2 bedroom retirement property for sale

DESCRIPTIONA splendid two bedroom first floor apartment, for the over 55's, in the desirable Carlton Court development in the centre of Wells. only five minutes' walk from the Market Place, Wells Cathedral, Bishops Palace, and High Street with no onward chain. The property has been well looked after in recent years and benefits from a South-West aspect whilst Carlton Court offers a wealth of groups, clubs and activities to get involved with whilst having beautifully maintained private gardens and immediate access to countryside, the city centre and the Bishops Palace.Upon entering the apartment is a spacious entrance hall with cupboard for shoes and coats. The kitchen features a range of wall and base units with newly fitted eye level electric oven, electric hob, plumbing for a washing machine, shelving and space for a large freestanding fridge/freezer. The sitting/dining room is open plan in an 'L' shape with two large windows to the front, a hatch from the kitchen, an electric fireplace as the focal point and ornate finishes such as cornices and a ceiling rose.The main bedroom is a spacious double with fitted wardrobes. The second bedroom is single in size and also benefits from of fitted storage. The shower room features a large double shower, toilet, wash hand basin with storage and a heated towel rail.OUTSIDEThe development is situated in a quiet area in the centre of Wells with ample guest parking and communal gardens which are kept to a high standard. Within the building is a communal lounge with kitchenette which is used for a variety of different social events or to be used by family and friends. The property is on the first floor which can be accessed by either stairs or a lift in the building. A house manager is available in the building for 5 mornings a week. There is also a pre-bookable guest suite, ideal for visiting friends and family.LOCATIONThe picturesque City of Wells offers a range of local amenities and shopping facilities with four supermarkets (including Waitrose), as well as twice weekly markets, cinema, leisure centre, a choice of pubs and restaurants, dentists and doctors, several churches and both primary and secondary state schools.For those travelling by train, Castle Cary station (which has direct services to London Paddington) is situated only twelve miles away. Both the City of Bristol and the Georgian City of Bath, a World Heritage Site, are located just 20 miles away and easily accessibleTENURELeasehold - Years remaining to be advisedSERVICE CHARGEService Charge: Currently £4221.64 per annumGround Rent : £261.72 per annumHEATINGElectric storage heatersSERVICESMains drainage, water and electricity are all connected.LOCAL AUTHORITYSomerset CouncilCOUNCIL TAXBand 'E'EPC RATINGRating 'C'VIEWINGStrictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. [use Contact Agent Button]DIRECTIONSFrom the Wells Office, turn immediately left into St. Johns Street. Continue to the end of the road and turn left into South Street. Follow the road to the very end and turn right into parking area for Carlton Court. The property can be found on your left.