Bowes Lyon Court

Peverell Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3DA
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Retirement property for rent in Dorchester, Dorset

Our new retirement homes have sold out at this wonderful community. Browse resales at Bowes Lyon Court to find a preowned property or call 0800 201 4811 for further information.

Located in the heart of Poundbury on Queen Mother Square, Bowes Lyon Court is a brand new Retirement Living Plus (formerly known as Assisted Living) development made up of 62 one and two bedroom apartments exclusively for the over 70s. Bowes Lyon Court offers the level of freedom needed to maintain your independence for longer in your own home, and live retirement to the full.

Retirement Living with a big plus

Our properties for rent in Dorchester, Dorset offer you the complete privacy of your own spacious apartment, but with a friendly community outside your front door – and assisted living services to support you too.

Independence combined with support 

  • There’s a friendly manager on-site 24/7 
  • An hour’s domestic support each week is included – but you can have more if you want it. 
  • Tailored personal care should you need it.  

Apartments designed with you in mind 

All these retirement homes are cleverly designed with smart yet stylish features, like easy turn taps, to make life easier now and in the future. Low maintenance, warm and elegant, with the latest security and safety features built in, most of our homeowners enjoy cheaper bills. Parking is available and well-behaved pets are welcome

Key development information

Bowes Lyon Court

View on map Peverell Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3DA View on map

0800 201 4811

Retirement Living Plus benefits

  • Domestic support – one hour of cleaning (or similar) per week is included and we have a range of additional cleaning and laundry services available.
  • Low maintenance – with the bigger jobs, like gardening and window cleaning, taken care of there’s more time to enjoy the good things in life.
  • Tailored lifestyle support – if you need a helping hand now, or in the future, we can support you with personal grooming, shopping, convalescence and more.
  • Sociable – full independence in your own home, with your own front door, a welcoming community and lots of activities– so loneliness is never a problem.
  • Sociable – full independence in your own home, with your own front door, a welcoming community and lots of activities– so loneliness is never a problem.
  • Beautifully designed apartments – with lifts to all floors, walk-in showers, contemporary easy-to-use kitchens–and plenty of storage.
  • A chef-run bistro/restaurant – serving subsidised seasonal fresh food daily in a stylish and sociable setting. Friends and family are welcome too.
  • Shared space and amenities – including a guest suite to make hosting simple, a communal lounge and lovely landscaped gardens.
  • Independent but secure – you’ll feel safe and sound with a 24/7 emergency alarm and friendly staff on-site day and night.

Development highlights

  • Located in the heart of Poundbury close to Dorchester amenities
  • Flexible care tailored to your needs and preferences
  • Only privately owned Retirement Living Plus development in Dorchester
  • 200 yards from Waitrose
  • 200 yards from Waitrose
  • On-site restaurant offering a hot nutritious meal daily
  • Luxurious social spaces such as Club lounge, library & Billiards room

Key features Key features for Bowes Lyon Court retirement properties

  • 24 hour staffing
  • Salon
  • Wheelchair access
  • Lifts to all floors
  • Intruder alarm
  • Library
  • Camera entry system
  • 24/7 call system
  • Guest suite
  • Restaurant

Bowes Lyon Court site plan

Site plan
Development Site Plan
The Keep Military Museum on Bridport Road in Dorchester

Retirement living in Dorchester

Dorchester is a delightful historic market town in Dorset built on the banks of the River Frome. It’s most famous for being Thomas Hardy’s hometown and its proximity to glorious countryside and dramatic coastline. 

Local retirees enjoy:

  • A coastal retirement: the stunning Jurassic Coast is only nine miles away, but also a close proximity to glorious green open spaces like the Dorset Downs and South Dorset Ridgeway. 
  • A huge choice of community events, like Dorchester Roman Festival, Thomas Hardy Victorian Fair and Dorchester Literary Festival as well as book clubs, art groups and gardening societies. 
  • Large supermarkets, a good mix of shops, plus lots of restaurants, traditional pubs and tea rooms as well as post offices, museums and a lovely library.
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