Summary - 24 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place, Poundbury, DORCHESTER DT1 3DA
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
First-floor retirement flat with balcony, on-site care and extensive communal facilities..
South-facing walk-out balcony with views to Queen Mother Square
This well-presented first-floor retirement apartment offers a sunny south-facing balcony with views over Queen Mother Square — an ideal spot for morning coffee or watching Poundbury life. The double bedroom opens onto the balcony and includes a walk-in wardrobe; the living room and modern kitchen are bright and use space efficiently for comfortable one‑bed living.
Bowes Lyon Court is a Retirement Living Plus development built in 2016, with on-site CQC-registered care, an Estates Manager and a 24-hour emergency call system. Residents benefit from extensive communal facilities: a table-service restaurant, orangery, homeowners’ lounge, library, billiard room, salon and a guest suite for visiting family. One hour of domestic assistance per week is included in the service charge.
Practical points to note: the apartment is leasehold (approx. 116 years remaining) and the annual service charge is relatively high at £10,240.93, though it covers many services including underfloor heating, communal maintenance, staffing and building insurance. There is an annual ground rent of £435 and an underground parking permit charge (around £250 pa), while surrounding roads offer unrestricted parking.
This property suits a downsizer seeking convenience, safety and sociable communal living close to amenities such as Waitrose and local medical services. Be aware of slower broadband speeds and the significant service charge — potential buyers should check entitlement options and care-package costs to understand net running expenses.
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