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Casterbridge Court, 32 London Road, Dorchester, Dorset

PROPERTY TYPE

Retirement Property

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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Key features

  • Exclusive over 60's building
  • Ground floor apartment
  • Direct door access to the garden
  • Off street parking opposite the main entrance
  • 24/7 call system for emmergencies
  • On-site House Manager
  • Camera entry system
  • Communal lounge
  • Guest suite
  • Council Tax Band D

Description

A contemporary and high specification, ground floor apartment with garden access and 2 double bedrooms, located in Dorchester town with off street parking.

The Property - Casterbridge Court is a luxury retirement living development of just 44 apartments for the over 60's within close proximity of the County town centre of Dorchester. This ground floor, 2 double bedroom apartment benefits from an on-site House Manager during office hours and a 24/7 call system for emergencies, meaning peace of mind with for your safety, security and accessibility.

Built with a high end specification in mind this beautifully designed exclusive ground level apartment with direct garden access, is fitted with ample storage cupboards, raised sockets and appliances of ease of use.

The apartment benefits from being located to the rear of the building and takes full advantage of its sunny aspect. The sitting room has a large glazed door giving direct access to the patio and the communal gardens beyond. The kitchen has been fitted to a high standard including built in fridge and freezer, dishwasher, washer / dryer, microwave and electric oven and hob. The 2 bedrooms are both spacious double bedrooms and the master bedroom has a built in walk in wardrobe with quality shelving and rails. The spacious stylish ensuite has an extra large level walk in shower cubicle with full tiling and a fitted cupboard with shelving. The main bathroom is also spacious and has a bath as well as shower cubicle. The apartment entrance all is fitted with a large walk in utility cupboard with space and plumbing for a washer / dryer as well as the Vent-Axia boiler, pressurised hot water cylinder and there is further space for storage.

Outside there are well kept communal gardens with patio areas for out door dining and socialising and there is the advantage of a designated off road parking space located right opposite the main entrance.

Situation - Located a short distance away from amenities, Casterbridge Court is located close to a good range of shops, supermarkets, medical centre, restaurants and leisure facilities to include the ever growing Brewery Square Development. The Dorset County Hospital is also nearby. Dorchester also benefits from a highly regarded bus service and two train stations, with Dorchester South being a mainline station straight to London Waterloo.

There are numerous sports clubs around the town including cricket, rugby, football, tennis and golf. There are many footpaths and bridleways across the beautiful surrounding countryside. The Jurassic Coastline is a few miles to the south with some sandy beaches, outstanding walks and the opportunity to enjoy a number of water sports activities.

Services - Mains gas, electrics, water and drainage.

Broadband - Ultrafast speed available
Mobile - It is reported that there is limited indoor coverage and likely outdoor coverage (

Local Authority - Dorset Council

Council Tax Band: D
EPC: B

Lease Information - 999 year lease commencing January 2021. 998 years remaining. Service charges £3,600 per annum, payable monthly in amounts of £300. No ground rent payable.

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: D
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Casterbridge Court, 32 London Road, Dorchester, Dorset

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Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Dorchester South Station0.6 miles
  • Dorchester West Station0.7 miles
  • Upwey Station5.0 miles
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Symonds & Sampson, Dorchester

9 Weymouth Avenue Brewery Square, Dorchester DT1 1QR

Symonds & Sampson, Dorchester

Established in 1858, Symonds & Sampson's reputation is built on trust and integrity. Our aim is to provide individuals and businesses alike with high quality agency and professional services across residential, commercial and rural property sectors. Over 150 forward-thinking experts in our 16 regional offices will help you make the best decisions, ensuring that the buying, selling and managing of your most valuable asset is straight-forward and rewarding.

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