Living at Dovehouse Court Ltd allows retired people to retain their independence for longer, enjoy an active social life and devote time to their personal interests without the burden of running a household.

There is no restriction on re-sale save only that one of the occupants of an individual apartment is at least 60 years of age. This is a restriction imposed by the Lease in order to maintain the character of the development and is also a condition of the Planning Approval granted by the Local Authority.

Along with the monthly service charge owners are responsible for their own utility bills, council tax, contents insurance and any additional services they may use.

The service charge covers the staff and running costs of the Court, its maintenance and repair, administration and insurance. This means that costs you may already pay for such as employing a cleaner, window cleaner and gardener, the cost of buildings insurance and registering with an emergency lifeline service are already covered. Ground rent is not payable. Part of it is also put aside for future maintenance and refurbishment and the repair or replacement of major items such as the emergency call system and lifts.

As it is the owners who set and agree the budget and Dovehouse Court Ltd is a non-profit making company, charges are kept to a minimum and everyone has a vested interest in keeping communal bills as cost effective as possible.

This is currently not an option.

All are leasehold, some with original leases of 99 years and others of 125 years.

Our owner’s handbook gives even more details of life at Dovehouse Court Ltd and our staff are happy to answer or clarify any questions. Contact us for a copy of our 2022/2023 handbook.