1 bed flat for sale

Drakes Close, Somerset TA6

A purpose-built one-bedroom retirement apartment, ideally located at the popular Bridgwater Docks with communal gardens within walking distance to town.

Full description Brightestmove are delighted to bring to the market this well-presented, purpose-built retirement apartment for the over-55s, located within a popular and established development close to Bridgwater Docks and less than one mile from the wide range of amenities available in Bridgwater town centre.

Constructed in 1981, the property benefits from a 999-year lease and forms part of a small block of just three apartments, with the added advantages of communal parking and well-maintained communal gardens.

The apartment has been improved with a refitted kitchen and modern, energy-efficient double-glazed windows throughout.

Accessed via a communal entrance with stairs and a stairlift, the accommodation comprises a private entrance hall with airing and storage cupboards, a spacious lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, double bedroom, and bathroom.

Drakes Close further benefits from a non-resident warden, a communal laundry room, and 'The Haven', a dedicated communal space where a variety of social events are regularly held.

Bridgwater is an emerging town situated in the heart of the borough of Sedgemoor and within 11 miles of Taunton and 38 miles of Bristol. The town which is famed for its annual carnival is a thriving place with many new jobs being created in recent years.

Entrance Via communal door and stairs with communal stairlift to landing with access to own front door to:

Entrance hallway Storage radiator, loft hatch, airing cupboard, storage cupboard, security entry phone and access to lounge/diner, bedroom and bathroom.

Lounge/diner 14' 03" x 10' 08" (4.34m x 3.25m) Front aspect Oriel Bay double glazed window, storage radiator, door to:

Kitchen 8' 10" x 5' 10" (2.69m x 1.78m) Front aspect double glazed window. Refitted with a range of matching wall, base and drawer units with display cabinet and granite effect roll top work surfaces over with stainless steel sink and drainer unit inset. Space and point for electric cooker, space for fridge freezer, space and plumbing for washing machine, tiled splash backs and surrounds, tile effect flooring.

Bedroom 13' 01" x 10' 08" (3.99m x 3.25m) Rear aspect double glazed window overlooking communal gardens, electric radiator.

Bathroom Obscure rear aspect double glazed window. Fitted with a three piece suite comprising low level panelled bath and wall mounted electric shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC, part tiled walls, heated towel rail.

Services Mains electricity, water and drainage.

Heating Electric storage heaters

tenure Leasehold - 999 years from 1981

service charges £2588.08 per annum paid quarterly.

Ground rent £5 per annum