2 bed Flat For Sale £202,500
Parkers are delighted to offer for sale this well positioned, two bedroom purpose built apartment favourably situated within Melrose Court, an over 55's development located in the heart of Poundbury in close proximity to Queen Mother Square. The apartment offers accommodation that is presented to a high standard throughout comprising generous open plan living accommodation, two good size bedrooms and a tastefully fitted Jack and Jill wet room. The Melrose Court development is designed for people with extra care and support needs to live independently. EPC rating B
Situation
Poundbury is an urban development of the County Town of Dorchester and is Prince Charles'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, rather than relying upon a car. Within walking distance to the property there are 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. A Monart luxury spa is situated within the Royal Pavilion, Queen Mother Square and the Dorset County Hospital is also a short walk away.
Melrose Court
Melrose Court is a range of stylish one and two bedroom self contained apartments, designed for over 55s looking for comfort and independent living, with the added benefit of care and support packages available to access at an additional cost. Each apartment is ideally located within the development, and has full access to all the communal areas and facilities.
Melrose Court has been designed for your comfort and security, whilst offering a high quality lifestyle. Finishes include underfloor heating, vertical blinds fitted to all windows, carpets and vinyl flooring throughout, television points in lounge and bedrooms and wifi is available.
To become a resident you will need to be over the age of 55, be able to live safely on your own with some support and not be a home-owner or named on a mortgage. You will need to live in or have worked or lived in West Dorset or surrounding districts during the last 5 years and meet one or more of the Care and Support conditions.
Communal Areas
Melrose Court offers lifts to all floors, communal courtyard gardens, a landscaped terraced garden, a car park, activity room, communal dining room, fully furnished guest suite available to rent and an assisted bathroom with spa bath.
Accommodation
Open Plan Living Accommodation
Sitting Area (5.26m x 3.15m (17'03" x 10'04"))
The sitting area enjoys generous dimensions and receives natural light gained via a rear aspect double glazed window. The room is tastefully finished in neutral decor and offers both telephone and television points.
Kitchen Area (3.07m x 2.18m (10'01" x 7'02"))
A stylish kitchen fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base level units that provide storage options with work surfaces over. There is a stainless steel one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap and drainer and an integral single oven with an electric hob and extractor hood over. Space is provided for additional appliances. The room is finished with ceramic wall tiles and vinyl flooring.
Bedrooms
The apartment benefits from two good size bedrooms. Both bedrooms receive plentiful natural light gained via a double glazed window that enjoys a front facing aspect. The principal bedroom benefits from access to the Jack and Jill wet room.
Bedroom One (5.26m x 3.07m (17'03" x 10'01"))
Bedroom Two (3.76m x 2.51m (12'04" x 8'03"))
Wet Room
The Jack and Jill wet room is tastefully fitted, offering a low level wc, a wash hand basin and a large walk in shower with ceramic wall tiling. There is a fitted mirror with a shaver socket and the room is finished with non-slip vinyl flooring.
Agents Notes
Included in the service charge of £355 per month is:-
Communal electricity, heating, water and sewerage, television and video aerials, maintenance of the fire and smoke alarms, sprinkler system, lifts’ service and repairs. Maintenance of the grounds, door entry systems and security - CCTV are all included. Other items included are the scheme staff, night time concierge service, estate fee, admin fee and buildings insurance.
There is an additional charge for the sink fund of £65.88
Please be advised that additional fees may be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
Services
All apartments within Melrose Court have their own water, electricity and heating meters. Underfloor heating with individual controls for each room. Any charges for the communal areas is included within the monthly service charge.
Local Authorities
Dorset Council, South Walks House, South Walks Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1UZ Tel: We are advised that the council tax band is C
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents:
Parkers Property Consultants and Valuers Tel: Covid-19 - Please note that viewings can only be offered to clients in a position to proceed to purchase and are undertaken with strict safety measures in place.
Situation
Poundbury is an urban development of the County Town of Dorchester and is Prince Charles'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, rather than relying upon a car. Within walking distance to the property there are 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. A Monart luxury spa is situated within the Royal Pavilion, Queen Mother Square and the Dorset County Hospital is also a short walk away.
Melrose Court
Melrose Court is a range of stylish one and two bedroom self contained apartments, designed for over 55s looking for comfort and independent living, with the added benefit of care and support packages available to access at an additional cost. Each apartment is ideally located within the development, and has full access to all the communal areas and facilities.
Melrose Court has been designed for your comfort and security, whilst offering a high quality lifestyle. Finishes include underfloor heating, vertical blinds fitted to all windows, carpets and vinyl flooring throughout, television points in lounge and bedrooms and wifi is available.
To become a resident you will need to be over the age of 55, be able to live safely on your own with some support and not be a home-owner or named on a mortgage. You will need to live in or have worked or lived in West Dorset or surrounding districts during the last 5 years and meet one or more of the Care and Support conditions.
Communal Areas
Melrose Court offers lifts to all floors, communal courtyard gardens, a landscaped terraced garden, a car park, activity room, communal dining room, fully furnished guest suite available to rent and an assisted bathroom with spa bath.
Accommodation
Open Plan Living Accommodation
Sitting Area (5.26m x 3.15m (17'03" x 10'04"))
The sitting area enjoys generous dimensions and receives natural light gained via a rear aspect double glazed window. The room is tastefully finished in neutral decor and offers both telephone and television points.
Kitchen Area (3.07m x 2.18m (10'01" x 7'02"))
A stylish kitchen fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base level units that provide storage options with work surfaces over. There is a stainless steel one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap and drainer and an integral single oven with an electric hob and extractor hood over. Space is provided for additional appliances. The room is finished with ceramic wall tiles and vinyl flooring.
Bedrooms
The apartment benefits from two good size bedrooms. Both bedrooms receive plentiful natural light gained via a double glazed window that enjoys a front facing aspect. The principal bedroom benefits from access to the Jack and Jill wet room.
Bedroom One (5.26m x 3.07m (17'03" x 10'01"))
Bedroom Two (3.76m x 2.51m (12'04" x 8'03"))
Wet Room
The Jack and Jill wet room is tastefully fitted, offering a low level wc, a wash hand basin and a large walk in shower with ceramic wall tiling. There is a fitted mirror with a shaver socket and the room is finished with non-slip vinyl flooring.
Agents Notes
Included in the service charge of £355 per month is:-
Communal electricity, heating, water and sewerage, television and video aerials, maintenance of the fire and smoke alarms, sprinkler system, lifts’ service and repairs. Maintenance of the grounds, door entry systems and security - CCTV are all included. Other items included are the scheme staff, night time concierge service, estate fee, admin fee and buildings insurance.
There is an additional charge for the sink fund of £65.88
Please be advised that additional fees may be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
Services
All apartments within Melrose Court have their own water, electricity and heating meters. Underfloor heating with individual controls for each room. Any charges for the communal areas is included within the monthly service charge.
Local Authorities
Dorset Council, South Walks House, South Walks Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1UZ Tel: We are advised that the council tax band is C
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents:
Parkers Property Consultants and Valuers Tel: Covid-19 - Please note that viewings can only be offered to clients in a position to proceed to purchase and are undertaken with strict safety measures in place.
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