2 bed end terrace house for sale

Bindon Abbey Street, Poundbury, Dorchester DT1

Nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is this beautifully presented and well proportioned, two bed end-of-terrace family home. The property is comprised of a reception room, an open kitchen/diner, a modern family bathroom and a ground floor W/C. Additionally, the home benefits from an enclosed rear garden and the right to use one allocated parking space. The marketing price represents a 60% shared ownership. There is an option to purchase the property at 100% if desired. EPC rating B.

Situation

Poundbury is an urban development of the County Town of Dorchester and is King Charles III vision of the development of new communities in the 21st century. It is designed to be a sustainable development where it is possible to meet a higher proportion of daily needs on foot, rather than relying upon a car. Within walking distance to the property there is a plethora of amenities including Waitrose, The Duchess of Cornwall Hotel and Restaurant and an ever-growing range of bistros, coffee shops, beauty salons, shops, hairdressers, dentists, medical centre, garden centre and the highly regarded Damers First School. The Great Field is a short walk away and offers a wonderful open space. A Monart luxury spa is situated within the Royal Pavilion, Queen Mother Square and the Dorset County Hospital is also nearby.

Description

Entrance to the property is via a wooden door, opening into a welcoming hallway that houses stairs that rise to the first floor and a door that provides access to all ground floor rooms. The generous reception room is a warm and inviting space that receives natural light gained via a front aspect double glazed window. There is a useful under stairs storage cupboard and an opening leads to the well-equipped kitchen/diner fitted with a comprehensive range of modern white, wall and base level units with work surface over. There is an integral oven with four ring electric hob, and additional space for appliances including dishwasher, washing machine and fridge freezer. A further opening leads to the ground floor WC and a door opens onto the rear garden.

Stairs rise to the first-floor landing, where you’ll find access to two double bedrooms, the bathroom, and an airing cupboard. Both bedrooms are tastefully designed and have a bright and airy feel with calming tones and fitted carpets. The family bathroom is well presented and fitted with a white suite including a panel enclosed bath with a shower attachment over, W/C and a hand wash basin. The room is finished with part tiled walls and tile effect flooring.

To the rear of the property is an enclosed garden, predominantly laid to lawn, with a patio area adjoining the house. A raised planter to one side is well stocked with a variety of shrubs and plants, adding colour and interest. A rear gate provides convenient access to the parking space.

Agents Notes

There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £225 and £315 dependent upon location. Reduced fees are offered for early payment. The seller advises this fee is included within the payments made to Aster Housing Group. For further information on Poundbury including covenants and stipulations, please visit

The asking price represents 60% of the full market value. The property is offered for sale with a monthly rent payable of £347.66 to Aster for the remaining 40%. There is an option to staircase to 100% ownership of the freehold upon completion. In the event the purchaser staircases to 100% value, the rent element will cease.

Lease length - 125 years from and including 1st April 2019

Any purchaser, applying to purchase the property under shared ownership, must have a local connection to Dorset either through residency, work or family and must obtain approval from Aster Group If the property is purchased under 100% value, the 106 local connection agreement is not applicable.

Local Authorities

Dorset Council
County Hall
Colliton Park
Dorchester
DT1 1XJ

Council tax band C.

Services

Mains electricity and water are connected.
Gas fired central heating.

Flood Risk

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Mobile And Broadband Service

At the time of the listing, standard, superfast and ultrafast broadband are available.

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Stamp Duty

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