1 bed Flat For Sale £160,000
This well appointed first floor one bedroom dual aspect apartment is situated within Melrose Court, an over 55's development located within the heart of Poundbury, enjoying wonderful views over The Great Field. The apartment offers accommodation that is well presented throughout comprising generous open plan living accommodation, a double bedroom and a wet room. The Melrose Court development is designed tor 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 open in 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.
Accommodation
Communal Entrance
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.
Apartment 30
Hallway
Entrance is gained via a generous hallway that houses two useful storage cupboards and provides access to al accommodation.
Sitting Room (3.84m x 3.84m (12'07" x 12'07"))
The sitting room receives plentiful natural light gained via double glazed windows that provide a dual aspect. The room is finished in tasteful decor and offers both telephone and television points.
Kitchen (3.00m x 2.21m (9'10" x 7'03"))
The kitchen is well appointed, fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base level units that provide ample storage options with roll top work surface over. There is a stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer and integral appliances comprising an oven with an electric hob and extractor hood over. Space is provided for additional appliances. The room is finished with tiled flooring, part tiled walls and spot lighting. Natural light is gained via two double glazed windows that enjoy a dual aspect.
Bedroom (4.45m x 3.45m (14'07" x 11'04"))
The bedroom enjoys generous dimensions and receives plentiful natural light gained via a front facing aspect. There is a wall mounted radiator and the room benefits from Jack and Jill en-suite facilities.
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
Eligible buyers must:-
* be over 55 years old
* Have a local connection
* Must need support (e.g. Daily welfare calls, help cleaning, meals etc)
Any potential purchaser will require prior approval from Abri Homes. Please ask us for further details.
Lease length is 125 years from and including 1 April 2017
Charges
Service charges (which includes building insurance) is: £291.72 per month
Sinking fund is: £65.88 per month
There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £168 and £225 dependent upon location.
There is a £60 notice of transfer fee collected on completion.
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
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
Tel: We are advised that the council tax band is B
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents:
Parkers Property Consultants and Valuers
Tel:
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 open in 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.
Accommodation
Communal Entrance
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.
Apartment 30
Hallway
Entrance is gained via a generous hallway that houses two useful storage cupboards and provides access to al accommodation.
Sitting Room (3.84m x 3.84m (12'07" x 12'07"))
The sitting room receives plentiful natural light gained via double glazed windows that provide a dual aspect. The room is finished in tasteful decor and offers both telephone and television points.
Kitchen (3.00m x 2.21m (9'10" x 7'03"))
The kitchen is well appointed, fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base level units that provide ample storage options with roll top work surface over. There is a stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer and integral appliances comprising an oven with an electric hob and extractor hood over. Space is provided for additional appliances. The room is finished with tiled flooring, part tiled walls and spot lighting. Natural light is gained via two double glazed windows that enjoy a dual aspect.
Bedroom (4.45m x 3.45m (14'07" x 11'04"))
The bedroom enjoys generous dimensions and receives plentiful natural light gained via a front facing aspect. There is a wall mounted radiator and the room benefits from Jack and Jill en-suite facilities.
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
Eligible buyers must:-
* be over 55 years old
* Have a local connection
* Must need support (e.g. Daily welfare calls, help cleaning, meals etc)
Any potential purchaser will require prior approval from Abri Homes. Please ask us for further details.
Lease length is 125 years from and including 1 April 2017
Charges
Service charges (which includes building insurance) is: £291.72 per month
Sinking fund is: £65.88 per month
There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £168 and £225 dependent upon location.
There is a £60 notice of transfer fee collected on completion.
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
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
Dorset
DT1 1XJ
Tel: We are advised that the council tax band is B
Viewings
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents:
Parkers Property Consultants and Valuers
Tel:
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