Motcombe

A great opportunity to purchase this beautifully presented, two bedroom retirement flat situated in Motcombe. Just a short walk to the village centre where there is a unique shop run by the community with a part time post office. A little further on is the village hall which hosts a variety of events and behind this is the village recreation grounds. There is also a primary school, church and the Coppelridge Inn, which serves food and has accommodation. The original building was previously a prep school, which was converted and extended in 2003 to provide luxury retirement living in a village location. The complex offers many facilities including social clubs and events plus croquet in the grounds. There is a development manager, emergency call facility, dining room that serves lunches five days a week, bar, drawing room and library as well as a hairdressing salon. There is also a guest suite that may be booked for a nominal fee. The apartment has been renovated throughout and offers bright and spacious accommodation.

It is vital for a viewing to be carried out to truly appreciate the apartment as well as its surroundings.

The Property -

Accommodation -

Inside - Communal Reception Hall
This is located in the original building with secure main entrance, reception area with an original fireplace and stairs and lift serving all floors. The apartment itself is located on the first floor and is in the left hand wing.

Ground Floor
Upon entering the apartment there is an entrance hall with doors leading to the utility room, kitchen, sitting room, two bedrooms and bathrooms. The bathroom is well equipped with a good amount of work top space and plenty of eye and floor level cupboards. There is also a new hob and oven with an extractor fan as well as a integrated fridge freezer. The sitting room is a great size, with light flooding in from the balcony and offers a great space as both a sitting and dining room. There are two good size bedrooms, both with built in wardrobes. Bedroom one has a great size ensuite with a shower, bath, wash hand basin and low level WC. The family bathroom also benefits from a bath. There is a useful utility room which has plenty of cupboard storage and space for white goods.

Outside - Parking
There is an allocated parking space in the Motcombe Grange car park, which will be found to the front of the property. The allocated parking space is number 25. There are also visitor parking spaces.

The Grounds
The communal grounds cover three acres and is mostly to the rear of the property. The garden offers a very quiet and peaceful place to take a walk or sit and enjoy the sunshine. There is also a pond.

Useful Information - Energy Efficiency Rating B
Council Tax Band E
Unexpired Term of Lease .......80 years
Service Charge........................... £535 a month and includes buildings insurance.
Pets are welcome in the ground floor apartments and by arrangement, depending on suitability, on the first and second floors.

Directions -

From Gillingham Office - Leave the office heading towards Shaftesbury. Take a left hand turn at Motcombe Turnpike Kennels and proceed to the roundabout. Take a left turn onto The Street and continue for a short distance. Motcombe Grange retirement home will be found on the left hand side. Postcode SP7 9HJ