1 bedroom retirement property for sale

This purpose built McCarthy & Stone retirement apartment certainly enjoys one of the best positions within Well Court plus the considerable benefit of its own external door in addition to the main reception foyer. Well presented it comprises hall, walk-in storage cupboard, living room, kitchen, a double size bedroom with built-in wardrobes, stylish three piece shower room with a walk-in shower and a window. Extensive communal scheme facilities and beautiful wrap-around gardens in a convenient location.
(451 sq ft/41.9 sq m approx/EPC: C).

Single purchasers must be over 60.

Directions - From our office proceed to the end of York Street turning left at the roundabout into Well Terrace and immediate right into Well Court.

Services - Mains supplies of electricity, water and drainage. Heating is from electric ceramic heaters with hot water from an electric immersion heater on an off-peak tariff. Council tax is payable to RVBC Band B. The tenure is Leasehold with a residue from 125 years commencing 1988. Ground rent £502.00 per annum (TO BE CONFIRMED). There is a service charge equivalent to £184.00 per month.

Additional Information - The service charge includes buildings insurance, the cleaning and maintenance of communal areas - both internal and external, the residents lounge, communal laundry, waste and recycling store, 24 hour emergency call system, a guest suite, Development Manager and a mobility scooter store if required. There are PVCu double glazed windows and external door. Door entry system and communal gardens.

Location - Well Court is conveniently located on the northern edge of Clitheroe town centre, being handy for public transport, both bus and train stations nearby. Well Court was constructed by McCarthy & Stone (Developments) Limited and comprise fifty-five retirement apartments arranged over three floors, each serviced by a lift and staircase. The Development Manager can be connected from various points from within each property in the case of an emergency. For periods when the Development Manager is off duty there is a 24 hour emergency Tunstall call system. It is a condition of purchase that residents be over the age of 60 years, or in the event of a couple one must be over the age of 60 and the other over 55.

Accommodation - With the added benefit of its own external front door as well as access from the shared main entrance foyer which is located nearby, this lovely ground floor apartment allows you extra flexibility. The private entrance door opens to a hall with a most useful walk-in storage cupboard having shelving, hanging rails and where the hot water storage tank is located. The well proportioned living room offers plenty of space for lounge furniture, table and chairs. The room's focal point is an Adam style surround with a coal effect electric fire. A major added benefit of this ground floor apartment is the French door access to the adjacent patio and of course the communal gardens where you'll observe mature trees and spring bulbs. The smart fitted kitchen comprises wood trimmed base and wall units with laminate counters and splashback tiling. A stainless steel sink unit with lever taps. There is a Beko electric cooker, an Electrolux ceramic hob and an Onyx extractor; space for an upright fridge freezer too.

The generous bedroom has built-in wardrobes and a lovely aspect from its window over the patio and lawned communal gardens. Unlike most of the apartments the bathroom has a window allowing improved ventilation and natural light. The smart three piece suite consists of a walk-in cubicle with a glazed screen, grab rails, folding seat and a Mira electric shower, low suite and a washbasin/vanity unit. The shower area has an easy clean shower board and the remaining walls are tiled. Towels warm on a chromed ladder radiator.

Outside - The patio outside the apartment is a delightful place to sit, relax and enjoy the warmth of the sunshine.

Viewing - Strictly by appointment with Anderton Bosonnet - a member of The Guild of Property Professionals.