Guide price
£170,0001 bedroom apartment for sale
Strand Court, Rye, East Sussex TN31 7AY
Retirement
Apartment
1 bed
1 bath
430 sq ft / 40 sq m
EPC rating: C
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ROOMS Communal entrance hall, Private entrance hall, Living room, Kitchen, Double bedroom, Shower room, Electric heating, Double glazing, Emergency pull cord system, Communal living room and laundry room, Communal gardens, Parking available by arrangement, House manager and Care line system, EPC Rating C
LOCATION Located in the Conservation Area of the Ancient Town, the Strand Court building fronts the Strand Quay area, which has been redeveloped to provide commercial outlets and residential accommodation in converted warehouses and corn stores, in proximity are restaurants, a wine bar and antique retailers. Rye is renowned for its period architecture and cobbled ways and is served by a selection of local independent shops, supermarkets, library and leisure centre and is on the Eastbourne to Ashford branch line with high speed connections from Ashford to London St Pancras (37 minutes) and the Continent. The M20 may be joined at Ashford via the improved and upgraded A2070 and A259. Sporting facilities in the area include golf at Rye, Cooden and Hastings, sailing on the south coast and many fine countryside and coastal walks.
DESCRIPTION Strand Court was constructed by McCarthy & Stone Ltd and comprises 49 apartments arranged over four floors each served by a lift. The house manager can be contacted from various points within each property in a case of emergency. For periods when the house manager is off duty there is a 24 hour emergency Care line response system. There is a condition of purchase that residents be over the age of 60 years or in the event of a couple, one must be over 60 and the other over 55. A guest suite can be booked for visiting relatives at £30 per night.
LEASE DETAILS Lease Details: - 125 years commencing 27th November 1988.
Annual service charge £2,342.70
Annual ground rent £492.00
Total yearly expenditure £2,834.07
ACCOMMODATION The internal lift to the first floor is conveniently situated directly opposite the front door to No.16. The flat comprises private entrance hall with deep storage cupboard.
Living room deep silled bay window with views over the nearby warehouses. Free standing electric fire. Kitchen fitted with a range of units incorporating a sink unit, space for fridge/freezer, 4 ring electric hob with extractor fan. Double bedroom window with views over the warehouses, built in double wardrobe. Shower room comprising walk in shower, w.c, wash hand basin with cupboard under.
OUTSIDE To the rear of Strand Court there is a communal area of residents' parking (limited spaces) along with visitors' parking. There are sockets available for charging mobility scooters.
Communal landscaped courtyard garden.
FURTHER INFORMATION The following is included within the service charge:
Building maintenance externally and communal areas, building insurance (communal areas only), care line, water rates, communal electricity, communal cleaning, gardening, window cleaner (outside and communal areas only), house managers salary and flat, managing agents fees. There is a no dogs policy at Strand Court although visiting pets are permitted.
Rother Council Tax Band C
Mains electricity and water. Mains drainage.
Predicted mobile phone coverage: EE, Vodafone, Three and 02
Broadband speed: Superfast 74Mbps available. Source Ofcom
River and Sea Flood risk summary: Very low risk. Source GOV.UK
LOCATION Located in the Conservation Area of the Ancient Town, the Strand Court building fronts the Strand Quay area, which has been redeveloped to provide commercial outlets and residential accommodation in converted warehouses and corn stores, in proximity are restaurants, a wine bar and antique retailers. Rye is renowned for its period architecture and cobbled ways and is served by a selection of local independent shops, supermarkets, library and leisure centre and is on the Eastbourne to Ashford branch line with high speed connections from Ashford to London St Pancras (37 minutes) and the Continent. The M20 may be joined at Ashford via the improved and upgraded A2070 and A259. Sporting facilities in the area include golf at Rye, Cooden and Hastings, sailing on the south coast and many fine countryside and coastal walks.
DESCRIPTION Strand Court was constructed by McCarthy & Stone Ltd and comprises 49 apartments arranged over four floors each served by a lift. The house manager can be contacted from various points within each property in a case of emergency. For periods when the house manager is off duty there is a 24 hour emergency Care line response system. There is a condition of purchase that residents be over the age of 60 years or in the event of a couple, one must be over 60 and the other over 55. A guest suite can be booked for visiting relatives at £30 per night.
LEASE DETAILS Lease Details: - 125 years commencing 27th November 1988.
Annual service charge £2,342.70
Annual ground rent £492.00
Total yearly expenditure £2,834.07
ACCOMMODATION The internal lift to the first floor is conveniently situated directly opposite the front door to No.16. The flat comprises private entrance hall with deep storage cupboard.
Living room deep silled bay window with views over the nearby warehouses. Free standing electric fire. Kitchen fitted with a range of units incorporating a sink unit, space for fridge/freezer, 4 ring electric hob with extractor fan. Double bedroom window with views over the warehouses, built in double wardrobe. Shower room comprising walk in shower, w.c, wash hand basin with cupboard under.
OUTSIDE To the rear of Strand Court there is a communal area of residents' parking (limited spaces) along with visitors' parking. There are sockets available for charging mobility scooters.
Communal landscaped courtyard garden.
FURTHER INFORMATION The following is included within the service charge:
Building maintenance externally and communal areas, building insurance (communal areas only), care line, water rates, communal electricity, communal cleaning, gardening, window cleaner (outside and communal areas only), house managers salary and flat, managing agents fees. There is a no dogs policy at Strand Court although visiting pets are permitted.
Rother Council Tax Band C
Mains electricity and water. Mains drainage.
Predicted mobile phone coverage: EE, Vodafone, Three and 02
Broadband speed: Superfast 74Mbps available. Source Ofcom
River and Sea Flood risk summary: Very low risk. Source GOV.UK
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Phillips & Stubbs – a regional property consultancy with a national profile at home in Rye LOCAL KNOWLEDGE – BETTER RESULTS We know every square mile and having an intimate knowledge of the local area and market enables us to get outstanding results for our clients. Whilst we may never compete with the large, corporate concerns in terms of their financial might and self promotion, they can never get close to the local community in the way that we can and develop those all important long term relationships on which the success of our business and reputation is built. Knowing the various micro-markets that make-up the local property scene and forging affinities with individuals in those communities over a long period of time gives us a deeper understanding and permits us to make those all important connections that go beyond conventional marketing. Despite all the advances in technology, this business is still very much a people business and local ‘know-how’ is often the difference between success and failure. COASTAL & COUNTRY We understand that particular properties require a bespoke, lifestyle approach and our Coastal and Country brand gives us the platform to market intriguing properties of merit using a tailored service built around a team of experienced professionals specialising in their field, high impact marketing and a clear understanding of the local market. One of the UK’s natural treasures is its unique coastline. Often charming, sometimes awe-inspiring, never boring, it is not surprising that so many people choose to live along the 7,760 miles of UK coast. We are acutely aware that properties with a sea view or located in close proximity to the beach are among the most sought-after for the lifestyle opportunities they provide. 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One may say of them that they are of the colour of English history’. W. Beach Thomas. Such unique properties demand particular attention and a focus on the special qualities of an individual property through tailored marketing rather than a ‘one size fits all approach’ in order to ensure you get the best possible outcome. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION It is the advice you hear from us all the time and we apply it to ourselves. Our distinctive office in Rye occupies a high profile, corner position which ensures your property will get noticed. It also has a contemporary feel reflecting our forward thinking approach whilst being conducive to discussing business and property related matters in a relaxed yet professional environment. 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From branding to advertising, from how our office looks to the bespoke brochures we produce using floor plans, professional photography, dusk shots and aerial images and through our online presence and the use of social media channels, journalist interviews and historical research on individual houses, we are committed to constantly evolving our marketing approach to ensure your property is shown to maximum advantage. The benefits are greater awareness and better results for both us and our clients. A STRONG ONLINE PRESENCE Over 80% of all property searches begin online and so it is a very important factor when it comes to marketing but in order to differentiate your property in an overcrowded market there is in our view a need to go beyond simply replicating what can be seen on the main property portals on our own website. Accordingly, our website continues to develop to become a valuable resource for anyone looking to buy or rent property by providing additional information about individual houses and the locality and has an interactive design delivering an enhanced experience. In addition, individual micro-sites with extra features can be created for an individual property. PARTNERSHIP We see our relationship with our clients as a partnership. We all have a stake in the result and the importance of focusing and working together is vital in getting the best result for our client. Like any relationship, communication is vital in understanding what each party wants to achieve. Any estate agent would covet the opportunity to market your property on your behalf and at the outset you will probably see plenty of enthusiasm but often the activity can tail off if there is no early result. Not every property sells within a few weeks, of course, but from the outset we agree a marketing strategy with you that has regular reviews built-in to it to ensure your property remains firmly at the forefront of our minds. By working together it takes less energy and time and creates a better understanding and appreciation of the outcome. As an independent firm with a ‘can-do’ attitude and a business built on professionalism, energy, enthusiasm and extensive knowledge, we understand it is the quality of service we offer to clients that determines our success and we are particularly proud of the repeat business and recommendations we get from satisfied clients. LET ME SELL YOU A SECRET Evoking Robert Cialdini’s Scarcity Principle of Influence, there are certain circumstances where it may be advantageous for a property owner to sell off-market and we have a discreet service aimed at search agents and specific buyers who have clearly defined criteria.