Dorchester, Dorset

1 Bedroom Retirement Property for sale in Dorset

Signature House is a welcoming and inviting development of just 42 apartments, exclusively for those aged 55 and over. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Dorchester, this prime location offers easy access to Brewery Square and a wealth of nearby amenities.

Constructed in 2012, this popular development provides residents with an array of communal facilities, including the Hardy Roof Terrace with conservatory, a library, a hair salon and the Maumbury Café Lounge and garden for socialising. Balcony Apartment 29, located on the third floor, is particularly bright and spacious. The flat is accessed via a well-maintained communal reception hall, with a passenger lift or stairs to all floors.

The front door opens into the ENTRANCE HALL with doors to the principal rooms. Practical features include a built-in airing cupboard and an additional storage cupboard.

The SITTING ROOM has plentiful room for soft furnishings and dining table and enjoys a westerly aspect. The KITCHEN, accessible from the sitting room, is well equipped with a range of base and wall units together with bowl and a quarter sink unit. Integrated Bosch™ appliances include an eye-level electric oven, electric hob with extractor over, fridge/freezer and washing machine.

The DOUBLE BEDROOM is light and airy with its own balcony. The WET ROOM completes the accommodation, featuring part-tiled walls, shower cubicle, wash-hand basin with vanity unit under and low-level W.C.

For peace of mind there is a secure entry door system and an emergency call linked to the careline. Additional services such as cleaning, laundry, homecare and catering are available if required. There is, guest accommodation subject to availability, for when friends or family wish to stay over whilst visiting.

Outside
The apartment benefits from the use of the roof terrace with conservatory, the delightful communal gardens together with the other communal areas, providing a venue for entertaining, joining in on organised activities or simply reading the newspaper. The community here is vibrant and diverse, allowing you to engage as much or as little as you wish.

Location
One of the true pleasures of residing here is the exceptional location, with an array of amenities virtually at your doorstep. Situated in the heart of the county town, Brewery Square is a lively and stylish hub for shopping, dining and leisure. It offers a variety of eateries, both classic and independent stores as well as a cinema and pharmacy. Dorchester itself, rich in history enjoys some of the county's most noted architecture, and provides further shopping facilities, main line rail links, arts centre, museums, additional restaurants, and bars together with the county hospital and weekly market. The famous Jurassic Coast World Heritage site – a simply stunning coastline is just a few miles away.

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Brewery Square in the heart of Dorchester
Third floor balcony apartment
Underground parking space
Host of communal facilities
No forward chain
Retirement apartment for the over 55s

ROOM MEASUREMENTS Please refer to floor plan.

SERVICES Mains drainage & electricity. Electric central heating.

LOCAL AUTHORITY Dorset (West Dorset) Council, tax band C.

BROADBAND Standard download 2 Mbps, upload 0.4 Mbps. Superfast download 80 Mbps, upload 20 Mbps. Please note all available speeds quoted are 'up to'.

MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE O2 & Vodafone. For further information please go to Ofcom website.

TENURE Leasehold. Ground rent £150 p/a; service charge £3,491 p/a; lease remaining 113 years.

PLEASE NOTE Please note the sale of this property is subject to a Grant of Probate.

LETTINGS Should you be interested in acquiring a Buy-to-Let investment, and would appreciate advice regarding the current rental market, possible yields, legislation for landlords and how to make a property safe and compliant for tenants, then find out about our Investor Club from our expert, Alexandra Holland. Alexandra will be pleased to provide you with additional, personalised support; just call her on the branch telephone number to take the next step.

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Important information

This is not a Shared Ownership Property

Property Ref: 654487_DOR240216