1 bedroom retirement property for sale

9 Bishops Court is a one bedroom upper ground floor flat comprising in brief; a spacious sitting room with a view to the rear of the building. Furthermore, there are doors leading into the kitchen which benefits from wall and base units for storage with tiled splashbacks, a stainless steel sink and space for a freestanding oven and fridge/freezer. The bedroom is spacious and allows for wardrobe storage and completing the accommodation is the bathroom which is predominantly tiled.

Outside of the development there are communal gardens which are well maintained with various areas to sit out and relax in the warmer months. Some areas of the garden are accessed via steps.

There is a secure entrance system for residents with an automatic front door key fob and normal key operated side doors. By the front door there are charging ports for mobility aids which is agreed/arranged by the Manager. There is a residents sitting room which is nicely furnished with an adjoining kitchenette where regular coffee mornings and activities are held.

The guest suite is available for family and friends and will need to be pre-booked, and there is a nominal charge for the use of this. The laundry room has a selection of washing machines and tumble dryers which can be found on the lower ground level of the development.

AGENTS NOTES AND LEASE DETAILS
From September 2024, the annual maintenance charge for Bishops Court is £3259.78 per annum for a one bedroom apartment and £4889.67 for a two bedroom apartment. The ground rent is £427.27 for a one bedroom apartment and £474.74 for a two bedroom apartment. These are all split over two payments due on 1st March and 1st September. This information was given to us from the House Manager in June 2024.The tenure of the property is Leasehold with a 125 year lease, commencing in 1994. Purchasers/occupants are to be of an age of 55 years or over. We understand that pets are not permitted. At the point of re-selling the property, a contribution is payable to the ongoing sinking fund equating to 1% to First Port of the sale price and 1% to Estates and Management of either the original purchase price or the sale price (whichever is the lowest figure). (Correct at July 2024)

LOCATION
Bishops Court is situated a pleasant stroll from Wellington town centre which offers an excellent selection of shopping and recreational facilities to include a Sports Centre with swimming pool. Wellington benefits from a good range of both independently run shops and larger national stores such as the well renowned Waitrose.

DIRECTIONS
From our town centre office proceed in the Exeter direction. On approaching the main town centre traffic lights turn right into North Street and continue along. The entrance to Bishops Court can be found on the left hand side just past the Victoria Arms public house.

Council Tax Band: B
Tenure: Leasehold