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OULSNAM INTRODUCE THIS SUPBERLY PRESENTED ONE BEDROOM TOP FLOOR RETIREMENT APARTMENT FOR THE OVER 60's enjoying a pleasant outlook & ideally situated within easy access to the town centre, Waitros...
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DIRECTIONS
From Droitwich town centre proceed to the Worcester Road and turn left in the direction of Bromsgrove. Continue straight turning left at Ghurka Majestic restaurant into Tower Hill and the entrance to Whittingham Court can be found on the left hand side.
SUMMARY
* Entrance hallway with sizeable useful storage cupboard
* Lounge/diner with contemporary feature fireplace and electric log burner inset, double glazed window overlooking the entrance enjoying far reaching views beyond Waitrose and towards St Augustines C of E Church and double doors lead into the kitchen
* Kitchen with window enjoying views towards the lido and is fitted with a range of wall mounted and base units, work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink and drainer, fitted with integral appliances to include an AEG electric four ring hob & overhead extractor, AEG oven & microwave, fridge & freezer and wall mounted hot air heater.
* One double bedroom with floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes and window to rear elevation
* Shower room is fitted with a double walk in shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into vanity unit and wc
Communal area;
* Residents lounge with kitchen area.
* Laundry room providing a sink, washing machines and tumble dryers.
* A guest suite is available for use of family & friends.
* Well maintained communal car park, gardens and seating area.
* An on-site Development Manager can be contacted from various points in the case of an emergency and there is also a 24 hour emergency call system.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICES
The central heating is provided by electric storage heaters. There is no gas supply to the property.
TENURE
The property is leasehold. For further details on service/maintenance charges & ground rent contact agent.
Hallway
Lounge diner 5.4m x 3.4m
Bedroom 4.2m x 2.9m
Shower Room 2.06m x 1.68m
Kitchen 2.7m x 1.7m
ATTENTION CASH BUYERS! This first floor maisonette offers ONE BEDROOMED ACCOMMODATION, with RESIDENTS' PARKING & LAWNED GARDENS. The property is being sold with NO UPWARD CHAIN - viewing highly re...
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SUMMARY
* CASH BUYERS ONLY DUE TO LENGTH OF LEASE
* Popular residential location
* No Chain!
* First floor maisonette
* Entrance Hallway with stairs leading to main accommodation
* Well-presented Lounge/Diner
* Fitted Kitchen with an array of base and wall mounted cupboards and drawers, one bowl stainless steel sink with drainer, four ring Indesit gas hob with oven beneath and extractor fan over, fitted fridge/freezer and plumbing for washing machine
* Good sized Bedroom with storage cupboard
* Bathroom with white suite to include low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and roll top bath with Triton electric shower fitment over
* Storage Cupboard
* Tarmacadam Residents' Parking to the front
* Lawned fore and side gardens
GENERAL INFORMATION
Tenure:
The agent understands that the property is leasehold with approx. 56 years unexpired.
Service Charge & Ground Rent:
We understand that there is a ground rent payable of £34 half yearly and there is no service charge payable.
It should be stressed that these figures have not been verified and prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the amount of these charges via their solicitor prior to legally committing to the purchase.
Council Tax:
Band A
Heating and Glazing:
There is gas fired central heating installed with an Ideal combination boiler located in the Storage Cupboard. We are advised by our client that this was installed approx. 18 months ago.
Double glazed windows and doors are installed externally to the property.
LOCATION
Northfield, situated South West of Birmingham offers a number of sought after local schools including The Meadows & St Brigid’s Primary Schools, Shenley Academy Secondary School & Sixth Form together with Turves Green Boys’ Secondary School and King Edward VI Girls’ School in West Heath. Regular road and rail public services are available with railway stations located in Longbridge and Northfield providing access to Birmingham City Centre with the M5, junction 4 and M42, junction 2 being readily accessible. Other facilities include Northfield Library, Northfield Pool & Fitness Centre and a range of shopping facilities locally including the rapidly expanding and recently regenerated Longbridge Town Centre.
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance Hallway
Stairs leading to First Floor Accommodation
FIRST FLOOR
Lounge/Diner 4.6m max & 3.68m min x 2.74m max & 1.83m min
Secondary Hallway with Airing Cupboard and Doors to
Kitchen 3m x 1.55m
Bathroom 1.55m x 1.55m
Bedroom One (Front) 3.07m max & 2.16m min x 3.66m average
OUTSIDE
Tarmacadam Driveway Offering Residents' Parking
Lawned Fore & Side Gardens with Path to Property
A superb opportunity to purchase a parcel of land of approximatley 0.6 acres situated off Aqueduct Lane, Alvechurch. The land is situted within greenbelt but has residential properties to either side....
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The village of Barnt Green is approximately 1.1 miles - Barnt Green sits adjacent to open countryside and the rolling Lickey Hills, ideal for those wishing to pursue rural leisure pursuits, including walking and riding, whilst the Worcester and Birmingham canal also lies close at hand. The village boasts an extensive range of shops, common medical and dental practices, as well as a highly regarded primary school, sports and recreation ground, two churches, together with popular public houses and restaurants. Barnt Green provides an excellent rail link into Worcester and Birmingham city centres, whilst the nearby motorway network allows ready access to a variety of destinations both local and regional, making this delightful location ideal for the modern day commuters. Within the area there are multiple golf course for those keen Golfers, to include; Blackwell, Kings Norton, Bromsgrove.
Alvechurch sits in the Worcestershire open countryside, ideal for those wishing to pursue rural leisure pursuits, including walking and riding, whilst the Worcester and Birmingham canal lies close at hand, easily accessible from the Alvechurch Marina.
The village boasts an extensive range of shops, medical and dental practices, as well as OFSTED Outstanding nursery, primary and middle schools, football and cricket club, sports and recreation ground, three churches, together with popular public houses, bistros and restaurants. Alvechurch Green provides an excellent rail link into Redditch, University of Birmingham and Birmingham city centre, whilst the nearby motorway network allows ready access to a variety of destinations both local, regional and national, making this delightful location ideal for the modern-day commuter.
** 50% SHARED OWNERSHIP ** An immaculate one bedroom ground floor property boasting a generous wrap-around garden offering alfresco dining. The property is located on a sought after development in ...
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LOCATION
This beautiful property is set in the well regarded Worcestershire village of Burcot, which is mainly residential in nature. There are numerous local shopping facilities, with Blackwell
being served by a Village Shop for those everyday essentials. Just a short distance away the nearby Barnt Green Village offers a wide range of shops to include a Tesco Express, butchers, delis and greengrocers, in addition to clothing boutiques, salons and eateries. For that larger weekly shop, Bromsgrove plays host to Morrisons and Asda, with Sainsbury's being in nearby Redditch.
The stunning Lickey Hills are just a short distance away offering wonderful walks that enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding countryside, and excellent access to the M5 and M42 motorways and to the A38. There are train stations in Barnt Green and Alvechurch with regular services to Birmingham and Redditch, and there is also a bus service running through this well connected village.
SUMMARY
The property occupies a corner plot in a small development and has parking to the front with a pathway to the side and a door opening to the
* Hallway which has doors radiating off to the bedroom, shower room and
* Living space which has a sitting area and kitchen
Living space which has a window looking out to the side of the property and French doors leading out to the rear garden
Kitchen space which has a mixture of wall mounted and base units with worktops over with an inset stainless steel sink drainer. There is an integral electric oven, electric hob, an extractor hood and a fridge freezer as well as a connection for an under counter appliance. There is a window looking out to the rear of the property
* Bedroom which has an alcove perfect for a wardrobe and a window looking out to the front
* Shower room which has enclosed shower cubicle, a wash hand basin and a low level toilet
* Rear garden which has a patio area and turfed lawn. There is a timber gate that gives access to the front of the property
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Agent understands that the property is LEASEHOLD. The lease is 125 years from and including 20 July 2022.
This property is sold on a 50% shared ownership basis. There will be a rent and service charge to pay.
Rent and service charge per month: £242.76
Eligibility criteria:
There are certain criteria you must meet to qualify for a shared ownership property which are as follows:
• You are at least 18 years of age
• You have a deposit and can secure a mortgage
• You have a household income of less than £80,000 per year
• You are a first-time buyer i.e., you don’t already own a home
• You are currently a homeowner; however, the property is not suited to your current needs, and you cannot afford to purchase a suitable property
*Council tax band: A
Hallway
Living Space 5.66m x 2.7m
Bedroom 4.4m Max 3.38m Min x 3.02m
Shower Room 2.36m Max x 1.6m Max
A two double bedroom park home, situated with open field views on the popular Waterside Orchard site. The property offers potential to improve and tailor to your personal taste and requirements.
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Hopwood has excellent commuter access to junction 2 of the M42. The property is only 1.9 miles from the village of Barnt Green, and 1.5 miles from Alvechurch. The village of Alvechurch has a varied shopping area with many amenities which include a doctor’s surgery, dentist, opticians, butchers, coffee shops, and tearooms, and a highly recommended Gastro pub. Hopwood lies about 10 miles to the south-west of Birmingham city centre, and is surrounded by greenbelt offering wonderful walks that enjoy panoramic views over the countryside.
FEATURES
• Useful entrance porch
• Kitchen
• Lounge with sliding patio doors opening onto steps which lead to garden space
• Two double bedrooms with built in wardrobes
• Shower Room
• Generous wrap around garden, which is currently open. To offer privacy and security fencing could be added.
• No upward chain
GENERAL INFORMATION
Pitch Fee: £48.13 per week
Agent Note: This can be your only property. You are unable to buy a park home if you own any other property and is for cash buyers only.
Heating is provided by night storage heaters. Gas for the cooker is provided by Calor gas bottle., Gas is not connected for heating purposes and would need to be added.
Council Tax Band: A
A one bedroom park home, for over 50's to enjoy all year round. Situated in the desirable village of Blackwell, offering fitted kitchen, light and airy dual aspect lounge, shower room, low maintenance...
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This detached park home is set in the well regarded Worcestershire village of Blackwell, which is mainly residential in nature. There are numerous local shopping facilities, with Blackwell being served by a Village Shop for those everyday essentials. Just a short distance away the neighbouring Barnt Green Village offers a wide range of shops to include a Tesco Express, butchers, coffee shop, chemist, in addition to clothing boutiques, salons and eateries. For that larger weekly shop, Bromsgrove plays host to Morrisons and Asda, with Sainsbury's being in nearby Redditch. The stunning Lickey Hills are just a short distance away offering wonderful walks that enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding countryside, and Blackwell has excellent access to the M5 and M42 motorways and to the A38. There are train stations in Barnt Green and Alvechurch with regular services to Birmingham and Redditch, and there is also a bus service running through this well connected Village.
FEATURES
• Bright and airy lounge with dual aspect windows
• Double bedroom with space for wardrobes
• Shower Room
• Breakfast Kitchen
• Allocated parking
• Compact and blank canvas offering scope to create the perfect park home in the lovely village of Blackwell
COUNCIL TAX BAND: A
GROUND RENT: £134.81 per month
A one double bedroom park home situated within Blackwell Village. Having a private low maintance garden, off road parking and benefiting from NO UPWARD CHAIN.
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This detached park home is set in the well regarded Worcestershire village of Blackwell, which is mainly residential in nature. There are numerous local shopping facilities, with Blackwell being served by a Village Shop for those everyday essentials. Just a short distance away the neighbouring Barnt Green Village offers a wide range of shops to include a Tesco Express, butchers, delis and greengrocers, in addition to clothing boutiques, salons and eateries. For that larger weekly shop, Bromsgrove plays host to Morrisons and Asda, with Sainsbury's being in nearby Redditch.
The stunning Lickey Hills are just a short distance away offering wonderful walks that enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding countryside, and Blackwell has excellent access to the M5 and M42 motorways and to the A38. There are train stations in Barnt Green and Alvechurch with regular services to Birmingham and Redditch, and there is also a bus service running through this well connected Village.
FEATURES
• Well located park home, nestled in the village of Blackwell
• Entrance lobby
• Breakfast kitchen
• Dual aspect lounge
• Bathroom
• Double bedroom
• Available to purchasers over 50
• Potential to improve and update
• Private, low maintenance gardens. To the rear there is a paved seating area, with mature shrubs to the front
• Driveway parking
• NO UPWARD CHAIN
Services:
Property is heated via electric, there is gas to the site.
Ground Rent:
£125pcm
OULSNAM PRESENT THIS TWO BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT FOR THE OVER 55's ideally situated within easy access to the Town centre, Waitrose & Droitwich Lido. This comprehensively maintained desirabl...
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SUMMARY
This two bedroom apartment is located on the first floor enjoying views over the communal gardens and entrance to the development which is very well placed for ease of access to Waitrose and the Town Centre.
The development comprises 45 properties arranged over 3 floors and is served by a lift. The Development Manager can be contacted from various points within each property in the case of an emergency. For periods when the Development Manager is off duty there is a 24 hour emergency Appello call system.
ACCOMMODATION
The entrance hall has a useful storage cupboard housing the hot water tank and there is a light and shelving. Further doors lead from the hallway into the open plan lounge diner, bedrooms and shower room
The lounge diner has a feature fireplace with electric fire inset and floor to ceiling windows opening onto the Juliet balcony and an archway leads into the kitchen
The kitchen is fitted with wall mounted and base units, integral appliances include an electric single oven and hob, and space for a freestanding fridge/freezer.
The main double bedroom has a built-in double wardrobe and there is a further bedroom
The Shower room incorporates a generous shower cubicle with electric Mira shower, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC, extractor fan, heated towel rail and wall mounted mirror
GENERAL INFORMATION
SERVICES
All mains electric. There is no gas supply to the property.
TENURE
The property is leasehold and commenced with a 99 year lease in 1990. Service charges to include buildings insurance & water bill are £3513.97 approx. payable annually. Ground rent is £287.48 approx.
Development Manager Residents' Lounge and Gardens Residents' Laundry facilities 24 hour emergency Appello call system Guest Suite available on request Communal Satellite TV Aerial Sub-letting is not permitted at this development.
Entrance Hall
Lounge diner 4.78m x 3.2m
Kitchen 2.26m x 2.13m
Bedroom one 3.9m x 3m
Bedroom two 3.89m x 2.06m
Shower Room 1.98m x 1.68m
**NO CHAIN** A light and airy one bedroom, second floor retirement apartment located in the popular Housman Park development in Bromsgrove. The property benefits from having residential parking, comm...
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LOCATION
This well presented apartment is ideally situated within a short distance from Bromsgrove High Street, having access to a variety of local amenities, public transport and motorway links.
SUMMARY
* Second floor apartment
* Hallway with doors off to two storage cupboards, the shower room and living room
* Bedroom with views and fitted wardrobes
* Shower room with double shower, low level toilet, wash hand basin and a frosted window
* Kitchen which has a mixture of wall mounted and base units with an inset stainless steel sink drainer. There is a freestanding electric cooker, washing machine, undercounter fridge and an integral extractor hood
* Bright and spacious lounge with dual aspect views
* Stairs or lift to access all floors
* This apartment is one of 57 within a retirement complex situated close to Bromsgrove High Street
* The apartments were built in 1989 and are of Leasehold status
* Residents of these apartments have use of a purpose built communal centre which is situated adjacent to Housman Court
* Programmable electric heaters
* Communal and visitor parking
**No onward chain**
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Agent understands that the property is LEASEHOLD and the current lease expires in 2086
The Vendor has advised the Agent of the following current service charge and ground rent (approximately):
Annual Service Charge £2238
Annual Ground Rent - £52
Entrance Hall
Living Room 5.16m x 3.6m
Kitchen 2.3m x 1.7m
Bedroom 4.65m x 2.51m
Shower Room 2.5m Max x 1.75m Max
OULSNAM INTRODUCE THIS ONE BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR RETIREMENT APARTMENT LOCATED WITHIN THE DESIRABLE & PRESTIGIOUS HORTON MILL COURT DEVELOPMENT for the over 70s which briefly comprises; a generous lo...
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Horton Mill Court - Set in the heart of the spa town of Droitwich, Horton Mill Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living PLUS developments and is all about making life easier. That includes providing a great value in-house restaurant, for when you don’t feel like food shopping and cooking yourself, plus a spacious homeowners’ lounge for socialising, and a guest suite where friends and family can stay for a modest fee. Whether you’d like help with chores such as housework or laundry or sometimes need a hand with anything else, the Estates manager and on-site team are there to help with support packages which are totally flexible, so you only pay for the care you actually use. Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, so for many of our homeowners, they use this hour to have their apartment cleaned. Other tasks, which you can choose to be carried out by the services team as part of your domestic assistance allowance, include; changing bedding, managing heating systems, shopping for food and posting letters or parcels. There are a range of personal care packages to suit your requirements - provided by the Your Life Care & Management team. In addition to the 1 hours domestic assistance included in your service charge, there is an assortment of bespoke packages on offer to suit the individual needs of each homeowner. These comprise; Domestic support, Ironing & Laundry, Shopping, Personal care, Medication and Companionship. For your reassurance the development has 24-Hour on-site staffing, secure camera entry systems and 24-Hour emergency call systems. It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over. Droitwich's historic Town centre is located nearby offering a mix of old retail traditions and chain store shopping outlets. The local train station is located approximately one mile from the development and bus routes give access to Worcester and Birmingham City centre.
SUMMARY
A WELL PRESENTED GENEROUS ONE DOUBLE BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR RETIREMENT APARTMENT part of RETIREMENT LIVING PLUS RANGE (known previously as assisted living) The property has recently re-decorated in a neutral colour pallette and benefits from recenty re-fitted carpets.
Entrance Hallway - Wall mounted emergency intercom. Ceiling light fitting. Door to airing cupboard housing the hot water tank and shelving. Further doors off lead to the lounge diner, bedroom and bathroom.
Lounge diner is a generous sized room with TV/ Telephone point and a range of power sockets. Double glazed window with pleasant outlook across the communal front garden to the Hanbury Road. Oak effect door with glazed panels leads into the Kitchen.
Modern Kitchen featuring fully integrated appliances comprising cooker, fridge and freezer. Four ring hob with extractor hood above.
Bedroom is a good size double bedroom benefiting from fitted wardrobes with sliding mirrored doors.
Bathroom - purpose built wet room comprises panel bath, shower with curtain and grab rails. Wash hand basin set into vanity unit, mirror above and shaver point. Heated towel rail. Emergency pull-cord.
Service Charge (Breakdown) -
• 24-Hour on-site staffing
• 1 hours domestic assistance per week
• Cleaning of communal windows
• Water rates for communal areas and apartments
• Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
• 24 hour emergency call system
• Upkeep of gardens and grounds
• Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance
GENERAL INFORMATION
The property is complete with under floor heating.
The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. We have been advised the Service charge is £7,630.08 and the ground rent is £435 pa.
Parking Permit (Subject To Availability) - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is approximately £250 per annum, but may vary by development. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Lounge Diner 3.53m (max) x 1.96m (min) x 6.05m
Kitchen 2.8m x 2.08m
Bedroom 2.8m (max) 2.16m (min) x 5.54m
Bathroom 2.87m (max) 2.46m (min) x 2.67m