Canon Woods Close, DT9

Platinum Skies Sherborne

Rare opportunity to join a vibrant retirement community exclusively for over 55s in Sherborne. Don't miss out on this pre-loved property. Last few remaining properties available at Platinum Skies Sherborne with a balcony - get in touch today.

Shared Ownership available on this property
This property is available to purchase at 50% of its market value with shared ownership. Purchasers must be aged 55 and over and meet eligibility requirements to qualify.

Why buy a pre-loved home from Platinum Skies?
When you buy a pre-loved apartment, you are buying into a community full of like-minded individuals who are waiting to welcome you.

85 Mulberry House is one of 86 apartments exclusively for over-55's, recently built, in the style of a Georgian mansion using local hamstone, brick and slate.

It is positioned at first floor on the quiet eastern elevation of the building, with open and attractive views over the adjoining hotel complex. The internal design of the space is extremely user-friendly and offers a very spacious apartment. Finishes and fittings ensure that future needs are considered, whilst existing furnishings can either remain or be removed, in part or full.

Communal facilities on the ground floor include the central courtyard garden, private lounge, guest suite, a treatment room and a well-being studio. Weekly activities are commonplace and the development is run on a 'not for profit' basis. There is plentiful on-site parking, electric charging points, easy access lift provision and wide corridors.

Each community is purpose built to provide you a future proof solution to allow you the freedom to live life on your terms. With each pre-loved apartment competitively priced, you may get the apartment of your dreams for incredible value.

The benefits of buying a pre-loved home

• Competitively priced in line with the market value.
• The community is waiting to welcome you into your new home.
• Our dedicated resales managers are here to support you every step of the way.
• No longer have the worry of being on your own.
• Free to keep your independence, yet know you're supported.
• No-delays - once you have found your perfect pre-loved property, we can get you moved in a timely manner.

About 85 Mulberry House
85 Mulberry House is one of 86 apartments exclusively for over 55s built in the style of a Georgian mansion using local hamstone, brick and slate. This apartment features future-proofed designs such as wide hallways, soft-touch fittings, and anti-slip walk-in showers to ensure future needs are fully catered for.

Parking with electric car charging facilities and lift access to all apartments ensure that everything is in place to make your Platinum Skies life as easy and comfortable as possible.

Living/ Dining Room
This apartment is generously sized and boasts underfloor heating throughout to ensure that perfect temperature with thermostatic control. The high ceilings and large windows allow for a light and airy living space all year round. The open plan living and dining room gives you that extra space to move freely throughout your home and provides the perfect space to entertain when you have loved ones visiting.

Kitchen
The premium finish kitchen features the latest integrated, low maintenance, energy-efficient appliances from Neff and soft-close cupboards and drawers.

Bedrooms
The larger than average bedrooms are designed to fill with natural light. The built-in wardrobes allow for vital storage space, which fits in perfectly with the design of the room. The master bedroom also features an en-suite.

Bathrooms
The bathrooms feature Hansgrohe and Villeroy & Boch which exude quality with anti-slip walk-in showers with fitted glass shower screen, electric heated towel rail and an automatic night light for safe access all day and night.

Exclusive Communal Areas
At the heart of our Sherborne village, you'll find a like-minded community waiting to welcome you. Your Community Manager brings together your new neighbours, they're a reassuring presence and a master organiser creating opportunities for everyone to enjoy a varied programme of activities and events from fish & chips Friday to regular book club meetings.

Or if you prefer, you can relax in the manicured gardens, dine in the on-site bistro and enjoy a coffee with neighbours in the private homeowner lounge areas. Take some time out for yourself and enjoy the spa and pampering treatments. There is even a guest suite available to hire so you can spend quality time with loved ones.

You can immerse yourself into the community or live as independently as you wish.

Security
Feel secure in your apartment with security fob access control to the building, gardens and car park entrances.

Living in Sherborne
Sherborne in north-west Dorset is a delightful market town full of Georgian grandeur. Combining a wealth of history with a lively community, you'll find shops offering antiques, all manner of local produce, fashion, cosy tearooms and coffee shops, pubs and restaurants. The town has a unique beauty which has attracted many notable visitors through the centuries.

Whether you're discovering the majesty of the Abbey, the castles or the local architecture, you're sure to be charmed by the character of the famous ochre-coloured hamstone.

And you'll find plenty of activities to keep you occupied, from weekly markets to sporting events, arts lectures and wine tastings. Or maybe a walk in the beautiful rolling countryside - it's all here on your doorstep.

Located at the top of Horsecastles Lane and the A30, Mulberry House is close to local amenities and transport. Its location means that everything you need is nearby, whether you're planning a visit to the Abbey, the shops or venturing further afield by bus or train.

Sherborne has good public transport systems that connect to several towns in the surrounding area. The nearby train station has a direct line to London which takes around 2 hours, and it's roughly an hour's journey to get to Exeter. There are also plenty of local bus routes visiting Dorchester, Sturminster Newton, Yeovil, and Wincanton.

Testimony from a current Platinum Skies Homeowner in Sherborne
"The best bit about living here is simple really. It's just living here. It's the friends we're making and not feeling as though we're alone anymore. We have a laugh everyday with somebody... it's just brilliant."

An affordable home - here's an example of what it could cost:
Rent: £840 per month*
Service Charge: £411 per month*

EPC rating: B

*50% share purchased is an illustrative example, the actual share purchased will vary by property, as the shared ownership percentage purchased must be the same as chosen by the previous owner. Service charges are an example based on the 2024/5 service charge budget. Homeowners are responsible for their individual home running costs for example; utility costs, council tax, insurance.