1 bed flat to rent

Fernlea Avenue, Ferndown BH22

Over 60s only | one bedroom ground floor retirement apartment | private patio | ferndown town centre

Southern & West Lettings are delighted to offer this well-presented, unfurnished one-bedroom ground floor retirement apartment, situated within the highly sought-after St Mary's Mews development in the heart of Ferndown. Exclusively available to residents aged 60 and over, this attractive apartment offers comfortable, independent living within a friendly retirement community.

St Mary's Mews is a popular, purpose-built retirement development set within beautifully maintained communal gardens, offering residents additional peace of mind with the benefit of a dedicated on-site manager and a 24-hour emergency call system.

The apartment enjoys a particularly pleasant position at the rear of the development, overlooking an extensive communal lawn, with the added benefit of its own private patio, ideal for relaxing outdoors and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Internally, the accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hallway with a generous storage/airing cupboard, a spacious lounge/dining room with an electric fire and patio door opening onto the private patio, and a fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units, integrated oven, grill and hob, fridge/freezer and washing machine.

The double bedroom benefits from built-in storage and views over the communal gardens, whilst the modern, refitted shower room features a generous shower enclosure, wash basin with vanity storage and WC.

Residents benefit from an excellent range of communal facilities and optional services, including:

A comfortable residents' lounge, ideal for socialising

On-site hairdressing salon

Communal laundry facilities

Guest suite for visiting friends and family, charged at £30 per night for single occupancy or £35 per night for double occupancy

The option to order lunch online for delivery directly to the apartment

Dedicated mobility scooter parking and charging facilities

Beautifully maintained communal gardens

Please note that additional services, including hairdressing, laundry, guest accommodation and lunch deliveries, are subject to separate charges and are not included within the monthly rent.

Location is a particular highlight of this development. A private pedestrian gate provides direct access from the communal grounds onto Ringwood Road, offering convenient access to the town centre and the shops, cafés, supermarkets, pharmacies and everyday amenities along Victoria Road. Regular bus services are also within easy reach, making this an ideal location for those wishing to maintain their independence without relying on a car.

Resident parking is available on a first come, first served basis, together with additional visitor parking.
Key features


Exclusively for residents aged 60 and over

One-bedroom ground floor retirement apartment

Offered unfurnished with kitchen appliances

Private patio overlooking attractive communal gardens

Spacious lounge/dining room

Modern fitted shower room

Dedicated on-site manager and 24-hour emergency call system

Excellent communal facilities and guest accommodation

Mobility scooter parking and charging points

Optional lunch delivery service

Private gated access to Ferndown town centre

Resident and visitor parking

Rent: £950 per calendar month
Council Tax Band: C
EPC Rating: C

please note: This is an age-restricted retirement development. Applicants must have already reached their 60th birthday to be eligible. Unfortunately, those approaching the age of 60 cannot be considered.