2 bedroom retirement property for sale

Penstones Court is an attractive over 55s development in Stanford in the Vale. Located in the centre of the village, it has far reaching views over open countryside forming part of the Vale of White Horse. This mid-terrace home enjoys spacious and bright accommodation comprising an entrance hall with downstairs bathroom and stairs to the first floor which are wide enough to accommodate a stairlift. There is a large sitting room with a lovely outlook to the front over gardens, and double doors lead to the dining room with French doors out to the private patio. The fitted kitchen has a range of wall and floor mounted fitted units and integral appliances such as a washing machine, dryer, fridge/freezer and space for an oven/hob, with a further door to the patio.

On the first floor sit two large double bedrooms, each with an array of fitted wardrobes, serviced by a spacious bathroom. There is a good sized attic with pull-down ladder which has been fitted with shelving and offers additional storage space.

Outside, to the rear, is a small and private fenced patio garden - to the front, attractive landscaped communal gardens. There is also an allocated garage in a nearby block which has loft storage above the car space. Penstones Court has an age restriction of 55 years or over and the properties have been designed with wide doors suitable for wheelchairs. The resident site manager ensures a high standard of grounds and building maintenance and offers support and assistance. There is also an integral pull cord alarm system in the property with a link to the site manager. The development also benefits from a laundry room and guest suite available for visitors.

Situated midway between the market towns of Faringdon and Wantage, Stanford in the Vale offers a local supermarket with Post Office, a successful primary school, pre-school, parish church, village hall, public house and independent coffee shop.

Stanford in the Vale lies just four miles from the A420, giving easy access to the larger centres of Oxford and Swindon which lead to the M40 and M4 respectively. There is a mainline train service from Didcot Parkway to London (Paddington c. 45 minutes) within 30 minutes’ drive. There is also a regular bus service.

Beautiful countryside walks are literally on the doorstep of this historic village, with the Downs and famous White Horse of Uffington, the River Thames and the Cotswolds all within easy reach.