£135,000
1 bed flat for saleWateringbury, Maidstone ME18
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: B
- Retirement
- Leasehold
Page & Wells
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About this property
One bed ground floor retirement apartment
Outskirts of Wateringbury village
Age 55+
Excellent on-site communal facilities
Area for study/occasional bedroom
Modern kitchen
Wet room
Private Courtyard
Communal gardens
No forward chain
The property is situated in a peaceful setting on the outskirts of the popular village of Wateringbury, which lies about 4-miles to the west of the county town. The village has excellent local amenities, Maidstone itself providing a wide range of shopping, educational and social facilities.
The apartment is situated on the lower ground floor and has a lovely small private courtyard garden. The property comprises a beautifully presented one bedroom retirement apartment with a useful area providing study/occasional bedroom within. The apartment benefits from central heating and double glazing. The Orpines offers special facilities including a restaurant, assisted spa bath, communal lounge, activity room, hair/manicure salon, and there are delightful communal gardens surrounding the complex. There is an age restriction of 55 and over. No forward chain. An internal inspection of this quality apartment is thoroughly recommended by the sole selling agents. Contact: Page & wells King Street office . EPC Rating: B. Council Tax Band: D. Tenure: Leasehold.
Accommodation
Communal entrance door to ...
Communal Reception Hall
Both stairs and lift to the apartment. Entrance door to Flat 16 ...
Reception Area: (6.05m x 2.39m max (19'10 x 7'10 max))
An area suitable for a study or occasional bedroom.
Inner Hall: (4.39m x 1.52m (14'5 x 5'))
Cupboard concealing Vent-Axia boiler providing hot water and central heating. Further storage cupboard.
Lounge: (4.06m x 3.61m (13'4 x 11'10))
Double glazed window. Double glazed door to garden. Two wall light points.
Kitchen: (4.14m x 2.16m (13'7 x 7'1))
The kitchen area has an excellent range of work surfaces with cupboards and drawers under. Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit with cupboard beneath. Integrated washing machine, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Built-in Bosch oven. 4-ring ceramic hob with extractor fan over. Range of wall cupboards. Inset ceiling lighting.
Bedroom: (5.64m x 2.77m (18'6 x 9'1))
Range of full length wardrobe cupboards. Double glazed window overlooking the courtyard garden.
Wet Room:
Low-level WC. Wash hand basin. Shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower. Chrome heated towel rail. Extractor fan. Inset ceiling lighting. Part tiled walls. Wall mirror.
Externally
The property benefits from its own private courtyard garden. There are communal gardens surrounding the complex and communal parking.
Lease Details
125-year lease granted in 2021. We understand from our client that the service charge is £682.24 per month.
Viewing
Viewing strictly by arrangements with the Agent’s Head Office: 52-54 King Street, Maidstone, Kent ME14 1DB. Tel:
Directions
Leave Maidstone on the A26 Tonbridge Road and proceed to Teston. Just prior to the village turn right into The Orpines.
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Tenure
Leasehold (121 years)
Service charge
Council tax band
D
Ground rent
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