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A spacious one-bedroom retirement apartment within the popular McCarthy & Stone-built Conrad Court development, featuring a particularly generous double-aspect living room with an interesting outlook towards Stanford-le-Hope station.
Binks & Brown are pleased to offer for sale this well-proportioned one-bedroom retirement apartment situated within Conrad Court, an established McCarthy & Stone retirement development on Butts Lane, Stanford-le-Hope.
Offering approximately 42 sq m (452 sq ft) of accommodation, the property is an excellent option for those looking to downsize to a more manageable home whilst retaining their independence and enjoying the benefits of an established retirement community.
The Accommodation: The apartment opens into a useful entrance hallway providing access to the principal rooms together with valuable built-in storage.
The real highlight is the generous double-aspect living and dining room, measuring approximately 5.09m x 3.12m.
Windows to two aspects bring plenty of natural light into the room, while the outlook towards Stanford-le-Hope railway station provides an interesting view and a great spot to simply sit back and watch the world go by.
There is ample space to create separate sitting and dining areas, making this a particularly comfortable main reception room.
Glazed double doors lead through to the separate fitted kitchen, measuring approximately 2.24m x 1.80m, fitted with a range of wall and base units, work surfaces, sink and drainer, electric hob and built-in oven.
The double bedroom is another particularly good-sized room, measuring approximately 4.16m x 2.89m, with plenty of space for bedroom furniture and good natural light.
Completing the accommodation is the bathroom, fitted with a panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC, together with tiled walls and useful grab rails.
McCarthy & Stone Retirement Living: Conrad Court is an established McCarthy & Stone retirement development, purpose-built to provide residents with a comfortable and manageable home whilst retaining the privacy and independence of their own self-contained apartment.
The development is set within attractive communal gardens, with mature trees, established planting, pathways and seating areas providing pleasant outdoor spaces to enjoy without the responsibility of maintaining a private garden.
For someone moving from a larger property, 42 Conrad Court offers an appealing balance: A home that is easier to manage without feeling cramped, with a genuinely spacious living room, separate kitchen and good-sized double bedroom.
Location: Conrad Court occupies a convenient position on Butts Lane in Stanford-le-Hope, within easy reach of the town's shops, amenities and local services.
The proximity of Stanford-le-Hope railway station is another significant advantage, particularly for visiting friends and family or residents wishing to maintain their independence without relying entirely on a car.
What You'll Love!
McCarthy & Stone retirement development Double-aspect living and dining room A lovely spot to sit and watch the world go by Spacious one-bedroom accommodation Separate fitted kitchen Good-sized double bedroom Useful built-in storage Attractive established communal gardens Convenient for the town centre and railway station An excellent option for those looking to downsize How to View: If you are looking for a comfortable and manageable retirement property with a little more space and an interesting outlook, 42 Conrad Court is well worth seeing.
For further information or to arrange your viewing, contact our experienced sales team.
Location Anti-Money Laundering Checks: To comply with current Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, all successful purchasers will be required to complete an identity verification and aml check before the transaction can proceed.
This is undertaken by an independent third-party provider at a cost of £35.00 plus VAT per purchaser, payable by the purchaser.
Second Floor Hallway (2.80m x 1.14m) Living Room (5.09m x 3.12m) Kitchen (2.24m x 1.80m) Bathroom (2.10m x 1.71m) Bedroom (4.16m x 2.89m)
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