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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · EX23 8JQ
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About
No. 20 Pentyre Court is a beautifully presented apartment within this sought-after over-55s waterside development, having undergone a comprehensive refurbishment within the last five years.
The accommodation comprises a bright, south-facing lounge/dining room, creating a warm and inviting living space, together with a spacious double bedroom featuring a built-in wardrobe.
The modern kitchen is fitted with quality appliances including a Smeg oven, NEFF induction hob, Bosch washer and dryer, and NEFF fridge and freezer.
A newly installed shower room completes the accommodation, while a generously sized airing cupboard provides excellent storage and houses a recently fitted boiler.
Pentyre Court is a purpose-built development of 26 apartments constructed by McCarthy & Stone in 2000, designed to provide ‘Independent Retirement Living’.
Residents benefit from a 24-hour Careline system, lift access, secure entry-phone system, guest suite for visitors, part-time on-site manager, well-maintained communal gardens, residents’ parking and smart communal hallways with an inviting entrance foyer.
Ideally positioned alongside the canal in a favoured residential area, the property enjoys level access to The Falcon Hotel and The Brendon Arms, the revitalised canal area, Summerleaze Beach and the iconic Pepper Pot, as well as the general stores at The Crescent.
Agent Note - This is not a canal facing apartment From Bude town centre, proceed along The Strand and turn right at the mini roundabout.
Continue over the bridge, where the entrance to Pentyre Court will be found shortly thereafter on the left-hand side. What3Words - ///slugs.patrolled.rise
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About Vicarage Road, Bude, Cornwall, EX23
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