1-bedroom house · DT1 1WY
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About
A beautifully designed one/two bedroom retirement apartment at Casterbridge Court, an exclusive Retirement Living development by McCarthy Stone, set just moments from the heart of historic Dorchester.
Thoughtfully crafted for comfortable, independent living for the over 60s, the apartment combines stylish modern interiors with practical features including ample storage, raised sockets, easy-turn taps and a fitted washer-dryer in the utility cupboard.
Select apartments also benefit from private balconies, offering a peaceful spot to unwind.
Residents enjoy access to a cosy communal lounge with Wi-Fi and audio-visual facilities, beautifully landscaped gardens, a hotel-style guest suite for visiting family, and lift access to all floors.
A dedicated House Manager is on site during office hours, with a 24/7 emergency call system and camera entry providing complete peace of mind.
Casterbridge Court sits within a 15-minute walk of Dorchester town centre, with a supermarket, medical centre, pharmacy, fitness centre, library, cafés, restaurants and two train stations all close by.
Floor plans are illustrative only and may not reflect current stock availability at the time of viewing. Easy independent living for the over 60s.
All our retirement property for sale and rent in Dorchester is cleverly designed with smart yet stylish features, like easy turn taps, to make life easier now and in the future.
Low maintenance, warm and elegant, with the latest security and safety features built in, most of our homeowners enjoy cheaper bills too.
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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