South Walks Road, Dorchester
- PROPERTY TYPE
Retirement Property
- BEDROOMS
1
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Key features
- Residents and visitors parking
- Central town centre location
- Communal gardens
- Town centre outlook
- 1st floor apartment
- Over 60's retirement complex
- House Manager on site
- Lift access to all floors
- Communal residents lounge
Description
The Property - Southfield House was built in the 1980's of standard construction and is a managed block of retirement apartments for the over 60's, situated within a conservation area, close and level stroll to the town centre.
Accommodation - This well-positioned first-floor apartment offers a delightful outlook over South Walks Road at the end of the pedestrianised shopping area of South Street, making it an ideal spot to observe the vibrant surroundings.
The accommodation comprises a welcoming hallway with a spacious airing cupboard with hot water cylinder and a separate cloaks cupboard. The bright and airy sitting/dining room enjoys views of South Walks Road, while the separate fitted kitchen features an integrated electric oven, hob, and extractor hood, along with washing machine and fridge/freezer. The property includes a generously sized double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a modern bathroom, complete with a bath and overhead shower. Additional benefits include double glazing throughout and the advantage of no forward chain. Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including emergency call alarms in every room, a secure entry system, lift and stair access to all floors, a communal lounge, and a guest bedroom available for booking in advance.
Outside - Well kept communal gardens to the front and rear with a pleasant communal seating area. Reserve parking and visitors parking.
Situation - Southfield House benefits from a convenient location in the heart of the county town, offering a comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities, including a leisure centre, library, doctor's surgery, restaurants, cafes, bars and a cinema.
The Dorset County Hospital is nearby, as are Dorchester South and Dorchester West stations, both offering mainline rail services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads, respectively. The town is home to numerous sports clubs, including cricket, rugby, football, tennis and golf. Additionally, there are many footpaths and bridleways across the beautiful surrounding countryside. Just a few miles to the south, the Jurassic Coastline offers sandy beaches, scenic walks and a variety of water sports activities.
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Services - Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.
Electric heating.
Broadband - Ultrafast speed available
Mobile - Limited indoors coverage and likely outdoors coverage (
Council Tax Band: A (Dorset Council - )
Material Information - Lease 99 years from December 1988 (62 years remaining).
Service charge £2,095.44 per annum paid to Stonewater. Ground rent £5.83
Please note that pets are not permitted at the property and the Lease prohibits subletting.
Age Requirement - Whilst anyone can own the apartment, one of the occupants must be over the age of 60.
Brochures
21 South Walks.pdf- 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: A
- 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.
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- 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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South Walks Road, Dorchester
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