40 Bowes Lyon Court, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset

Listed 16 Mar 2026 · price reduced 7 Oct 2026 · Dorchester
***To support a smooth transition, the vendor is willing to consider a contribution towards service charges and/or redecoration, subject to negotiation.***
Set in the CENTRE OF POUNDBURY, CLOSE TO AMENITIES, to include Poundbury Garden Centre, The Duchess of Cornwall Restaurant and Waitrose, to name a few, is this TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM APARTMENT offered for sale with NO ONWARD CHAIN. The property boasts SPACIOUS ACCOMMODATION, with: a PRIVATE BALCONY with FAR-REACHING VIEWS over Poundbury and the countryside; an ELEGANT, SPACIOUS LOUNGE DINER as well as PRACTICAL WETROOM and separate WC. It is located within the highly regarded five-star McCarthy & Stone development of Bowes Lyon Court, presenting excellent communal facilities including lounge, library, laundries, leisure areas, well-being suite and restaurant.
Stepping over the threshold, you find yourself in the generous entrance hallway. The hallway provides a warm welcome to the home, is the perfect space to store shoes and hang coats as well as including both airing and storage cupboards. The hallway also provides access to the separate WC - a very useful addition to the apartment.
The living area presents a dual-aspect, light and airy lounge diner well-suiting open-plan living. The room hosts newly fitted carpets, bespoke curtains and access to the balcony. The balcony is a beautiful outside space to lap up rays of sunshine overlooking Poundbury and far-reaching countryside views.
The kitchen comprises contemporary shaker-style wall and base units with worktops over and includes integrated appliances such as a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, eye-level electric oven, microwave, induction hob and extractor hood. There is also space for a washing machine or dishwasher.
The property boasts two well-proportioned double bedrooms offering plenty of floorspace and boasting a pleasant outlook spilling rays of sunshine into the room. The principal suite also boasts a walk-in wardrobe.
A modern, age-friendly wet room with WC completes the internal accommodation.
Heating is via under floor heating with a separate thermostat for each room.
Lounge Diner - 6.46m x 3.8m (21'2" x 12'5") -
Kitchen - 2.96m x 2.37m (9'8" x 7'9") -
Bedroom One - 5.33m x 3.03m (17'5" x 9'11" ) -
Walk In Wardrobe - 1.44 x 1.21 (4'8" x 3'11") -
Bedroom Two - 3.82m x 3.17m (12'6" x 10'4") -
Wet Room - 2.85m x 2.17m (9'4" x 7'1") -
Utility Store - 2.31 x 1.28 (7'6" x 4'2") -
Wc -
Hallway -
Service Charge - The annual service charge is £11,886.69 and covers a comprehensive range of services and facilities. This includes one hour of weekly domestic assistance for each apartment, which may be used for cleaning and/or laundry assistance, along with staffing costs for a 24-hour on-site team and an estate manager. The charge also provides for the cleaning of external windows and internal communal glazing, as well as water rates for both the apartments and shared areas. The service charge also enables a cooked three-course meal, with extensive daily menus, to be provided every day at low cost.
Electricity, heating, lighting and power to all communal areas are included, together with underfloor heating to each individual apartment. A 24-hour emergency call system is in place, with pull cords installed in every room, including the cloakroom and wet room. The service charge further covers repairs and ongoing maintenance to internal and external communal areas, buildings insurance and provision for on-site catering facilities.
Ground Rent - Annual ground rent of £510.00.
There is an annual Manco charge with charges varying between £210 and £300 dependent upon location.
Length Of Lease - Lease Length - 125 years from August 2016.
-Storage compartments £75.00 per annum. -Underground parking space - £250.00 per annum. (Both are subject to availability at time of sale).
Assisted Living - Bowes Lyon Court offers tailored Assisted Living services*, with care and support packages designed to suit individual needs. A 24-hour on-site manager and emergency pull cords in every room provide peace of mind. Residents can request morning wake-up calls and benefit from flexible care arrangements that can be adjusted over time. A daily three-course cooked lunch is available in the table-service restaurant (at a minimal additional cost), alongside optional domestic support. The development also features comfortable communal lounges, a library, coffee areas and a Wellbeing Suite offering health, beauty and hairdressing services.
Bowes Lyon Court - Bowes Lyon Court is an exclusive Assisted Living development designed for residents aged 70 and over. The development comprises 62 one and two-bedroom apartments and benefits from lift access to all floors. It is ideally positioned within easy walking distance of Queen Mother Square, which offers a selection of amenities including Waitrose, a public house, butcher, Monart Luxury Spa, gallery, garden centre, cafés, opticians and restaurants. The wider Poundbury development also provides boutiques, a post office, veterinary practice, dental and doctors’ surgeries, Damers First School and several specialist retailers.
Additional Information. - The following details have been provided by the vendor, as required by Trading Standards. These details should be checked by your legal representative for accuracy.
Property type: Retirement Apartment Property construction: Standard Mains Electricity Mains Water & Sewage: Supplied by Wessex Water Heating Type: Gas Central Heating Broadband/Mobile signal/coverage: For further details please see the Ofcom Mobile Signal & Broadband checker. checker.ofcom.org.uk/
Disclaimer. - These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. All measurements are approximate. Any details including (but not limited to): lease details, service charges, ground rents, property construction, services, & covenant information are provided by the vendor, and you should consult with your legal advisor/ satisfy yourself before proceeding. No person in this firm’s employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.
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Median sold prices in DT1 over the last 12 months: flat £178k · terraced £300k · detached £530k · semi-detached £360k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 23 Jul 2026 | £170,000 |
| 12 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 1 May 2026 | £305,000 |
| 56 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 27 Mar 2026 | £415,000 |
| 24 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 23 Jan 2026 | £210,000 |
| 25 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 17 Oct 2025 | £220,000 |
| 4 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 2 Jul 2025 | £230,000 |
| 34 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 3 Jun 2025 | £176,000 |
| 40 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 12 Dec 2024 | £395,000 |
| 14 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 5 Dec 2024 | £300,000 |
| 8 Bowes Lyon Court, 2, Bowes Lyon Place Dorchester DT1 3DA | Flat Leasehold | 26 Apr 2024 | £285,000 |
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Listed by Hull Gregson Hull, Dorchester on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 16 Mar 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 07/10/2026.
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