Squire Court, Raleigh Mead, South Molton, Devon, EX36

Situated within a sought after exclusive development close to the town amenities, a well proportioned two bedroomed apartment for the over 60’s with car parking available. Offered with no onward chain.


Constructed in 2016 by award-winning retirement homes specialist McCarthy & Stone and benefiting from the remainder of a 10 year warranty, this well appointed and energy efficient two bedroomed second floor town apartment creates an ideal home within a safe and secure environment. Designed exclusively for the over 60’s this retirement development of 33 homes benefits from landscaped communal gardens, private parking, a homeowners lounge and even a guest suite for friends and family to stay. The apartment also provides a secure door entry system, 24hr emergency call system together with an on site support house manager.
The accommodation briefly comprises a welcoming entrance hallway with an enclosed store cupboard housing the consumer unit. The spacious living room has a feature fireplace with a coal-effect electric fire and a double glazed door leading out to the balcony, which enjoys lovely views over the town. A well appointed kitchen contains a range of contemporary base cupboard and drawer units with work surfaces over and further matching wall cupboards, complete with under cupboard lighting. Inset stainless steel sink with mixer tap and Bosch inset four ring ceramic hob with extractor hood over. Integrated waist level oven, built-in fridge and freezer. The apartment boasts two good sized double bedrooms, the master with a well-appointed en-suite shower room and a further shower room off the hallway. A useful utility room contains the wall mounted boiler and plumbing for a washing machine. The apartment benefits from an energy efficient underfloor heating system.
For layout and approximate room measurement please see the enclosed floorplan.

SERVICES & OUTGOINGS
We understand that all mains services are connected to the property
Council Tax: North Devon Council - Band B
Manage Charges: £247 to McCarthy & Stone annually to cover maintenance of shared areas on the estate.

Lease Information: The property is offered on a leasehold basis The term of the lease is 999 years from 1st January 2016, with 991 years remaining. There is an annual service charge of £353 (payable monthly and a ground rent of £247(payable annually). These charges include buildings insurance.
An annual service charge is payable to include:-
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
The service charge does no cover utility/external costs such as council tax, electricity or TV licence but does include the cost of the house manager, water rates, the 24-hr emergency call system, heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening. For further information on the current service charge please contact the Agents.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Broadband: FTTP—Super fast fibre broadband is available—highest available download speed 41-66 Mbps, highest available upload speed 7-13 Mbps. (Based on Openreach data).
Mobile Coverage: Limited coverage available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. (Based on Ofcom data)
Flooding: The property is in an area at a VERY LOW RISK from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%). (Gov UK data).
Construction Type: Brick

Please note the photos were taken when the property was vacant

Squire Court is situated in a very convenient position lying in a quiet cul-de-sac close to the town centre. The bustling market town of South Molton provides an excellent range of everyday services and amenities including shops, primary and secondary schools and restaurants, together with a health centre, recreational facilities and a cottage hospital. The A361 North Devon link road is within easy driving distance providing quick access to the regional centre of Barnstaple as well as Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27). South Molton is surrounded by picturesque North Devon countryside with nearby Exmoor offering beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths. The north coast is easily accessible with lovely sandy beaches at Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe. Mainline intercity rail links are available at Tiverton Parkway (London Paddington approx. 2 hours) with international airports at Bristol and Exeter.