About the property

SPLIT LEVEL LUXURY PENTHOUSE SET IN ICONIC BREWERY BUILDING - PRINCIPAL BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE & DRESSING ROOM, 28 FOOT WINTER GARDEN & TWO ROOF TERRACES WITH LOVELY VIEWS

The Eldridge Pope Brewery has been one of Dorchester's most historic and prominent landmarks since it was built in 1880. This imposing Victorian building has now been lovingly restored by Juno Homes to house an exceptional collection of warehouse apartments with spacious communal areas wide stair case and lift to all floors. It has been converted to perfectly suit modern living whilst retaining an abundance of the unique architectural features of the original building, such as the supporting steel columns, beautiful windows and brickwork. This is a rare opportunity to secure an apartment in such a stunning building.

The 29 foot open plan living space offers an exposed brick wall and feature windows with an engineered oak floor. The kitchen benefits from designer quartz worktops and white subway tiled splashback, there is a fitted sink and drainer grooves within the quartz worktop. There are integrated appliances to include, fridge/freezer, double eye level smeg ovens, induction hob and dishwasher. There is a separate utility space that houses the wall mounted boiler with space and plumbing for a washing machine.

From the living space the imposing staircase rises to the winter garden, a beautiful glazed reception room 28 foot long which has the feel of an orangery making it a lovely space for entertaining on the roof terrace. The large terrace has views across the roof tops of Dorchester and the countryside beyond. It is a tranquil spot yet in the heart of the town.

The principal bedroom has a dressing room with a range of shelving and hanging space. The luxury ensuite with VitrA fittings including oversized shower, wall mounted basin and WC the walls and floor are fully tiled. The LED lighting is on a sensor.

The second bedroom enjoys access to its own roof terrace this room would make a lovely home office with French doors to the terrace for those coffee breaks.

There is a further double bedroom and bathroom which also has high quality VitrA fittings, bath with shower over and screen, basin and WC. Fully tiled walls and floor along with the LED sensor lighting.

Viewing comes highly recommended to appreciate the high quality finish and sympathetic conversion that has been achieved on this historic building.

Dorchester is the county town of Dorset, situated between Poole and Bridport on the A35 trunk route. The historic market town of Dorchester is on the banks of the River Frome to the south of the Dorset Downs and north of the South Dorset Ridgeway that separates the area from Weymouth, approximately 7 miles (11 km) to the south. Brewery Square is a vibrant and stylish regeneration in the heart of Dorchester which currently boasts a variety of shops, eateries and leisure facilities including; Nando's, Carluccio's, Zizzi, Hobbs, Phase Eight, a Premier Inn Hotel, Anytime Fitness and an Odeon Cinema. As well as the well known brands of shops, eateries and leisure facilities, Brewery Square is also home to various independent businesses. Founded by Charles and Sarah Eldridge in 1833, the company built the Green Dragon Brewery in Dorchester in 1837. In 1879 two of John Allen Pope's sons, Alfred and Edwin, commissioned influential architect, W.R. Crickmay to design the impressive red brick Dorchester Brewery in Weymouth Avenue. With its own water supply and access to the adjoining south coast railway line, built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. By the end of the 19th Century the company owned 97 freehold pubs from London to Exeter. The company became the wine supplier to Queen Victoria and was one of the first to be awarded the Royal Warrant. When Eldridge Pope sold the site in 2002 the company was still managed by Christopher Pope, one of the great great-grandsons of John Pope.

Additional Infomation

Council Tax Band: Not yet assessed

Lease Length: 999 years from and including 1st January 2021

Ground Rent: Peppercorn

Service Charge: £1,441.31

Estate Charge: £1,828.96

Combined Charge: £3,270.27

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