1 bedroom retirement property for sale

An opportunity to purchase a ground floor apartment for the over 60s with one double bedroom, access to a paved seating area, no onward chain and ideally located just a short walk to the town's amenities. The property is situated in the historic hill top town of Shaftesbury - famous for Gold Hill and the Hovis advert and enjoys a full range of facilities with many independent shops and chain stores, doctor and dentist surgeries and a wide choice of entertainment venues and events. The property forms one of 44 one and two bedroom apartments built in the mid 1980s and designed for those aged 60 years and over, who are looking a bit of support now and then. The complex allows for the residents to become involved, if desired, with many events being organised, such as the regular coffee mornings in the lounge. The building benefits from non resident management by First Port, Careline Alarm Support System and a range of communal facilities, including a guest suite and laundry room. Dogs and cats are generally welcome with permission. The apartment itself has uPVC double glazed window, modern shower room and is presented in good order with the option to install one's own choice of electric heating. The apartment needs to be viewed to fully appreciate what it has to offer as well as the great location.

Accommodation -

Inside -

Communal Entrance Hall And Hall - The main entrance to the building is located to the side - off Victoria Street where the car parking is situated. Front door opens into the communal entrance hall where there is a small seating area, notice board and library. The hall leads down to the apartments front door, which has a peep hole and opens into the hall.
Ceiling light. Smoke detector. Coved. Entry phone. Emergency pull cord. Telephone point. Large storage cupboard housing the electrics and hot water cylinder and fitted with shelves. Doors to the shower room, bedroom and to the:-

Sitting Room - Window and glazed door overlooking and opening to a seating area. Coved. Wall lights. Power and television points. Emergency pull cord. Feature fireplace with electric fire. Arch opening to the:-

Kitchen - Ceiling light. Extractor fan. Power points. Fitted with floor and eye level cupboards. Work surfaces with tiled splash back and stainless steel sink and drainer. Space for a fridge/freezer plus under counter appliances. Vinyl flooring.

Bedroom - Window with outlook over the seating area. Coved. Wall lights. Power points. Emergency pull cord. Built in double wardrobe with bi-folding doors, hanging rail and shelf.

Shower Room - Ceiling light. Extractor fan. Part tiled walls. Chrome heated towel rail. Mirror fronted bathroom cabinet. Fitted with a modern suite consisting of vanity wash hand basin with mono tap, low level WC with dual flush facility and large walk in shower cubicle with electric shower, seat and sliding door. Wood effect vinyl flooring.

Outside -

Gardens And Parking - The parking is located to the side of the building and accessed off Victoria Street and is on a first come, first served basis. To the main roadside of the building there is the garden, which is laid to lawn and beds with an array of plants. Immediately to the back of the apartment there is a paved seating area.

Useful Information -

Energy Efficiency Rating C
Council Tax Band A
uPVC Double Glazing
No Heating Installed
Mains Drainage
Leasehold - see below
No Onward Chain
Non Resident Management by First Port

Important Information -

Residents must be 60 + years of age.
Leasehold - 99 years from 1983 with 59 years remaining.
Ground Rent - £450 per annum.
Service Charge - £3,500 per annum, which includes building insurance, water rates, building maintenance, help call system and upkeep of gardens,
Emergency Pull Cords to most rooms - Careline Alarm System.
Lift to all Floors
Communal Facilities Available - Residents Lounge, Laundry Room, Guest Suite, Kitchen and Residents Parking.
Dogs and Cats generally accepted, subject to Lease and Landlord Approval.

Directions -

From Gillingham High Street - Leave Gillingham via Newbury heading towards Shaftesbury. At Shaftesbury proceed up the hill and bear to the left on the sharp bend. Take the next turning right into Victoria Street, where the building will be found on the right hand side. Postcode SP7 8AU