1 bed flat for sale

Bowes Lyon Place, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1

Offered with no forward chain and situated in an area of outstanding beauty, this spacious one-bedroom, first-floor apartment is superbly located in the heart of Poundbury, close to Queen Mother Square. The apartment is part of a prestigious McCarthy Stone development, an assisted living community designed exclusively for those aged 70 and over. The accommodation offers a sophisticated living experience, defined by its bright dual-aspect layout and modern finishes. The property enjoys a desirable west-facing position, providing wonderful natural light and tranquil views over the Fountain Courtyard. Combining a well-appointed kitchen and wet room with thoughtful storage and a spacious double bedroom, this residence perfectly balances contemporary convenience with the timeless charm of its prestigious surroundings. 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.

Bowes Lyon

Constructed in 2016, Bowes Lyon Court is a Retirement Living Plus development, exclusively for those aged over 70. There is an on-site team and an Estates Manager 24/7 providing residents with assistance and care where required, in their own home. There are fabulous social spaces such as a homeowners’ lounge, a table service restaurant serving a varied three course daily lunch, café area, billiards room, library, orangery, function room as well as a salon and guest suite where visiting family and friends can be accommodated for a small charge. Furthermore social events organised include coffee mornings; art group; fitness classes; film night; games and quiz night;, seasonal and themed events and occasional organised trips for those who wish to take part.

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Access to the property is via a secure entry phone system, with the apartment located on the 1st floor. The front door opens into a welcoming hallway, which provides access to the shower room, living room, bedroom, and a generously sized storage cupboard. The property is neatly presented and well decorated throughout.

Entrance

The home welcomes you via a wooden door, with matching wooden doors throughout. The hallway is fully carpeted and extends through to the main living area, offering excellent utility with a dedicated storeroom housing the boiler and fuse box, intercom access, and double doors opening to built-in shelving. Additionally, safety pull cords are located in the bedroom and bathroom, providing added security and peace of mind.

Living Room

This dual-aspect room is a highlight of the home, offering a bright and spacious feel. It features a charming electric feature fireplace and enjoys peaceful views overlooking the Fountain Courtyard.

Kitchen

The home benefits from a modern, fully fitted kitchen designed for efficiency, featuring wall and base-level units with a wood-effect work surface over. A stainless steel sink with drainer is integrated beneath the window, which overlooks the courtyard. The kitchen is well equipped with integrated appliances, including a Neff electric oven, four-ring electric hob with extractor hood above, a Neff 50/50 fridge freezer, and an Indesit slimline dishwasher.

Bedroom

The home offers a comfortable double bedroom and feauture fitted wardrobes. This room faces West, ensuring lovely afternoon light and pleasant views over the courtyard toward the Duchess of Cornwall. The room is finished with neautral tones and carpeted.

Wetroom

The home is served by the contemporary wetroom, finished with practical lino flooring. The Over-head rain shower is fitted a convenient hand-held attachment and benefits from fitted wall mounted hand rail. The modern suit is comprised of a low-level W/C, wash hand basin with vanity storage below, a mirrored vanity cabinet with integrated lighting, and a heated towel rail.

Agents Notes

There is an monthly service charge of £853.41. This includes One hour domestic assistance to each apartment per week. Staff costs. Cleaning of communal windows. Upkeep of gardens and grounds. Water rates for communal areas and apartments. Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas. Underfloor heating to individual apartments. 24 hour emergency call system. Repairs and maintenance to interior and exterior communal areas. Provision for onsite catering.

The half yearly ground rent is £217.50.

Lease Length - 125 years (less 10 days) from and including 16 August 2016.

Storage compartments and underground parking space are both subject to availability and cost.

The building is subject to the building safety act 2022.

1% of the agreed selling price is payable to McCarthy & Stone for a contingency fund on resale.

There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £225 and £315 dependent upon location.
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Please be aware any buyer would be subject to an interview with the house manager.

Services

Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. Electric Underfloor heating.

Broadband And Mobile Service

At the time of the listing, standard and superfast broadband are available.

There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services in a typical home, as well as outdoors.

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Local Authorities

Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ

Tel: We are advised that the council tax band is C.

Flood Risk

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Stamp Duty

Stamp duty is likely to be payable on this property dependent upon your circumstance.
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