Summary - ST. MARYS MEWS, 1 FLAT 12 FERNLEA AVENUE FERNDOWN BH22 8HF
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Comfortable, community-focused living with convenient on-site facilities for over-60s.
Ground-floor one-bedroom retirement apartment with communal garden access
Resident development manager and 24/7 emergency Appello call system
On-site facilities: hair salon, communal laundry, guest suite, lift
Approx. 468 sq ft; traditional layout; built 1989 with double glazing
Service charge £3,595.72 pa; ground rent £260.15 pa
Heating: electric storage heaters — consider ongoing running costs
Lease c.62–63 years remaining — mortgage lenders may refuse finance
Minimum age 60 restriction; not suitable for buyers seeking long mortgage terms
This ground-floor one-bedroom retirement apartment offers an accessible, low-maintenance base in a well-managed development in Ferndown. The flat opens to a comfortable lounge and kitchen and benefits from direct access to well-kept communal gardens, a pleasant spot for fresh air and social time. The development includes a resident manager, 24/7 emergency call system, lift access and on-site facilities such as a hairdressing salon, communal laundry and guest suite — practical extras for independent living.
Practical running costs are a notable factor: the service charge is £3,595.72 per year and ground rent is £260.15. Heating is via electric storage heaters, so energy costs should be considered. The apartment is mid-terrace construction from 1989 with double glazing; it is an average-sized home at about 468 sq ft and designed with traditional, accessible room layout.
Most significantly, the lease has around 62–63 years remaining. This limited lease term may make mortgage lending difficult or impossible for many buyers and will affect future resale value; purchasers should seek specialist mortgage and legal advice before committing. The property is offered as leasehold with a minimum age restriction of 60, making it suitable for downsizers seeking community living rather than buyers wanting a long-term asset with standard mortgage options.
In short: the flat is an attractive, ready-to-use retirement option within an affluent, low-crime area with strong local amenities. However, the short lease and relatively high service charge are material issues — important to weigh against the convenience and community facilities on offer.
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