1-bedroom flat · DT11 7DQ
For saleReduced £5k (−7.1%) on 21 OctListed 156 days
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Summary Ryan Court is a centrally located retirement development for over-55s, within walking distance of shops and amenities.
Located on the Ground Floor with Reception, Kitchen, Bedroom and Shower Room.
Description Blandford Forum is a historic market town in Dorset, with origins dating back to Anglo-Saxon times, situated on the River Stour.
Following the devastating Great Fire of 1731, much of the town was rebuilt, resulting in the distinctive and well-preserved Georgian architecture seen today.
Historically, the town flourished as a centre for markets and industries, including brewing and stagecoach travel.
Today, Blandford Forum is renowned for its elegant townscape, historic Market Place, and local museums. Ryan Court is a retirement development located in the heart of Blandford Forum.
Built in the late 1980s, the complex comprises apartments designed primarily for residents aged 55 or 60 and over.
It benefits from a convenient position within easy walking distance of the town centre, shops, and local amenities.
Entrance Hall The apartment is located on the Ground Floor of the building with Entrance Door Leading in to the Entrance hall. Doors to Reception Room, Bedroom and Shower Room.
Large Hall way cupboard with water heater and fuse box. Reception Room Bright Reception room Double Glazed Window with views over the street with day life passing by. Efficient electric wall heater.
Access to the Kitchen. Kitchen Range of Wood effect Cupboard and draw fronts and contrasting work tops, inset sink with mixer taps. Inset electric hob and oven with extractor hood over.
Under counter fridge and freezer. Bedroom Good sized double bedroom with Double Glazed window to White Mill Street. Wall mounted heater. Double Wardrobe.
Bathroom Modern white suite with close coupled Wc and pedestal wash hand basin. Panel Bath with electric shower over and thermostatic shower controls and shower screen.
The bath is also fitted with a bath assist unit making entering easier. Half tiled walls.
Gardens And Parking The building has excellent communal areas which include the gardens, large parking facilities on a first come first served basis, communal lounge and community room, outside chairs and tables and a communal laundry room with washing machines and tumble dryers.
We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
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Money laundering regulations - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract. 3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
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