1 bedroom retirement property for sale

Pele Court is designed with modern independent living in mind, combined with the security of being in a well managed and homely environment in the heart of Penrith. Apartment 38 is located on the top floor (2nd) giving a lovely outlook and views over the Courtyard Garden. There is lift access and the apartment has stylish and well presented accommodation, having been newly decorated and carpeted throughout. Hallway with a large Walk in Store, Living Room with Dining Area, Kitchen, Bedroom with a Walk in Wardrobe and a Shower/Wet Room.

There are also communal facilities, including a beautiful Courtyard Garden, Lounge Area and a Laundry.

The apartment is independently heated with modern electric storage heaters combined with passive ventilation and is fully uPVC Double Glazed giving an energy performance rating of B

Location - From M6 Junction 40 follow the A66 East signage to Kemplay Bank roundabout take the first exit into Penrith A6 Bridge Lane . Travel North and at ' John Norris The home of country sports 'turn right into Friargate . Drive past the parking area and Pele Court is on the left .

Amenities - Penrith is a popular market town, having excellent transport links through the M6, A66, A6 and the main West coast railway line. There is a population of around 17,000 people and facilities include: infant, junior and secondary schools. There are 5 supermarkets and a good range of locally owned and national high street shops. Leisure facilities include: a leisure centre with; swimming pool, climbing wall, indoor bowling, badminton courts and a fitness centre as well as; golf, rugby and cricket clubs. There is also a 3 screen cinema and Penrith Playhouse. Penrith is known as the Gateway to the North Lakes and is conveniently situated for Ullswater and access to the fells, benefiting from the superb outdoor recreation opportunities.

Services - Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.

Tenure - The vendor informs us that the property is leasehold. the term is 125 years from 2015, the annual ground rent is £425 and the annual service charge is £3072.00 which includes the building maintenance and cleaning of the communal areas and grounds, building insurance and the water charges. Council tax band B.

Viewing - STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT WITH WILKES-GREEN + HILL

Accommodation -

The entrance to Pele Court is through a locked communal hallway with a security entry phone. There is lift access from the central hall to the second floor.

Entrance - Through a door with peep hole to the;

Hall - Doors lead off to the Living room, bedroom and shower room and a walk in store houses the MCB consumer unit and hot water system.

Living Room - 3.23m x 6.10m (10'7 x 20') - uPVC double glazed French doors with a glass Juliette balcony overlook the central courtyard garden and an electric flame effect fire has an oak surround. There is a modern night storage heater, a TV/satellite point and a telephone point. A part glazed oak door opens to the;

Kitchen - 2.39m x 2.16m (7'10 x 7'1) - Fitted with a range of wood effect fronted units and a slate effect work surface incorporating a stainless steel single drainer sink with mixer tap and tiled splashback. There is a mid height electric oven, a ceramic hob with an extractor hood and a built in fridge freezer. The flooring is tiled and a uPVC double glazed window looks onto the courtyard.

Bedroom One - 3.89m x 2.92m (12'9 x 9'7) - A uPVC double glazed window overlooks the courtyard and garden. There is a panel wall heater, a TV and a telephone point. An oak door opens to a;

Walk In Wardrobe - 1.50m x 1.70m (4'11 x 5'7) - Having hanging and a shelf space and a light.

Shower Room - 2.11m x 2.18m (6'11 x 7'2) - Fitted with a toilet and wash basin with cupboard below and a step free shower area having a mains fed shower over and a clear screen. The walls and floor are fully tiled and there is a chrome heated towel rail, a shaver socket/light and an extractor fan.

Outside - A central courtyard is open to all residents and has block paved paths and well stocked flower and shrub beds around a central seating area. There is a further paved terraced to the side with several outdoor tables and parasols during the summer months.

Residential Facilities - include:

A day room where residents regularly meet for coffee, functions and social events. There are talks, exercise classes, bridge and other events organised by the social committee.

A fully equipped laundry is available for all residents as is a room with charging facilities for storing mobility scooters and there are rubbish and recycling facilities.

Parking - Off Road Parking Subject to Availability for permit holders this needs to be arranged through McCarthy and Stone direct at a cost of £153 per half year.

Residents are also eligible for an EDC parking permit which is valid in the A zone in Friargate, central Penrith.