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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · DT1 3TP
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About
An elegant penthouse set over two floors within the heart of Poundbury, offering generous size accommodation.
The Property From the rear of the property, is the communal entrance hallway with stairs to all floors.
On the second floor the apartment door leads into a spacious welcoming reception hall with access to the open plan kitchen/dining room.
The well-appointed kitchen is extensively fitted with an attractive range of wall and floor cupboards with work tops and a central island.
There are a number of integrated appliances; electric oven, electric hob, integrated dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine. There are two double bedrooms on this floor.
Both rooms with natural light and the impressive principal suite benefits from a dressing room and en-suite bathroom with bath and separate shower cubicle.
There is also a fully tiled family bathroom situated on this floor.
Stairs rise to the top floor where a landing provides access to a study/office, a versatile room that is fitted with integrated, custom-built furniture.
Also situated this floor is a triple aspect, impressive sitting room, beautifully presented and enjoying far reaching views toward Maiden Castle.
The room provides access to a delightful terrace/loggia with tiled flooring, lighting, and views over Poundbury and the surrounding countryside.
Outside To the rear of the building there is access to a garage in a block with power and light. There is also a parking space.
Situation The property is situated in a convenient location close to the stylish Buttermarket and also within walking distance of Queen Mother Square, which provides a good range of amenities including Waitrose, butchers, Luxury Monart Spa, gallery, coffee houses, restaurant and garden centre.
Across the Poundbury development there are a variety of boutiques, a veterinary practice, dentist surgery and doctors surgery along with a number of specialist outlets.
Directions What3words///decisions.cubic.such Services Mains gas, electric, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating system. Broadband- Ultrafast broadband is available.
Mobile phone coverage- Network coverage is limited indoors and likely outdoors (Information from ) Local Authority Dorset Council - Tel: Council tax band E Agents Note Leasehold We understand from our vendor: Leasehold – 250 years from 2011 with 235 years remaining.
The property is offered for sale with 1/6th share of the freehold.
There is an Annual Service charge of £2,500 Manco Charge - We are advised that there is a sum of circa £225 per annum payable to the Poundbury Estate.
Value & comps
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