1-bedroom flat · PL25 4BH
For saleListed 20 days
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About
Ref: AT0518- Discover comfortable and convenient retirement living at The Sycamores, an attractive over-55s development ideally situated close to St Austell town centre.
This well-appointed one-bedroom apartment offers a spacious living room with plenty of room for relaxing and entertaining, together with a smart, well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable bedroom and a modern shower room.
Residents also benefit from communal gardens and convenient communal parking. The location is a particular highlight.
St Austell's shops, cafes and everyday amenities are within easy reach, while the nearby train and bus stations provide excellent transport connections for local journeys and travel further afield.
Offering comfort, convenience and a welcoming community setting, this appealing apartment is an excellent choice for anyone seeking an easier, low-maintenance lifestyle in a central St Austell location.
EPC Band C the accommodation (all sizes are approximate) Inner Hall Built in cupboard, door entry phone Living Room - 5.49m x 3.56m (18'0" x 11'8") Upvc window to front elevation, night storage heater, door into Kitchen - 2.36m x 1.91m (7'9" x 6'3") Fitted with a range of wall, base and drawer units with work surface over, part tiled walls, plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge/freezer, electric hoc and oven below, upvc window Bedroom - 4.29m x 2.57m (14'1" x 8'5") Large built in wardrobe with sliding doors, seperate built in cupboard, upvc window Shower Room A white suite comprising a wash hand basin with vanity surround, low leval WC, double shower cubical with electric shower and glass surround, heated towel rail Communal Gardens The development enjoys communal gardens which boast lawn areas, patios and flowerbeds.
Parking Communal parking is available to the front of the development Agents Note Tenure - The property is leasehold, with a 199-year lease dating from 1st January 1995 (we are awaiting confirmation of this), with a maintenance charge of approximately £135 per calendar month (this includes buildings insurance).
There is also an approximate £180 per annum charge for the upkeep of the water system (the development has a private water supply), and a £20 annual service charge for the upkeep of the grounds.
There is an age restriction to those aged 55 and over. The complex also does not allow pets.
Ground rent: £1620 pa Information on Anti-Money Laundering checks We are required by law to carry out Anti-Money Laundering checks on all individuals who are selling or buying a property.
It is our responsibility to ensure that these checks are carried out correctly and monitored continuously. However, our partner, i am property, will conduct the initial checks on our behalf.
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You will need to pay this fee to i am property and complete all Anti-Money Laundering checks before your offer can be formally agreed upon.
Agents notes Whilst we as the Listing Agents act on behalf of the vendors, we endeavour to ensure the accuracy of the property details produced and displayed, we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services.
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