1 bedroom retirement property for sale

A ground and first floor one/two bedroom cottage style maisonette within prestigious ‘house managed’ town centre development.


Summary of Accommodation

*COMMUNAL ENTRANCE * PERSONAL FRONT DOOR TO PRIVATE RECEPTION HALL * CLOAKROOM * LIVING ROOM * MODERN KITCHEN * INTERNAL STAIRCASE TO FIRST FLOOR PRINCIPAL BEDROOM WITH ADJOINING DRESSING ROOM (FORMERLY BEDROOM 2) * MODERN SHOWER ROOM/W.C. * MODERN ELECTRIC HEATING * DOUBLE GLAZING * SECURITY PULL CORD * COMMUNAL FACILITIES INCLUDING LAUNDRY ROOM, GUEST SUITE AND GARDENS *

DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION:
This ground and first floor cottage style maisonette forms part of a prestigious development of ‘house managed’ apartments for residents aged 55 years and over. The property has a modern kitchen, ground floor cloakroom/w.c., modern shower room/w.c. on first floor, potentially 2 bedrooms, (one currently utilised as dressing room), modern electric heating. Viewing highly recommended.

SITUATION:
34 White Lion Courtyard forms part of this prestigious development centrally positioned between Ringwood Market Place/High Street and the open area of green known as The Bickerley. Ringwood offers a weekly street market, in addition to comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and educational facilities. The A31 and A338 provide road links to the main centres of Bournemouth (12 miles), Southampton (16 miles) and Salisbury (18 miles). The open New Forest is within 2 miles.

DIRECTIONAL NOTE:
From Ringwood Market Place proceed down the lane, adjacent to Lovitaly restaurant (on the corner of Deweys Lane), whereupon the main entrance to White Lion Courtyard will be located immediately in front adjacent to the Courtyard Bistro.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

COMMUNAL ENTRANCE AND RECEPTION HALL LEADING TO:

PERSONAL FRONT DOOR, LEADING TO:

RECEPTION HALL: Cupboard housing electricity meter and RCD fuse box. Door to:

GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM: Close coupled low level w.c. Wash basin with tiled splash back. Extractor. Electric heater towel rail. Security pull cord.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

LIVING ROOM: 14’7” (4.44m) x 10’9” (3.30m). Aspect to the east. Double glazed picture window overlooking communal courtyard and parking. Security pull cord. T.V. point. Modern electric panel heater. 2 ceiling light points. Door to:

KITCHEN: 11’9” (3.60m) x 5’1” (1.55m). Aspect to the east. Double glazed picture window overlooking communal courtyard and parking area. Comprehensive modern kitchen units comprising wall to wall, roll top laminate work surface with inset single bowl, single drainer stainless steel sink unit with h & c mixer. Drawer and floor storage cupboard beneath. The work surface extends on the return wall and incorporates twin recesses for fridge and freezer. Built-in Belling 4 burner electric hob, 3 speed extractor fan above. Electric oven and grill. Storage cupboards above and beneath. Matching eye level store cupboards.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, RETURN FLIGHT STAIRCASE (WITH FITTED STAIRLIFT) LEADING TO:

FIRST FLOOR LANDING: Aspect to the west. Double glazed Velux sky light. Double built-in linen cupboard housing slatted shelves and immersion heater.

FROM THE LANDING, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM: 9’9” (2.98m) x 8’10” (2.70m) to front of wardrobe. Aspect to the east. Double glazed picture window overlooking communal courtyard and parking area. Double built-in wardrobe. Security pull cord. Modern electric panel heater. Hatch to loft area. Archway to:

DRESSING ROOM/BEDROOM 2: 8’3” (2.51m) x 7’2” (2.19m). Aspect to the east. Double glazed picture window overlooking communal courtyard and parking area. Security pull cord. Agents Note: This room has been adapted as a dressing room but was originally a 2nd bedroom with a return door back to the landing, which still exists, so could be easily reinstated.

FROM THE LANDING, DOOR TO:

FULLY TILED SHOWER ROOM/W.C.: Aspect to the west. Velux double glazed window. Large walk-in fully tiled shower cubicle with Aqualisa thermostatic shower. Glazed shower screen. Wash basin set in vanity surround with double floor storage cupboard beneath. Close coupled low with concealed cistern. Security pull cord. Wall heater. Chrome vertical ladder style towel rail/heater.

OUTSIDE:
The property has the use of the communal gardens which are maintained on a regular basis and are covered under the cost of the service charge. Parking is available on a ‘first come first served’ basis. The residents parking can be allocated with the acquisition of an annual parking permit, subject to availability. The development has a minimum age criteria of over 55 years.

MANAGING AGENTS: First Port, Marlborough House, Wigmore Place, Luton LU2 9EX[use Contact Agent Button] [use Contact Agent Button]

LEASE TERM: 99 Years from 25th March 1986, 59 years remaining. Current Service Charge: £3023.98 per annum Ground Rent: £664.68 per annum

COUNCIL TAX BAND: D

AGENTS NOTE: A prospective purchaser will need, prior to purchasing the property, to have an interview with the House Manager.

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