1-bedroom flat · BN26 6DW
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About
An opportunity arises to acquire this well presented one bedroom first floor apartment forming part of the popular Guardian Court retirement development for the over 60's.
The apartment is set within attractive communal gardens and features communal facilities that include a residents lounge, laundry room, and a guests bedroom at an additional charge.
The apartment benefits from communal heating, double glazing and there is a house manager. The block is served by a passenger lift and the apartment is offered to the market chain free. EPC = C.
The Accommodation Comprises: Communal entrance hall with passenger lift or stairs rising to first floor, front door to: Entrance Hall Recess with shelf and consumer unit, built-in storage cupboard with shelving and cupboard over, built in linen cupboard.
Living Room (4.04m x 3.96m (13'3 x 13)) Radiator, walk in storage cupboard with light, outlook to front.
Kitchen (2.57m max x 1.50m max (8'5 max x 4'11 max)) (maximum measurements include depth of fitted units) Range of base and wall mounted cupboards, work surface with inset single drainer sink unit, Hotpoint electric hob, tiled walls, window to side.
Double Bedroom (3.99m max x 3.28m max (13'1 max x 10'9 max)) (10'9 max reducing to 8'7) Radiator, built-In wardrobe cupboard, outlook to rear.
Shower Room Spacious shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into cabinet, low level wc with concealed cistern, radiator, tiled walls, mirror, shaver point, wall mounted electric heater, medicine cabinet.
Communal Facilities Attractive communal gardens, residents lounge, guest bedroom (additional nightly charge), laundry room, residents parking on a first come first served basis.
Nb We are informed of the following, Term of lease 99 years from July 1999 Service charge: For the period April 2026/27 £309.39 per month Sinking fund is at a cost of 1.75% yearly (calculated from the original purchase price on pro rata basis until resold to another owner); to be deducted from the sale price on completion.
(All details concerning the term of the lease and outgoings are subject to verification) Council Tax Band: Council Tax Band - 'B' Wealden District Council.
Broadband And Mobile Phone Checker: For broadband and mobile phone information please see the following website: For Clarification: We wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide.
We have not carried out a detailed survey nor tested the services, appliances & specific fittings. Room sizes cannot be relied upon for carpets and furnishings.
Viewing Arrangements: All appointments are to be made through Taylor Engley.
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