Summary - 6 THE STABLES PUDDLETOWN DORCHESTER DT2 8TJ
2 bed 2 bath Retirement Property
Period charm with low-maintenance communal services — ideal for over-55s seeking countryside living.
- First-floor two-bedroom apartment in converted 17th-century stables
- South-facing double-aspect sitting room and separate dining room
- Large master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and en-suite basin and WC
- Garage nearby in a communal block with electricity and lighting
- On-site guest suite, laundry room and resident estate managers
- Leasehold: 108 years remaining; no ground rent but resale fee applies
- Service charge £6,816pa (above average) covers maintenance and insurance
- First-floor access via stairs; broadband speeds average in area
A charming two-bedroom first-floor apartment set within Walpole Court, a converted 17th-century stable block in picturesque Puddletown. The apartment benefits from double-aspect rooms, a south-facing sitting room, separate dining room and a fitted kitchen — useful for independent living with space for visitors.
Designed for the over-55s, the development is managed and maintained by a not-for-profit retirement housing organisation. Residents have access to a guest suite, laundry room, on-site estate managers and a personal alarm system, making this an attractive lock-up-and-leave option for downsizers who want low-maintenance country living.
Important practical points: the property is leasehold with 108 years remaining and a service charge of £6,816 per year (above average). On resale a management pack fee of £500 plus VAT is payable. The garage is in a nearby block rather than adjoining the apartment, and the home is on the first floor so access involves stairs.
This apartment will suit buyers seeking characterful, low-maintenance accommodation in a quiet rural setting close to Puddletown amenities and Dorchester. It offers period charm and practical communal services but carries ongoing service costs and leasehold responsibilities that should be factored into any purchase decision.
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