Somerleigh Road, Dorchester

A one-bedroom apartment on the second floor, offering independence and a high quality of life during retirement, all while being conveniently located near the town centre.

The Property - Hascombe Court is part of a quality development of close-care apartments offering on site nursing home facilities and 24 hour emergency response within the centre of Dorchester. The customisable care package offers a range of services such as daily healthcare assistant visits, laundry and cleaning services and guest suites for visitors.

A security entry phone gives access to the building. There is a communal entrance with a lift and stairs that will take you to all floors, as well as a lounge/dining room and other communal areas for residents to enjoy. The apartment has been designed to cater for wheelchair access, has gas fired central heating and double glazing.

Accommodation - This one-bedroom apartment offers comfortable and spacious living accommodation. The entrance hall features a built-in cupboard for additional storage. The generous sitting room, accessed via double doors, is light and bright with windows overlooking the communal garden areas. The fully fitted kitchen comes with integrated appliances, including an induction hob with extractor hood, oven, microwave oven at eye level, and ample cupboard space. There is also room for a freestanding fridge. The large bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes, while the bathroom includes a white suite with both a bath and separate shower, along with a heated towel rail.

Outside - Outside there are landscaped communal grounds with seating areas, paved terraces and resident/visitor parking spaces.

Situation - Hascombe Court enjoys a convenient location in the heart of the county town, just a short walk from the high street and shops. The new Brewery Square development is also close by and boasts a variety of shops, restaurants and a multi-screen cinema.

The nearby Dorchester South and Dorchester West stations in the town provide mainline rail services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads.

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Services - Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are connected.
Gas fired central heating system.

Broadband - Ultrafast speed available
Mobile - Limited mobile coverage indoors but likely coverage outdoors (

Council Tax Band: C (Dorset Council - )

Material Information - The property falls within a conservation area.

Lease 150 years from January 2001 (126 years remaining).
Service charge £5,628 per annum, paid on a monthly basis in £469 amounts.
To include 24hr emergency response, monthly activities and two large events, building insurance, maintenance of communal areas and gardens.