3 bedroom retirement property for sale

DESCRIPTION

A splendid two/three bedroom ground floor retirement apartment set within King Alfred's Courtyard in prime central Wells, fully renovated and offered with no onward chain. The property has undergone a refurbishment in recent years by the current owner and is presented in a immaculate order throughout making it a fantastic property to simply move furniture in and live. 

King Alfred's Courtyard is development of eighteen luxury homes and apartments for the over 55s. Built around a central courtyard, this well maintained gated community benefits from a house manager, lift, guest suite (pre-bookable) and residents' lounge. All communal areas are well maintained and comfortably furnished.

The apartment benefits from its own front door without the use of communal hallways and opens into a light and spacious private hall with ample storage, an airing cupboard and w/c with wash hand basin. The sitting/dining room is a spacious, light and airy room facing South-West and having a wonderful view towards St Cuthbert's Church. The newly fitted kitchen features an array of units with soft close, under counter lights, electric oven and hob, dishwasher, washing machine, built in fridge/freezer along with also having a lovely aspect towards The Church. From the main hall are three bedrooms, currently used as two bedrooms and a study. The principle bedroom is a good sized double with fitted wardrobes and views to the courtyard gardens. The second bedroom is a smaller double and the third bedroom is a good sized single/study with a fitted wardrobe. The newly fitted shower room features a large shower, toilet, wash hand basin, storage and toilet. 

OUTSIDE

There are attractive and well maintained communal gardens to the development with areas of lawn, hard landscaping and beds planted with shrubs and flowers. Benches are dotted around the garden. A small residents car park is on-site and is accessed via electric gates. Spaces are subject to availability.

TENURE

Leasehold

Approximately 102 years remaining of 125 year lease (as of 2024)

SERVICE CHARGES

Service Charge: £5279.04 per annum

Ground Rent: £350.00 per annum

The service charge includes, buildings insurance, grounds maintenance, external property maintenance, cleaning and maintenance of communal areas and house manager (Monday-Friday).

HEATING

Electric heating

SERVICES

Mains drainage, water and electricity are all connected.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Somerset Council

COUNCIL TAX

Band 'D'

EPC RATING

Rating 'C'

VIEWING

Strictly by appointment with Cooper and Tanner. [use Contact Agent Button]

DIRECTIONS

On foot from the Wells office turn right into Queen Street at the end of the road turn left on to the High Street and take the first left into Priest Row. One of the entrances to King Alfred's Courtyard can be found on the right hand side, just after the Florists.

For viewing purposes please meet our representative from Cooper & Tanner at the Priest Row entrance (next to the flower shop, BA5 2PY)