1 bedroom retirement property for sale

An extremely well-presented 2nd floor 1 bedroom, ‘house managed’ apartment, set within this prestigious town centre development. No onward chain.


Summary of Accommodation

*COMMUNAL STAIRS & LIFT TO SECOND FLOOR COMMUNAL LANDING * PERSONAL FRONT TO PRIVATE RECEPTION HALL * LIVING ROOM * DOUBLE BEDROOM WITH BUILT-IN WARDROBE * MODERN KITCHEN * MODERN SHOWER ROOM/W.C. * COMMUNAL FACILITIES INCLUDING USE OF GARDEN & LAUNDRY *

DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION:
22, White Lion Courtyard is a 2nd floor ‘house managed’ apartment in excellent order throughout with modern kitchen & the electric’s have been updated. Set within this exclusive & prestigious residential development for residents of 55 years and over. This development was originally constructed during the mid 80's paying particular attention to external architectural features & attractive glazed corridors which provide views & access onto the well-tended landscaped communal gardens.

AGENTS NOTE: To fully appreciate the quality & size of the apartment an internal viewing is strongly recommended.

SITUATION:
22, White Lion Courtyard is on the 2nd floor, centrally positioned adjacent to Ringwood Market Place, High Street & the area of green space known as The Bickerley. Ringwood offers a weekly street market, plus a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure & community facilities. The A31 and A338 providing transportational links to the main centres of Bournemouth (12 miles), Southampton (16 miles) and Salisbury (18 miles). The open New Forest is within 2 miles distance.

DIRECTIONAL NOTE:
From Ringwood market place proceed down Dewey’s Lane, adjacent to Lovitaly restaurant, passing the Courtyard bistro whereupon the entrance to White Lion Courtyard is immediately in front.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

LIFT & COMMUNAL STAIRCASE TO:

SECOND FLOOR COMMUNAL LANDING:

PERSONAL FRONT DOOR TO:

SPACIOUS L-SHAPE RECEPTION HALL: Aspect to the south through double glazed window. Double built-in cloaks cupboard with adjoining open fronted shelved display unit with store cupboards beneath. 2 ceiling light points. Wall mounted helpline pull cord. Wall mounted security entry phone. Smoke detector. Large full height built-in airing cupboard housing lagged hot water cylinder with immersion heater & slatted shelves.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

LIVING ROOM: 20'5" (6.22m) into bay window narrowing to 17'5" x 10'9" (5.31m x 3.28m). Triple aspect to the south, east & west. Feature bay window on the southern elevation incorporating window seat with delightful view across communal gardens & rooftops. Night store heater. Large hatch to extensive loft area. 2 ceiling light points. T.V. aerial point. Helpline pull cord. Sliding door to:

KITCHEN: 8'9" x 5' (2.67m x 1.52m). Aspect to the east. Opaque double glazed window. Comprehensive range of custom built kitchen units comprising wall to wall, laminate work surface with inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit with h & c mixer. Range of drawers & floor storage cupboards beneath. Recess for cooker & larder fridge-freezer. Matching range of eye level store cupboards. Tiled wall surround.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM: 14'3" (4.34m) into door recess, narrowing to 11'11" (3.63m) to front of wardrobe x 8'11" (2.72m). Aspect to the south. Double glazed picture window overlooking communal garden & rooftops. Large double built-in wardrobe with hanging rail & shelves. Night store heater. Helpline pull cord.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

MODERN SHOWER ROOM/W.C.: 7' x 5' (2.13m x 1.52m). Large walk-in fully tiled shower with thermostatic shower, glazed shower screen. Wash basin set in vanity surround with double floor storage cupboard beneath. Adjoining low level w.c with concealed cistern. Chrome vertical heated towel rail. Extractor. Helpline pull cord.

OUTSIDE:
There are delightful communal gardens which are regularly maintained with access gained from the communal ground floor hallway.

AGENTS NOTE: The property benefits from the use of a communal laundry room. A guest suite is available at a small cost & subject to availability. A parking permit can be purchased, annually, subject to availability, at an additional cost.

Service Charge approximately £225 per month & Ground Rent £100 per annum

Lease Information. The original lease commenced 25/03/1986 for a period of 99 years. (Currently 61 years remaining).

The Managing Agents: Whitton & Laing, 20 Queen Street, Exeter, Devon EX4 3SN[use Contact Agent Button] –

All incoming purchasers are required to complete an application to purchase, provide proof of age & pay an administration fee. Once this fee has been received the Management Company will send the purchaser a purchaser information pack & the purchaser will also need to arrange a meeting with the House Manager for approval prior to purchase, a doctor’s letter will also be required to ensure a buyer is able to live independently.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: C

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