1-bedroom flat · DT1 2FP
Let agreedListed 28 days
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About
This well-presented, modern first-floor flat is ideally located within walking distance of both Poundbury and Dorchester town centre.
The Property Accessed via a shared staircase, the accommodation comprises a spacious lounge/diner enjoying pleasant garden views, with a separate W/C leading off.
The contemporary kitchen is fitted with a range of modern units and includes an integrated oven and induction hob with extractor.
There is space for a fridge-freezer and plumbing for a washing machine. The property features one double bedroom, complete with a stylish en-suite shower room.
Please note these photos were taken in February 2023.
Outside Additional benefits include one allocated off-road parking space located at the front of the building, as well as a visitor parking space shared among all flats.
Residents also have access to a well-maintained communal garden at the rear of the property.
Situation Rook Court is situated off Castle Close, Baynard’s Road, within walking distance of both Poundbury and central Dorchester.
The property is situated in a convenient location near Pummery Square which provides easy access to the Poundbury Village Stores and a public house.
The 1610 Dorchester Sports Centre is a stone’s throw away from the property.
Queen Mother Square is also within walking distance, which provides a good range of amenities including Waitrose, a public house, butchers, gallery, coffee houses, restaurant and garden centre.
Across the Poundbury development there are a variety of boutiques, a post office, veterinary practice, dental surgeries and doctors’ surgeries.
The county town of Dorchester has a great selection of both independent and national retailers, choice of cinemas and restaurants.
The town boasts mainline rail links to Weymouth, London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads.
There is a regular bus service from Poundbury to Dorchester and connections to surrounding towns and villages. Directions Use to navigate to the exact spot.
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Material Information Rent: - £800.00 per calendar month / £184.00 per week Holding Deposit - £184.00 Security Deposit - £923.00 Council Tax Band - A EPC Band – D
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