1 bedroom retirement property for sale

A well-appointed one bedroom first floor ‘house managed’ apartment with south facing balcony in popular town centre development for over 55’s, within Ringwood town centre. No onward chain.


Summary of Accommodation

* COMMUNAL ENTRANCE * PERSONAL FRONT DOOR TO PRIVATE RECEPTION HALL * LIVING ROOM * SOUTH FACING * BALCONY * KITCHEN WITH SOME INTEGRATED APPLIANCES * DOUBLE BEDROOM WITH BUILT-IN WARDROBE * SHOWER ROOM/W.C. * NIGHT STORE HEATING * DOUBLE GLAZING * SECURITY PULL CORD * COMMUNAL FACILITIES INCLUDE LAUNDRY ROOM, GUEST SUITE AND GARDENS *

DESCRIPTION & CONSTRUCTION:
This well appointed first floor one bedroom apartment forms part of a prestigious development of ‘house managed’ apartments for residents over the age of 55. The property has a southerly facing balcony, modern kitchen, shower room, double bedroom with built-in wardrobe, night store heating, double glazing and no onward chain.

SITUATION:
17 White Lion Courtyard forms part of this prestigious residential development centrally located between Ringwood Market Place 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 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 Dewey’s Lane), whereupon the main entrance to White Lion Courtyard is immediately in front, adjacent The Courtyard bistro.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES

PERSONAL FRONT DOOR TO:

PRIVATE RECEPTION HALL: Wall light. Cupboard housing electricity and fuse box. Wall mounted video entry phone, plus control panel for 24 hour Careline. Full height airing cupboard housing factory sealed hot water cylinder, slated shelves.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

LIVING ROOM: 17’6” (5.34m) x 13’2” (4m) maximum into window bay, narrowing to: 10’9” (3.30m). Dual aspect to the north and south. Double glazed sliding patio door leading to balcony with view across the communal landscaped gardens. Wrought iron balustrade. Security pull cord. 3 wall light points. T.V. point. Contemporary polished stone wall heater. Doorway to:

KITCHEN: 8’8” (2.66m) x 4’10” (1.50m). Aspect to the east. Kitchen units comprise wall to wall, roll top laminate work surface with inset single bowl, single drainers stainless steel sink unit with h & c mixer. Range of drawers and floor storage cupboards. Built in Firenzi electric oven and grill. Creda 4 burner electric ceramic hob. 2 speed extractor fan above. Drawers and floor storage cupboards beneath. Freestanding larder fridge-freezer. Matching range of eye level store cupboards. Open front shelved display unit. Tiled wall surround.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM: 11’10” (3.61m) plus deep door recess x 8’9” (2.69m). Aspect to the south. Double glazed picture window overlooking communal gardens. Without loss of measurement to the room double built wardrobe with hanging rail and shelf. Security pull cord.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

SHOWER ROOM/W.C.: 6’10” (2.11m) x 4’9” (1.46m). Step leading to raised shower cubicle, thermostatic shower. Wash basin set in vanity surround with double floor storage cupboard beneath. Adjoining low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Double built-in wall cupboard. Ladder style electric heated towel rail. Extractor. Down lights. Fully tiled walls.

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 for occupants over the age of 55.

Managing Agents are 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 is £274.90 per month. Ground rent £100 per annum.

The flat benefits from a house manager in addition to a 24 hour 7 day a week Care line connected to the internal alarm cord system. Other features include the use of the landscaped communal gardens. There is also the benefit of a laundry and guest room.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: C

EPC LINK: Awaiting

FLOORPLAN: Awaiting

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