THE APARTMENT
This first-floor retirement apartment is accessed via a communal entrance with lift and stairs. It has undergone extensive electrical upgrading as well as a new kitchen and bathrooms, new carpets and decorating throughout. The front door opens into a spacious hallway with two large storage cupboards - one is a walk-in airing cupboard housing the hot water tank, fuse board, and shelving; the other includes fitted shelves. The dual-aspect sitting/dining room is spacious and bright, with a box bay window overlooking the front gardens. It features a freestanding electric stove set in a fireplace and a built-in display unit with mirror and cupboards. The room also includes a high ceiling area with access to the roof space. The adjoining kitchen is fitted with a modern range of wall and base units, generous worktop space, and appliances including an electric hob with extractor hood, oven, microwave, fridge freezer, and sink. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine/tumble dryer, and space for a slimline dishwasher. The double bedroom overlooks the communal gardens and St Thomas' Church and has a full wall of fitted wardrobes. It includes a recently updated en suite cloakroom with WC (concealed cistern), basin, and mirror. The main bathroom has also been modernised and features a walk-in shower with glass screen and fold-down seat, WC, sink set into a vanity unit, and illuminated mirror. This apartment offers practical, comfortable living within this popular and well-maintained retirement development.

RESIDENT'S FACILITIES
There is a large and comfortable communal lounge which opens out onto the patio area and communal gardens, and there is also a fully equipped kitchen adjacent to the lounge. There is a bookable guest suite for family and friends. The services of a house manager are also available.

SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected. The central heating is electric background heating with slimline storage heaters.

MAINTENANCE
£2,902.18 (1st September 2024 to 31st August 2025) including buildings insurance, water and sewerage charges, cleaning and lighting/heating of communal areas, grounds maintenance, communal broadband, window cleaning, general maintenance and the services of the house manager 5 days a week.

TENURE
Leasehold

LEASE TERM
- 199 years from 1st July 1989
- 163 years remaining (as at 2025)
- Lease end date 1st July 2188

TAX BAND
F (£3,353.71 approx. - 2025/2026)

EPC RATING
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