Rent 2 bedroom flat in South West England

Retirement apartment - only suitable for those aged 55 and over Available late July for an initial 12-month tenancy. Not suitable for pets or children. Fleur de Lis is designed as an independent living environment, not assisted living and was constructed in 1998. It includes double-glazed units, electric heating, a security entry phone system, lift and stairs to all floors, a communal residents lounge and landscaped garden. There is also a guest suite on site, which is bookable in advance. It is located close to amenities, transport links and a short walk from the town centre. Located on the second floor, this apartment offers well-proportioned accommodation boasting far reaching views over Dorchester and beyond. A generous size hallway leads onto all principal rooms. The large open plan sitting room/diner leads into a well-equipped kitchen with wall and floor mounted units with worktops over and integrated fridge freezer, hob with extractor hood, dishwasher, and double oven. The sitting room/diner boasts an attractive semi-circular feature window with views across Dorchester town, letting ample light into the property. The principal bedroom has fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room, the second bedroom also boasts fitted wardrobes. Both are good sized double bedrooms. There is a separate shower room with built in airing cupboard and cupboard with washing machine and tumble dryer. Externally there is a communal landscaped garden with gravelled beds, paved seating areas and a variety of shrubs. A gated driveway leads to a parking area with uncovered parking. There are further covered spaces on a waiting list basis. Mobile scooters are permitted to be parked in the external area provided for residents. Rent: - £1200 per calendar month / £276 per week Holding Deposit - £276 Security Deposit - £1384 Council Tax Band - E EPC - D Utilities The property has electric heating. Tenants to pay £30 per month for water and drainage charges. The rent is exclusive of all other utility bills including Council Tax, Broadband and Electric. There is mobile signal and Ultrafast broadband provided to the property as stated by the Ofcom website. There is no recorded flood risk at the property. Situation Poundbury is a development inspired and designed by the Prince of Wales and is located on the western outskirts of Dorchester the County Town of Dorset. Middlemarsh Street is conveniently located just a short walk from Pummery Square which provides a wide range of amenities including a general store, public house, cafe, and hairdresser. A wider range of amenities can be found across Poundbury including Waitrose, Brace of Butchers, cafes, veterinary practice, dentist surgery, doctor's surgery, general garden centre and specialist boutiques. The County Town of Dorchester is situated approximately 11⁄2 miles from the apartment and provides a comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities including a leisure centre, library and cinemas. The town also boasts mainline rail links to both London and Bristol. The A35 gives access to Poole and Bournemouth and the cross channel ferries at Poole. There is a regular bus service from Poundbury to Dorchester with connections to surrounding towns and villages.