs that rise to all floors. The apartment is found on the second floor, and a door provides entry into the apartment.
Hallway
Access to the apartment is gained via a door that opens into a well presented hallway, the property combines character, light, and functionality, making it an appealing home or investment opportunity. The hallway benefits from high ceilings and generous room sizes creating a spacious and open feel that sets the tone for the rest of the property, from the hallway, doors lead to all rooms.
Sitting Room/Diner
The apartment benefits from generous living accommodation. The sitting room/diner is an L-shaped room, receiving plentiful natural light gained via a dual aspect with windows to both the front and side that provide lovely countryside views. The room enjoys neutral décor and features an attractive fireplace that houses a coal effect, electric fire. There are two wall mounted radiators and both telephone and television points.
Kitchen
The kitchen is well appointed, fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base level units that provide ample storage options with work surface over. There is a stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer and a selection of integral appliances including an eye level oven and a four ring electric hob with extractor hood over. Space is provided for additional appliances. The room is finished with tiled flooring, part tiled walls and offers a side aspect double glazed sash window that provides the room with natural light together with lovely countryside views.
Bedrooms
The apartment benefits from two good size double bedrooms. Both bedrooms offer a wall mounted radiator and receive natural light gained via double glazed sash windows that enjoy a side facing aspect. The principal bedroom benefits from en-suite facilities whilst the second bedroom is well appointed, offering built in wardrobes.
Bathroom
The bathroom is fitted with a suite comprising a low-level WC, a pedestal wash hand basin, and a panel-enclosed bath with a handheld shower attachment. The room is finished with tiled flooring and part-tiled walls, and also benefits from a wall-mounted radiator. A rear-aspect double-glazed sash window allows natural light to fill the space.
Externally
The property enjoys access to beautifully maintained communal gardens, offering pleasant views across the surrounding Dorset countryside. The apartment further benefits from both resident and visitor parking.
Agents Notes
There is a Biannual service charge of £1,514.13.
999 years from 25 March 1999
Please be advised that additional fees may be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
Flood Risk
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Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Gas central heating.
Broadband And Mobile
At the time of the listing, standard and ultrafast broadband are available.
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Local Authorities
Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
Tel: The council tax band is D.
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Tenure
Leasehold (972 years)
Service charge
Council tax band
D
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