Peelers Court, St Andrews Road, Bridport, Dorset, DT6

A top floor 1-bed apartment within this popular and active retirement complex with lovely view from the balcony overlooking the extensive gardens and grounds, just a walk from the town centre

SITUATION: The property is located within the Peelers Court retirement complex which lies just off the town centre of Bridport. The shopping centre is just a short walk away with its vibrant community, mainly independent shops boosted by a twice-weekly street market, artist's quadrant, medical centre, art centre, Electric Palace theatre/cinema, leisure centre with indoor swimming pool and fitness suites and the central Bucky Doo Square which hosts bands, festivals and events all year round.

The area is steeped with organisations and clubs covering most leisure interests and there are well supported U3A groups.

The coast at West Bay lies some 2 miles to the south with its pebble beaches, fishing/boating harbour, golf course on East Cliff and wide range of marine and leisure pursuits, together with access to the Jurassic Coastline and South West Coastal Paths.

THE PROPERTY is located on the second floor facing north with probably the best views in the development enjoying a north-facing balcony with a view over the grounds and gardens. The west sun floods the balcony in the evening.

The purpose built complex comprises four floors each served by a lift and two staircases. The complex is well-serviced with a residents' parking area, communal lounge, laundry room and guest suite and there is a Development Manager with a good number of events organised. There is a 24 hour emergency call system and phone entry system. Occupancy is limited to the over 60's with a second occupant of over 55 years.

This apartment offers standard accommodation with a well fitted shaped kitchen, spacious lounge, elongated bedroom and modern shower room.

THE ACCOMMODATION comprises the following:
From the lift opening on the second floor turn right and No 61 will be found on the right hand-side of the corridor.
ENTRANCE HALL: Shelved airing cupboard with Pulsacoil hot water cylinder and slatted shelves. Built-in cupboard housing the modern electric consumer unit and providing storage.
LOUNGE/DINING ROOM with fully-glazed door opening to the balcony facing north and enjoying views over the garden and grounds. TV aerial points and night storage heater. Double doors opening to the:
SHAPED KITCHEN: Well-fitted with a comprehensive range of wall-mounted cupboards and base units with attractive work surfaces incorporating a sink unit, a 4-ring electric hob, waist-height electric oven in cupboard housing, space for fridge and plumbing for dishwasher. Dimplex wall mounted heater, window over the sink enjoying views over the communal grounds.
BEDROOM: A shaped double bedroom with window to the north with birds-eye views over the communal gardens, built-in double wardrobe with folding mirror doors, fitted with low shelf and hanging rail, night storage heater.
BATHROOM with large shower cubicle with screen, low-level WC and vanity unit with wash basin with mirror, strip light. Small heated towel rail and wall mounted Dimplex heater, fully tiled walls.

OUTSIDE
There are communal gardens with pergola/sitting area and well-tended grounds for enjoying the wildlife. There is residents' only parking to the front.

SERVICES: Mains water, electric and drainage. Council Tax Band C. Superfast Fibre Broadband available with Openreach approx 79-80 Mbps download speed. Likely mobile coverage from all main providers.

There is a 125 year lease from 2003 with 106 years remaining. The Service Charge is £3,539.58 per annum and includes window cleaning, water charges, buildings' insurance and maintenance of communal areas. Limited mobility scooter storage. The Ground Rent is £385.00 per annum.

PETS are allowed by permission from the Management Company but cannot be replaced.

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