1 bedroom retirement property for sale

A first floor larger than average ‘house managed’ retirement apartment, in this select residential development, within the heart of the town centre. No onward chain.

Summary of Accommodation

*RECEPTION HALL * LIVING ROOM * KITCHEN * BEDROOM WITH BUILT-IN DOUBLE WARDROBE * SHOWER ROOM * ELECTRIC HEATING * UPVC DOUBLE GLAZING * ACCESS TO LOFT STORAGE * LIFT OR STAIRS TO FIRST (TOP) FLOOR * COMMUNAL AREA AND COMMUNAL GARDENS *

DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION: This first floor apartment forms part of an exclusive and prestigious retirement complex for residents of 55 years and over, being centrally located adjacent to Ringwood High Street and Market Place. This development was originally constructed during the 1980's, paying particular attention to external architectural feature and set in delightful and well landscaped grounds. The development offers charm, character and attention to personal comfort with managers who ensure the smooth running of the complex.

SITUATION: The apartment is located on the first (top) floor, accessible via lift or stairs, and is centrally positioned within the complex, which is just off the Market Place and High Street of Ringwood Town Centre, which itself offers a weekly street market, in addition to comprehensive range of leisure, shopping and community facilities. The Sainsbury's and Waitrose supermarkets are within a few hundred metres level walk, as are banks and main stores. The A31 and A338 provide transport links to the main centres of Bournemouth (12 miles), Southampton (16 miles) and Salisbury (18miles). The open New Forest is within two 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:

PERSONAL FRONT DOOR WITH INSET SPYHOLE GIVING ACCESS TO:

PERSONAL RECEPTION HALL: Wall mounted entry phone. Hatch to loft. Wall mounted emergency pull cord. Full height airing cupboard housing factory sealed hot water cylinder with slatted shelving. Cupboard housing electric meter and fuse box.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

LIVING ROOM: 16'10" x 11'1" (5.13m x 3.38m) maximum. Upvc double glazed window to the west. Modern "Dimplex" Quantum electric night storage heater. Telephone and TV points. Two ceiling light points. Emergency pull cord.

FROM THE LIVING ROOM, SLIDING DOOR ACCESS TO:

KITCHEN: 7'8" x 6'11" (2.34m x 2.11m) maximum points. Single bowl, single drainer stainless steel sink unit with h and c monoblock mixer tap, plus separate drinking water filter tap set into laminate roll top work surface, which extends to three walls with part tiled surround. Range of base storage cupboards and drawers beneath the work surface. Inset four ring electric hob set into the work surface with two speed fan and light canopy above. Separate electric oven beneath the work surface. Range of wall mounted units and corner shelf. Strip light.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM: 16'10" (5.13m) into recess, narrowing to 14'7" (4.44m) to the front of wardrobes x 8'11" (2.72m). Upvc double glazed window to the west overlooking the communal garden and Ringwood skyline. "Dimplex" electric night storage heater. TV point. Emergency pull cord. Twin bifold door wardrobe with hanging and shelving plus strip light.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

SHOWER ROOM: 6'10" x 5'6" (2.08m x 1.68m) Fully tiled wall surround. Walk-in shower. Wall mounted "Aidele" extractor fan. Pedestal wash hand basin with h and c taps. Low flush w.c. Wall mounted heated towel rail. Electric heater. Wall mounted shaver point and light. Wall mirror and mirror fronted medicine cabinet. Emergency pull cord.

OUTSIDE: The property has the use of communal gardens which are maintained on a regular basis.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: C

EPC LINK:
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.

LEASE INFORMATION: GROUND RENT: £awaiting, MAINTENANCE: £awaiting, LEASE 99 YEARS, COMMENCING FROM 1986.

The managing agents are Whitton & Laing, 20, Queen Street, Exeter, Devon EX43 3SN Telephone number[use Contact Agent Button] email:[use Contact Agent Button]

All incoming purchasers are required to complete an application to purchase, provide proof of age and pay an administration fee. Once this fee has been received the Management Company will send the purchaser a purchaser information pack and 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 confirming a buyer is able to live independently.

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