2 bedroom retirement property for sale

A ground floor 2 bedroom ‘house managed’ apartment with independent personal access from the rear communal garden, within Ringwood town centre. No onward chain.

Summary of Accommodation

*COMMUNAL ENTRANCE ACCESSED VIA TELEPHONE ENTRY PHONE * PERSONAL FRONT DOOR TO PERSONAL RECEPTION HALL * INNER HALL * LIVING ROOM * KITCHEN * 2 BEDROOMS * BUILT-IN WARDROBE TO MAIN BEDROOM * BATHROOM * NIGHT STORE HEATING * CARE LINE * CAR PARKING AVAILABLE (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY) * COMMUNAL GARDENS * UPVC DOUBLE GLAZING *

DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION:
Cottage Mews was originally constructed by Anglia Secure Homes, in 1990 and comprises 26 flats with a House Manager (available on a number of mornings during the week). The apartment is centrally located within level walking distance of Ringwood High Street, which offers comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities. Greyfriars Community Centre is within easy walking distance in addition to Ringwood Library.

The property has been cleverly designed and creates comfortable accommodation for residents above the age of 60, who will also benefit from communal facilities which include attractive gardens, residents parking (subject to availability), guest suite and residents lounge, plus contact with the house manager and a 24 hour careline service. An existing pet maybe considered, subject to approval.

SITUATION
The apartment is centrally located within level walking distance of Ringwood high street, which offers comprehensive shopping & leisure facilities. Greyfriars community centre is also within easy walking distance in addition to Ringwood Library & other facilities.

DIRECTIONAL NOTE:
From Fridays Cross, in the centre of Ringwood, proceed along Christchurch Road, whereupon Cottage Mews will be located on the left hand side, opposite Keystone Garage and Ringwood Conservative Club.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

UPVC DOUBLE GLAZED FRONT DOOR ON THE NORTHERN ELEVATION ACCESSED DIRECTLY FROM THE COMMUNAL GARDENS GIVES PRIVATE ACCESS TO:

RECEPTION HALL: 17’8” (5.39m) x 5’1” (1.56m) maximum, narrowing to: 2’10” (0.88m). Aspect to the north. Night store heater. Wall mounted control panel for 24 hour 7 day a week care line. Ceiling light point. Smoke detector. Internal door providing access to main reception hall, which in turn gives access to: residents lounge, main reception hall and front door leading to Christchurch Road. Within the private reception hall there is a full height broom cupboard housing electricity meter and fuse box.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

LIVING ROOM: 13’11” (4.25m) x 13’3” (4.06m). Aspect to the south. Double glazed sash window overlooking Christchurch Road, feature tiled fireplace and hearth with impressive Edwardian style wooden mantel and surround, fitted open fronted shelving. 2 ceiling light points. Night store heater. T.V. aerial point. Careline pull cord. Door to:

KITCHEN: 8’7” (2.63m) x 7’ (2.15m). Aspect to the south. Double glazed sash window overlooking Christchurch Road, comprehensive range of kitchen units comprising wall to wall, roll top laminate work surface with inset single bowl, single drainer stainless steel sink unit with h & c mixer. Range of floor storage cupboards beneath. Washing machine with plumbing connected. The work surface extends on the return wall and incorporates a 4 burner De Dietrich electric hob (not tested). Integrated extractor fan above. Adjoining New World double oven and grill (not tested). Cupboards above and beneath. Larder fridge-freezer. Eye level store cupboards, (one glazed fronted). Above counter lighting. Tiled splash back. Strip light.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 1: 10’4” (3.17m) plus deep door recess x 8’9” (2.68m). Aspect to the north. Double glazed picture window overlooking communal gardens. Without loss of measurement to the room, double built-in wardrobe with hanging rail and shelving. Dimplex wall heater. T.V. point. Telephone connection. Careline pull cord.

FROM THE INNER HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM 2: 12’8” (3.88m) x 6’4” (1.95m). Aspect to the north. Double glazed window overlooking communal garden. Dimplex wall heater. Careline pull cord.

FROM THE INNER HALL, DOOR TO:

BATHROOM: 9’5” (2.89m) x 5’7” (1.71m). White suite comprising panelled bath, fully tiled wall surround, h & c mixer with Bristan shower control. Close coupled low level w.c. Wash basin set in vanity surround with display counter above. Double floor storage cupboards below. Shaver point. 2 wall light points. Dimplex wall heater. Electric towel rail. Careline pull cord.

WITHIN THE INNER HALL: Full height airing cupboard housing factory sealed hot water cylinder, cold water storage tank, immersion heater and slatted shelves.

OUTSIDE:
The property has independent personal access from the rear garden into the flat. The communal gardens are well tended and attractively landscaped. Communal parking subject to availability. The benefits of the complex include residents lounge, plus access to the house manager and 24 hour 7 day a week Careline. The primary features of 2, Cottage Mews is the independent access and the ground floor position within the development leading directly into the landscaped gardens.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: D

LEASEHOLD: 99 year lease, commenced from 29/11/1992 – ends 01/05/89 65 years remaining.

GROUND RENT: £123.63 - HALF YEARLY
ANNUAL SERVICE CHARGE: £4117.03 (01/01/2024 - 31/12/2024).

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