Stunning Abbey and countryside views from rooftop garden
A rare first-floor apartment in a converted Victorian school, offering bright rooms, generous proportions and striking views over Sherborne Abbey. The property forms one of only five apartments and benefits from lift access, an allocated parking space plus a single garage—ideal for buyers looking to downsize without losing space.
The apartment opens to a welcoming hall and separates sleeping and living areas for privacy. The sitting room opens onto a private rooftop garden laid with artificial turf and a waterproof membrane, providing a low-maintenance outdoor space and wide town and countryside vistas. The principal bedroom includes a small balcony; the second double can serve as a guest room, home office or dining area.
Practical strengths include a long lease (c.976 years remaining), share of freehold, gas central heating, modern electrics and fast broadband/mobile signal. The apartment is offered chain free, making it straightforward to move in.
Notable drawbacks are factual and important: the building’s original sandstone/limestone walls are assumed to have no built-in insulation, which may affect heating costs and future upgrade requirements. The property has a single bathroom (jack-and-jill shower room) and an annual service charge of around £2,000. Internal images shown were from a previous vendor’s campaign and may not reflect the current décor.
