If you are looking to make life a little easier then take a look at this fantastic 1 bedroom first floor apartment which overlooks the well kept communal gardens. Located within walking distance of Barnstaple town centre and the open spaces of Rock Park and the popular Tarka Trail and the added re-assurance of an onsite manager at certain times, 25 Barum Court is your perfect retirement property.

Chequers Estate Agents of Barnstaple have been instructed to offer for sale No.25 Barum Court, a well positioned 1 bedroom first floor apartment forming part of the prestigious Barum Court development and being located within walking distance of Barnstaple town centre and the open spaced of Rock Park and the popular Tarka Trail.

No.25 Barum Court is an easy to manage apartment which is spacious and light throughout. The apartment has an open outlook over the neatly kept communal gardens. 25 Barum Court benefits from electric heating and UPVC double glazed windows. The accommodation briefly comprises a welcoming hallway with two handy storage cupboards, lounge / dining room, fitted kitchen, shower room and a double bedroom with built in wardrobes.

Barum Court was built in 1988 by McCarthy and Stone and comprises of 51 retirement apartments (there is an age restriction of 60 or over to purchase but the other occupant can be younger than this). The building is set in mature landscaped gardens, accessible for the benefit of all residents and guests. To assist residents, the building has its own lounge where events are held, a kitchenette for making tea/coffees, a visitors room comprising 2 single beds (note - this room has to be pre-booked and there is a charge for its use).

Situated in the valley of the River Taw, Barnstaple is surrounded by beautiful countryside and has a variety of great shops, supermarkets, restaurants, schools and pubs. As well as those all important recreation facilities including a leisure centre, cinema, a pannier market, and a theatre. The A361 North Devon Link Road provides convenient access to the M5 Motorway. Further sandy beaches and coastal walks at Saunton, Croyde, Codden Hill and Woolacombe are within easy reach, as is Exmoor. Barnstaple Train Station is also within a short walk or drive.

Entrance Hallway - A welcoming entrance hallway with door to walk in cupboard with fitted shelving and further large airing cupboard with hot water boiler and shelving.

Lounge / Diner - 3.43m x 4.34m (11'3 x 14'3) - A lovely bright room with two windows overlooking the beautifully kept communal gardens and beyond with Trinity Church in the background, feature fireplace with an electric fire on a marble hearth and ornate surround, electric storage heater, coved ceiling, wall lights, power points.

Kitchen - 3.45m x 1.75m (11'4 x 5'9) - A fitted kitchen with a range of base units. Further matching wall cabinets with work surface with a single drainer sink unit set into the surface with cupboard space below, tiled splashback, Space for cooker and under counter fridge, coved ceiling, fitted carpet. PVC double glazed window overlooking the communal gardens.

Bedroom - 5.33m x 2.77m (17'6 x 9'1) - A spacious Bedroom with fitted wardrobes with mirror fronted doors, electric wall heater, open outlook over the communal gardens, fitted carpet.

Showeroom - 2.49m x 1.73m (8'2 x 5'8) - A modern fitted shower room with corner shower cubicle in a tiled surround. Stylish vanity wash hand basin and a W.C, fitted bathroom cupboards and a mirror with spot lights above, heated towel rail, electric wall heater, shaver point, extractor fan, laminate flooring.

Agents Notes - Maintenance charges currently £1532.47 every six months and ground rent £249.16 every six months .

Upon a successful re-sale a percentage needs to be paid to the site owner,

Notes - For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. Some photographs may have been taken using a wide angle lens. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are important matters which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property.