1 bed flat for sale

The Orpines, Wateringbury, Maidstone ME18

A well-presented, chain free, one-bedroom apartment in Wateringbury, offering a private patio, on-site restaurant, 24-hour staffing and exceptional communal facilities.

For anyone who values independence but appreciates the reassurance of knowing that support, community and comfort are close at hand, Meadow View Court offers something genuinely exceptional - a well-presented, self-contained apartment set within one of the most thoughtfully managed and comprehensively serviced developments in the area.

The apartment itself is well-proportioned throughout. The lounge and dining room is a generous, naturally bright space with room for both relaxing and entertaining. A separate fitted kitchen provides ample storage and workspace, and the bedroom is a particularly good size - a proper, comfortable double with fitted wardrobes keeping the room practical and uncluttered. A bathroom completes the accommodation. On the outside, the apartment benefits from its own private patio - a contained, pleasant outdoor space with mature planting, perfect for a morning coffee or a quiet moment in the fresh air.

What truly distinguishes this property, however, is the breadth of what is included in the monthly service charge - and it is worth taking the time to understand just what that covers. Managed by Love Living Homes, Meadow View Court is a development designed around its residents, offering a standard of on-site amenity and support that would be impossible to replicate independently at anything close to the cost.

The development is staffed on site throughout the day, with 24-hour support in place overnight, and emergency assistance available at all times via pendant alarms and pull cords throughout the building. For day-to-day living, the on-site restaurant is a genuine highlight - serving two-course meals daily from an extensive, pre-ordered menu at approximately £4 per day, with residents free to choose as many or as few days per week as they wish. A hairdresser operates within the development, removing the need for trips further afield. Communal lounges provide welcoming spaces to socialise and spend time with neighbours. At the same time, an assisted bathroom - featuring a jacuzzi bath with hoist for those who need support - is available to all residents. Mobility scooter storage is provided, and the communal grounds are beautifully maintained year-round. Buildings insurance is included within the service charge, as is a comprehensive range of maintenance, cleaning, and management services.

The property is held on a 125-year lease from December 2020, carries an EPC rating of B, and is situated in the popular village of Wateringbury with easy access to local amenities and the wider Maidstone area. Full details of the service charge are available upon request and are well worth reviewing. For those considering their options, the value represented here relative to the cost of alternative care or retirement provision is considerable.

Please contact Ben Siggins Estate Agents to arrange your viewing.