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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · OX49 5RD
Listing removedReduced £10k (−5.6%) on 14 JulListed 462 days
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About
A spacious 1 bedroom ground floor apartment, boasting an additional conservatory and it`s own courtyard garden, set on the grounds of this desirable retirement development with on site manager, within walking distance of the local village shops and amenities.
Chain free The property comprises: Entrance hallway for shoes and coats, access to the main reception room.
This spacious room has French doors to the front of the property allowing the natural light to create a bright and airy room.
The main feature of the flat however, is the extended kitchen/dining room with conservatory that has access via a sliding door to the enclosed, private courtyard garden.
The kitchen is well appointed with ample waist and eye level units, has space for a washing machine, slim-line dishwasher and electric oven and fridge freezer.
The conservatory area offers a wonderful addition to the property and has space for dining table and chairs and further comfortable seating.
The bedroom has fitted wardrobes and cupboards above the bed. There is a shower room with double shower and heated towel rail. There is also a large storage/airing cupboard in the internal hall.
Outside: The courtyard garden offers privacy and a space of tranquility for the green fingered.
Other notable features: On site parking, circa 97 years lease remaining, service charge £1,800 per year, electric storage heaters Location.
Dating back to the 9th century, Watlington is a picturesque, bustling market town (reputedly England`s smallest) with a range of shops, pubs, sporting facilities & clubs, Surgery & Pharmacy, as well as outstanding Pre-School, Primary & Secondary schools.
Located at the foot of the Ridgeway National Trail, Watlington is now famous for the formally endangered Red Kites.
Junction 6 of the M40 is within three miles of the town, providing easy access to the Midlands, London and the regional business centres of Oxford and High Wycombe.
Mainline stations are located at Princes Risborough and High Wycombe.
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period").
Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold). If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT.
This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00.
These services are optional.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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Returns
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