- Private entrance +
- Arranged over two floors +
- Two double bedrooms +
- Ample residents parking +
- Gas central heating +
- Glorious communal gardens +
- No onward chain +
A two double bedroom property with unique front entrance, set within a characterful Victorian building and beautifully landscaped communal grounds.
The Dwelling - Charlton Down was created as a new village in 1997 and the three late Victorian hospital buildings were converted into apartments which became Redwood House, Greenwood House and Herrison House.
Accommodation - Beautiful covered stone steps lead up to the private front door and with no other property being above or below it, although a leasehold property, it very much feels like a welcoming and cosy house whilst having high ceilings and large sash windows. On the ground floor there is a South Westerly facing sitting room with central stone fireplace, fitted kitchen with under-stairs storage and a hallway. On the first floor are two light and airy double bedrooms with a white bathroom and the advantage of an en suite shower room to the master bedroom.
Outside - Ample residents parking, discreet refuse storage area and large landscaped grounds which are well-kept with a variety of mature trees and benches to sit and enjoy the grounds.
Situation - Charlton Down is a cul-de-sac and does not have to contend with any through traffic. It also benefits from a shop, a splendid village hall, gym, cricket pitch and tennis courts to which residents can book the use of. The County Town of Dorchester is approximately 4 miles away and provides a wide range of amenities and facilities including Dorchester South and Dorchester West train stations which provide services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads. There are a number of highly regarded schools and the renowned Dorset County Hospital. There is outstanding footpaths and bridleways over the surrounding countryside and along the coastline.
Services - Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Gas central heating.
Broadband - Ultrafast speed available
Mobile - It is reported that you are likely to have coverage outdoors and limited coverage indoors (
Council Tax Band: D (Dorset Council - )
Material Information - The freehold for number 12 is owned by Woodlanders Management Ltd but other properties in the building have bought a share of the freehold and we understand this could also be an option for a new owner of number 12 by separate negotiation.
Lease 999 years from November 1999 (974 years remaining).
Service charge £3,785.40 per annum. Paid twice yearly on 1st January and 1st July. (£1,892.70 x2)
Ground rent is £100 per annum.