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Set within the popular Elphinstone Court development in the heart of Kilmacolm, this bright and spacious two bedroom second floor retirement apartment offers comfortable, easily managed accommodation in a particularly convenient village-centre location.
Built by McCarthy Stone and designed specifically with retirement living in mind, the development provides a welcoming and secure environment with the added benefit of a daytime manager, 24-hour emergency care alarm system, residents' lounge, communal laundry facilities and guest accommodation available for visiting family and friends, subject to availability and an additional nightly charge.
A lift provides access to all floors and there is also limited residents' parking available within the development.
The apartment itself is presented in good order throughout and enjoys a pleasant view to the front of the building. From the entrance hallway, access is provided to all principal rooms.
The lounge is a particularly generous living space with ample room for both sitting and dining furniture and benefits from a large window which allows plenty of natural light into the room while enjoying views across Kilmacolm.
An attractive archway leads through to the fitted kitchen, which offers a range of wall and base units, worktop space, tiled splashbacks, sink, integrated hob with extractor hood above and oven, together with space for additional freestanding appliances.
There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, with the principal bedroom offering excellent floor space together with fitted mirrored wardrobes.
The second bedroom provides useful flexibility and would work equally well as a guest room, study or additional sitting room.
Completing the accommodation is the modern shower room, finished with contemporary wall tiling and comprising a large walk-in shower enclosure with electric shower, WC, wash hand basin with fitted vanity storage and chrome heated towel rail.
The apartment further benefits from double glazing and electric heating, while the building itself can be accessed by both stairs and lift.
Elphinstone Court occupies an excellent position close to the centre of Kilmacolm, allowing easy access to the village's shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities.
Kilmacolm itself is one of the most sought-after villages within the Gryffe Valley and is surrounded by attractive countryside while remaining well connected to the wider area.
The village offers a range of recreational facilities including Kilmacolm Golf Club, tennis club, bowling club and Birkmyre Park, while nearby road links provide convenient access towards Bridge of Weir, Johnstone, Glasgow Airport, Braehead and Glasgow City Centre.
Purchasers should be aware that the development is subject to age and management criteria administered by FirstPort, with residents generally required to be aged 60 or over.
Prospective buyers should satisfy themselves as to the current qualifying requirements prior to purchase.
A bright, spacious and well-positioned retirement apartment offering comfortable accommodation together with the convenience and reassurance of a professionally managed development in the very heart of Kilmacolm.
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