Summary - 7 THE STABLES PUDDLETOWN DORCHESTER DT2 8TJ
2 bed 2 bath Retirement Property
Spacious, characterful two-bedroom retirement flat with garage and gardens — ideal for downsizers.
Grade II listed first-floor retirement apartment (over 55s)
Large 2-bedroom layout — approx. 967 sq ft with generous sitting room
Garage in block with power and light included
Beautifully kept communal gardens and resident facilities
108 years remaining on lease — leasehold tenure
High annual service charge £6,816 — covers many services
Electric underfloor heating; predominantly electric running costs
Listing and conservation status may restrict alterations
A well-presented first-floor, two-bedroom retirement apartment set within a handsome Grade II former stable building at Walpole Court. The apartment occupies generous rooms (approximately 967 sq ft) with a spacious double-aspect sitting room, a fitted kitchen/diner, and one bedroom with a small balcony overlooking mature communal gardens. Its period character—prominent chimneys, sash-style windows and a bell tower feature—gives the home charm while remaining comfortable and practical.
This apartment is aimed at over-55 buyers seeking low-exertion living with on-site support. Residents benefit from a managed development with 24/7 call system, laundry facilities, guest suite, and beautifully kept communal grounds. A garage in a nearby block (with power and light) and good mobile signal add practical convenience, while superfast broadband is available for staying connected.
Important considerations: the property is Grade II listed and in a conservation area, which can restrict alterations and require specialist consent for works. It is leasehold with 108 years remaining and an annual service charge of £6,816 (covers water, building maintenance, staff, alarms, laundry and communal services). Heating is electric underfloor, and the main fuel is electricity, which should be noted for running costs.
Overall, this apartment suits buyers downsizing who value period character, a managed retirement community, and landscaped communal grounds. It is well presented and move-in ready, but those planning significant changes or concerned about ongoing service costs should factor in listing restrictions and the above-average service charge.
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