Newport, Isle of Wight

For the over 70's, this well appointed, upper ground floor, purpose built two bedroom apartment in a retirement complex and conveniently located within easy reach of the town centre shops and amenities.

This smart apartment offers good sized accommodation with all the features for independent living backed up by the reassurance of help and support if required. Somersbrook Court was constructed in 2014 and has been specifically designed for older occupants with a minimum age restriction of 70 years. There are a number of communal facilities listed below for homeowners use and comfort should they wish to. In addition, there is a house manager on site and the building entrance is accessed using a video camera entry system for added security.

The apartment itself features electric underfloor heating and double glazed windows and also benefits from its own balcony to sit out and enjoy the sunny southerly aspect. There are two good bedrooms, one with built-in storage together with a generous lounge/dining room with a well equipped kitchen leading off. A shower/wet room also provides space and plumbing for a washing machine and in addition, there is a separate cloakroom too. Further storage is also incorporated with a walk-in laundry/utility cupboard as well as another generous shelved storage cupboard.

Location - Situated within Newport, the property is conveniently located within a hundred or so metres of Sainsburys Supermarket and a short walk to the other shops, services and amenities in the town centre including a number of eateries and leisure time facilities. The local bus services leading from the town centre bus station provide access across the Island, making this property ideally suited for those wanting convenience and comfort combined with security and reassurance.

Entrance Hall - A spacious area with a large walk-in laundry/utility cupboard housing the hot water cylinder and providing fabulous storage. There is another good sized shelved cupboard providing even further storage.

Cloakroom - Well appointed and featuring a WC and wash basin.

Lounge/Dining Room - 5.95m max x 3.25m max (19'6" max x 10'7" max) - A good sized reception room with a southerly outlook and access onto its own balcony enclosed by glass balustrading.

Kitchen - 2.3m x 1.75m (7'6" x 5'8") - An interesting angular shaped room well fitted with a range of smart cupboards, drawers and work surfaces incorporating integrated appliances comprising fridge/freezer, slimline dishwasher, an electric eye level oven and a ceramic hob with a cooker hood over. The window also features an electronically operated opening mechanism to make life easier.

Bedroom 1 - 4.10m x 2.90m (13'5" x 9'6") - A good double bedroom with a built-in wardrobe cupboard.

Bedroom 2 - 4.25m x 3.10m max (13'11" x 10'2" max) - Another good bedroom with an angular wall to one end and featuring a southerly outlook.

Shower/Wet Room - A generous facility with mostly tiled walls and a wet room draining floor with shower area, WC and a vanity wash basin. There is also space and plumbing for a washing machine.

Outside - The private balcony area leading off the lounge/dining room provides a sunny and pleasant area to sit. In addition, there are communal grounds to the front and rear of the building for the residents to enjoy with a wonderful decked terrace leading off the communal dining room and residents lounge for further space to relax.

Communal Residents Facilities - Somersbrook Court boasts a good range of facilities including a homeowners lounge, games room and on site restaurant, together with a communal laundry room and a guest suite for visitors to hire. There are lifts to all floors and a spacious entrance area with further seating and a reception desk.

Council Tax Band - C

Epc Rating - C

Tenure - Leasehold with a 125 year lease from 01/06/2013
Service Charge: £12,919.22 per annum
Ground Rent: £510 per annum

Postcode - PO30 5UN

Viewing - Strictly by appointment with the selling agent Spence Willard.

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