1 bed flat for sale

Bishops Way, Canterbury, Kent CT2

Well Presented First Floor Retirement Apartment in a Peaceful Setting With No Onward Chain

We are delighted to bring to the market this bright and well maintained first floor apartment, exclusively available to buyers aged 60 and over. Located within a quiet and established retirement development, the property offers a comfortable and secure lifestyle, surrounded by attractive communal gardens and benefiting from residents' parking.

The apartment is accessed via a communal entrance hall with stairs leading to the first floor, where it has its own private front door. Inside, the accommodation includes a spacious walk in storage cupboard housing the gas fired boiler that supplies the central heating and hot water, as well as an additional linen cupboard. The lounge is filled with natural light from two large windows overlooking the beautifully kept communal garden. The modern fitted kitchen offers integrated appliances and units for storage.

The bedroom is a generous size and also features two double-glazed windows, creating a bright and airy atmosphere. A modern shower room completes the internal layout. Outside, residents can enjoy the landscaped communal gardens, which include a charming courtyard area with bench seating.

Offered to the market with no onward chain, this apartment provides an excellent opportunity for those seeking independent living in a quiet and friendly community.

Please note, the property is being sold on a shared equity basis, with a 70% ownership share available to the buyer. The remaining 30% will be retained by the management company. A new 60 year lease will be granted to the incoming owner upon completion.

Identification checks
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Location Summary
The property is situated within the city of Canterbury, being within easy access of the High Street and all its amenities. These include an excellent modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and other colleges, together with an excellent choice of schools in both the public and private sectors. In addition to the High Street is the Kings Mile, which is a lovely mall of boutique style shops, cafes, eateries and public houses.

Sporting and recreational opportunities nearby include: Golf at Scotland Hills, Canterbury, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, county cricket at Canterbury and day trips to France via Eurotunnel, all within easy access. In addition, the Marlowe Theatre, the spectacular Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and the Gulbenkian (theatre, cinema and café bar) at the University of Kent, all provide a wealth of excellent entertainment in Canterbury.

Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, with Canterbury West offering the high speed service to London (St Pancras 56 mins). The property is also within easy access of the A2 dual carriageway, which in turn links to the Channel Port of Dover and Brenley Corner at Faversham, adjoining the M2 / A299 (Thanet Way) linking London and the coastal towns respectively. Ashford International (15.4 miles, London St Pancras 38 mins).

Entrance Hall

Bathroom (7' 3" x 5' 5")

Lounge/ Diner (15' 6" x 13' 11")

Bedroom (16' 1" x 9' 1")

Kitchen (10' 1" x 7' 4")

External

Communal Gardens

Residents Parking