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Map2 bedroom apartment for sale
Croft Court, Lanchester, Co. Durham
Apartment
2 beds
1 bath
570
EPC rating: C
Key information
Features and description
- First-floor 2 bed leasehold flat.
- Only available to purchasers aged 55 or over.
- Located in the desirable village of Lanchester.
- Access to communal gardens and parking.
- Lounge/diner features a half bay window.
- Modern fitted kitchen.
- Two bedrooms, one with fitted wardrobes.
- Gas combi central heating, u PVC double glazing, EPC rating C (76).
- 95-year lease remaining (as of 2025), Council Tax band A.
- Virtual Tours available.
Purchasers must be aged 55 or over to buy this leasehold flat. Located in the sought-after village of Lanchester, this well-presented two-bedroom first-floor flat forms part of a popular over-55s development with communal gardens and residents' parking. The accommodation includes an entrance hall with stairs to the first floor, a generous landing with storage, a bright lounge/diner with feature half bay window, a modern kitchen, shower room/WC and two bedrooms, with fitted wardrobes to the main. Benefits include gas combi central heating, uPVC double glazing and an emergency Careline system. Ideally positioned a short walk from the village centre with its shops, cafés and transport links. EPC rating C (76). Leasehold with 95 years remaining (as of 2025), maintenance charges apply which includes a number of costs and services including ground rent and buildings insurance. Sale subject to grant of probate, no upper chain.
ENTRANCE HALL Glazed entrance door, stairs to the first floor.
LANDING Spacious landing with two large storage cupboards, loft access hatch with fixed pull-down ladder (part boarded for storage). Emergency pull cord giving direct access to helpline. Doors lead to the lounge, bedrooms and shower room/WC.
SHOWER ROOM/WC 6' 3" x 6' 5" (1.92m x 1.98m) A white suite featuring a walk-in glazed enclosure with thermostatic shower, wash basin with base storage, WC, part tiled walls, chrome towel radiator and a uPVC double glazed window.
BEDROOM 1 (TO THE FRONT) 10' 11" (maximum) x 9' 3" (3.34m x 2.84m) Fitted wardrobe, uPVC double glazed window and a single radiator.
BEDROOM 2 (TO THE REAR) 6' 3" x 11' 0" (1.92m x 3.37m) uPVC double glazed window and a single radiator.
LOUNGE 12' 11" x 11' 8" (3.96m x 3.56m) Laminate flooring, uPVC double glazed half bay window, single radiator, TV aerial point and a door leading to the kitchen.
KITCHEN 7' 2" (maximum) x 11' 7" (2.20m x 3.55m) Finished in blue, wall and base units with soft closing doors and drawers, carousels to corner cupboards with LED lighting onto contrasting laminate worktops and upturns. Integrated fan assisted electric oven/grill, four ring gas hob, glass splash-back, extractor canopy over, integrated fridge/freezer, integrated washing machine, stainless steel sink with vegetable drainer and mixer tap, wall mounted gas combi central heating boiler, laminate flooring, uPVC double glazed window and a single radiator.
EXTERNAL There are communal gardens to be enjoyed by the residents which are maintained under contract and paid for out of the monthly charge.
PARKING There are non-specific private parking bays for residents to use.
HEATING Gas fired central heating via combination boiler and radiators.
GLAZING uPVC double glazing installed.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY EPC rating C (76). Please speak to a member of staff for a copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate.
SERVICE CHARGES There is a monthly service charge which at the time of publication was £229 per month. This covers a number of services, including: buildings insurance, external buildings maintenance, servicing the central heating, window cleaning, the maintenance of the gardens, external grounds and lighting and ground rent. Please make your own legal enquires for further information.
TENURE We understand that the property is leasehold. We understand that the ground rent is covered as part of the monthly service charge and that the 99 year lease began in December 2021 which currently has 95 years to run. We would recommend that any purchaser has this confirmed by their legal advisor.
COUNCIL TAX The property is in Council Tax band A.
BROADBAND SPEEDS According to Ofcom the following broadband speeds are available. We would recommend contacting a supplier to get the most accurate and up to date data.
Broadband (estimated speeds)
Standard19 mbps
Superfast80 mbps
UltrafastN/A
MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE EE (Excellent), Vodafone (Excellent), Three (Excellent), O2 (Excellent)
UTILITIES The property is connected with a mains gas, water and electricity supply and is connected to the mains drainage.
MINING Co. Durham is a former mining area.
VIEWINGS We have created a virtual tour which can be viewed on our YouTube channel, our website, property portals and our social media accounts such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To arrange a viewing please contact the office.
MAKING AN OFFER Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. Under New Money Laundering Regulations we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.
MORTGAGE ADVICE We have independent mortgage advisers within our branch, who will search the whole market to find the best suitable mortgage and help you progress through the process. Contact our office to arrange a telephone or office appointment.
AGENTS NOTE Whilst we endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, they should not be relied on as a statement or representations of fact, and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The owner does not make or give, nor do we or our employees have authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property. We have not checked or tested any appliances mentioned (including heating systems or electrical fittings) therefore working order cannot be confirmed. All measurements are given to the nearest 5cm.
ENTRANCE HALL Glazed entrance door, stairs to the first floor.
LANDING Spacious landing with two large storage cupboards, loft access hatch with fixed pull-down ladder (part boarded for storage). Emergency pull cord giving direct access to helpline. Doors lead to the lounge, bedrooms and shower room/WC.
SHOWER ROOM/WC 6' 3" x 6' 5" (1.92m x 1.98m) A white suite featuring a walk-in glazed enclosure with thermostatic shower, wash basin with base storage, WC, part tiled walls, chrome towel radiator and a uPVC double glazed window.
BEDROOM 1 (TO THE FRONT) 10' 11" (maximum) x 9' 3" (3.34m x 2.84m) Fitted wardrobe, uPVC double glazed window and a single radiator.
BEDROOM 2 (TO THE REAR) 6' 3" x 11' 0" (1.92m x 3.37m) uPVC double glazed window and a single radiator.
LOUNGE 12' 11" x 11' 8" (3.96m x 3.56m) Laminate flooring, uPVC double glazed half bay window, single radiator, TV aerial point and a door leading to the kitchen.
KITCHEN 7' 2" (maximum) x 11' 7" (2.20m x 3.55m) Finished in blue, wall and base units with soft closing doors and drawers, carousels to corner cupboards with LED lighting onto contrasting laminate worktops and upturns. Integrated fan assisted electric oven/grill, four ring gas hob, glass splash-back, extractor canopy over, integrated fridge/freezer, integrated washing machine, stainless steel sink with vegetable drainer and mixer tap, wall mounted gas combi central heating boiler, laminate flooring, uPVC double glazed window and a single radiator.
EXTERNAL There are communal gardens to be enjoyed by the residents which are maintained under contract and paid for out of the monthly charge.
PARKING There are non-specific private parking bays for residents to use.
HEATING Gas fired central heating via combination boiler and radiators.
GLAZING uPVC double glazing installed.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY EPC rating C (76). Please speak to a member of staff for a copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate.
SERVICE CHARGES There is a monthly service charge which at the time of publication was £229 per month. This covers a number of services, including: buildings insurance, external buildings maintenance, servicing the central heating, window cleaning, the maintenance of the gardens, external grounds and lighting and ground rent. Please make your own legal enquires for further information.
TENURE We understand that the property is leasehold. We understand that the ground rent is covered as part of the monthly service charge and that the 99 year lease began in December 2021 which currently has 95 years to run. We would recommend that any purchaser has this confirmed by their legal advisor.
COUNCIL TAX The property is in Council Tax band A.
BROADBAND SPEEDS According to Ofcom the following broadband speeds are available. We would recommend contacting a supplier to get the most accurate and up to date data.
Broadband (estimated speeds)
Standard19 mbps
Superfast80 mbps
UltrafastN/A
MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE EE (Excellent), Vodafone (Excellent), Three (Excellent), O2 (Excellent)
UTILITIES The property is connected with a mains gas, water and electricity supply and is connected to the mains drainage.
MINING Co. Durham is a former mining area.
VIEWINGS We have created a virtual tour which can be viewed on our YouTube channel, our website, property portals and our social media accounts such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To arrange a viewing please contact the office.
MAKING AN OFFER Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. Under New Money Laundering Regulations we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.
MORTGAGE ADVICE We have independent mortgage advisers within our branch, who will search the whole market to find the best suitable mortgage and help you progress through the process. Contact our office to arrange a telephone or office appointment.
AGENTS NOTE Whilst we endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, they should not be relied on as a statement or representations of fact, and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The owner does not make or give, nor do we or our employees have authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property. We have not checked or tested any appliances mentioned (including heating systems or electrical fittings) therefore working order cannot be confirmed. All measurements are given to the nearest 5cm.
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About this agent
David Bailes Property Professionals - Stanley
Anthony House, Anthony Street
Stanley
DH9 8AF
01207 653939Based in Stanley and established in 1980 we are a family run firm of Estate Agents with a vast experience of selling and renting properties in the Derwentside area of county Durham. Over the past few decades, David Bailes Property Professionals has grown to become a passionate, independent estate agency providing a high level of customer service, expertise and knowledge of the property industry. Headed by partners who take an everyday hands-on approach, our experienced and proactive team know the area and know what it takes to meet client expectations. We pride ourselves on working very closely with our customers to provide an unrivalled level of service and advice. Our Services Whether you are buying, selling, renting, or a landlord looking to let a property you will find that we work longer and harder with care and attention to deliver the best service for you. With professional marketing, enhanced photography, floor plans, accompanied viewings and informative feedback - we have all you need to buy, sell or rent a property. All properties are marketed through online marketing via all the major property websites, social networking and our own live website together with traditional methods such as boards, window displays and newspaper advertisements. To discuss your property needs contact us to find out how we can put our knowledge and services to the test for you. Call us on the number displayed or press the Contact Agent button. We look forward to hearing from you.