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See how verdicts work1-bedroom house · BR6 8NE
For saleReduced £29.5k (−16.4%) on 17 SepListed 161 days
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About
First floor retirement flat with double aspect living room. Conveniently situated for shops, restaurants and buses to Orpington and Bromley.
This well presented, first floor retirement flat is situated in phase 2 of popular Summerlands Lodge.
Being positioned on a corner of the building it has the added benefit of a window in the kitchen and dual aspect sitting room providing plenty of natural light.
The accommodation comprises a bright sitting room with space for a small dining table, a kitchen with a range of fitted wall and base units with space for an electric oven and fridge/freezer, a double bedroom with fitted wardrobe and a three piece shower room with a recently installed walk-in shower.
Summerlands Lodge is conveniently located for bus routes, local shops and supermarkets in nearby Locksbottom and the pru Hospital.
The development benefits from a warden, 'Care Line' emergency pull cords, entryphone system and lift, in addition to the many communal facilities such as residents lounge and laundry room.
There are communal gardens with seating areas and a guest room is available for visitors.
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About 48 Summerlands Lodge,, Farnborough Common, Orpington
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