Somerleigh Road, Dorchester, DT1 1AF

A bright and spacious first-floor two-bedroom apartment extending to just under 1,000 sq ft, offering independence and a high standard of living in retirement, conveniently located close to the town centre with parking facilities.

The Property - Chesil Place is part of a quality development offering the very best in close-care independent living, with stylish and spacious apartments, first-class facilities, care and services on the doorstep, and the reassurance of an on-site dedicated nursing home if required. The standard close-care package includes 24-hour emergency cover, including trained staff, a daily visit, use of the lounge/dining room and other communal facilities, as well as events and activities, allowing you to be as social as you like, when you like. The apartment has been designed for wheelchair access and benefits from gas-fired central heating and modern double glazing.

A security entry phone provides access to the building. The apartment itself has a spacious entrance hall with a fitted cloaks cupboard. The reception room features a stunning box bay window with a pleasant south-westerly outlook, making the most of the sunshine. Measuring over 23 ft in length, this light and airy room offers ample space for large furniture. Adjacent is the fitted kitchen, with plenty of storage, an integrated electric oven, hob and extractor fan, together with space and plumbing for a washing machine, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Further features include under-counter lighting, a wall-mounted gas central heating boiler and a hatch to the sitting room.

Two double bedrooms are situated to the rear of the building. The principal bedroom has fitted wardrobe cupboards, while the second bedroom offers flexibility for a variety of uses. The bright and generous shower room features a large, easy-access walk-in shower, WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail and emergency pull cord.

Outside - Outside, there are landscaped communal grounds with seating areas, paved terraces and parking spaces for residents and visitors.

Situation - Chesil Place enjoys a convenient location in the heart of Dorchester, within easy level walking distance of the town’s shops and recreational facilities, including Borough Gardens, the library, restaurants, cafés, bars and cinema.

Dorset County Hospital and a doctor’s surgery are nearby, while both Dorchester South and Dorchester West railway stations offer mainline rail services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads respectively.

The town is home to numerous sports clubs and a leisure centre. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are many footpaths and bridleways across the surrounding countryside. A short drive to the south brings you to the Jurassic Coast, with its sandy beaches, scenic walks and a variety of water sports.

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Services - All main services are connected. Gas fired central heating.

Broadband - Ultrafast speed available.

Mobile - There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. (

Council Tax Band: D (Dorset Council - )

Lease Details - Lease 150 years from 1st Jan 2001 (125 years remaining). Service charge £8,434.80 per annum (2026), paid on a monthly basis in £702.90 amounts. To include 24hr emergency response, monthly activities and two large events, building insurance, maintenance of communal areas and gardens. Restrictions: The lease prohibits subletting and holiday letting of the property.

Material Information - Please note the property falls within a conservation area. Photographs were taken in September 2026. A 1.5% Deferred Membership Fee is payable by the seller upon the sale of the property.