1-bedroom flat · CT6 6UB
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Vacant First Floor One-Bedroom Leasehold Flat – Over 60s Only Shared Ownership with Sanctuary Housing Association | Beltinge Village Border | Built 1983 A well-positioned and purpose-built one-bedroom first-floor flat, available on a shared ownership leasehold basis, with 30% retained by Sanctuary Housing Association.
This vacant property is part of a secure and peaceful over-60s development, ideally located on the edge of Beltinge Village, just a short walk from local shops and with direct bus routes to the town centre and sea front.
Built in 1983, the flat is offered as seen and requires modernisation, presenting an excellent opportunity for a buyer to personalise the space to their own taste and needs.
The property benefits from electric heating, as there is no gas supply on site, and is fully double glazed. A part-time House Manager is based on site, offering additional peace of mind to residents.
The development includes a residents' car park and attractive, well-maintained communal gardens featuring a large natural pond with surrounding seating areas, ideal for enjoying the peaceful surroundings.
The current service charge is £239.19 per month plus VAT.
This property is available exclusively to buyers aged 60 or over, and any potential purchaser must be approved by Sanctuary Housing Association in order to proceed with the sale.
Viewing is strictly by appointment only.
Location: The property benefits from an abundance of public transport options within a five-minute walk, with bus stops located at Baptist Church, Hilary Close, and Dollies Corner.
These provide direct routes to various areas in Herne Bay, including Broomfield, Hillsborough, the town centre, train station, Greenhill, Westcliff, Grand Drive, and further afield to Canterbury, Margate, and qeqm Hospital.
Additionally, the property is situated less than a mile from a large Sainsbury's supermarket and is within walking distance of local amenities in Beltinge Village, including convenience stores and takeaway establishments.
Non- Approved Room Details Front Door The front door leads to the stairs that access the first floor, where power points are available.
Shower - 6' 6 Max Width x 7' 8 Max Length (1.99m x 2.34m) The shower room includes a shower cubicle with an electric shower unit, a pedestal wash basin, a low-level WC suite, a wall heater, and a double-glazed window.
Lounge - 12' 10 Max Width x 14' 7 Max Length (3.92m x 4.45m) The lounge, facing a westerly direction, features a storage heater, power points, a double-glazed window, and a door leading to the kitchen.
Kitchen - 5' 10 Max Width x 9' 10 Max Length (1.78m x 3m) The kitchen includes a stainless steel sink unit, fitted cupboards, and a double-glazed window.
Bedroom - 9' 10 Max Width x 9' 10 Max Length (3m x 3m) The front bedroom features an emergency call point and door entry system, a double-glazed window, a wall heater, power points, and a walk-in storage cupboard or wardrobe housing the consumer units.
Main Services The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, drainage and a telephone line.
All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions. A current service charge is in place of £239.19 excl.
Heating Electric heating is provided by a storage heater located in the Lounge and wall heaters located in the Shower room and the Bedroom.
And hot water by a dual-immersion heater as indicated in these particulars. Windows The windows are generally of double glazed casement styled units.
Tenure The property is to be sold leasehold with vacant possession on a shared ownership basis, with 30% ownership retained by Sanctuary Housing Association.
Council Tax We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band A. The amount payable under tax band A for the year 2025/2026 is £1,535.50.
Viewing Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.
Agent Notes Wilbee & Son gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents.
All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S.
Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition.<br />We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.
Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.
Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice.
Wilbee &amp; Son retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property.<br />No person in the employment of Wilbee &amp; Son has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT.<br />For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure.
9th May 2025
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