Property description

A modern spacious first floor retirement apartment within walking distance of town centre. Entrance hall, open plan living, bedroom, shower room, parking, balcony & communal gardens. Gas central heating & double glazing.


Property Description
Orchard Court are purpose built retirement flats (10 flats in all) which were built in 2004, with views over the town rooftops to countryside, parking and maintained gardens. There is residents parking and maintained gardens providing an attractive and accessible development. Flat 5 is on the first floor, being accessed by communal entrance hall via a staircase or lift. The accommodation is very well presented and comprises of an open plan living/kitchen which is light, spacious and airy. The double bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, bridging unit, dressing table and chest of drawers. There is an en-suite shower room which is modern and benefits from a double width shower. Outside is a brick paved parking area for residents which operates on a first come, first served basis and the planted beds and communal areas are well maintained and the costs are included in the monthly maintenance charge.
Property Location
Set within a short walk of the town square in a tucked away location and within walking distance of all of North Tawtons amenities this home is ideally suited for those who wish to be near the heart of the community. The market town of North Tawton lies approximately 7 miles to the North of the larger town of Okehampton. Within North Tawton there are a range of local shops to include a butchers, mini market and delicatessen. Services include doctors, dentist and veterinary practice along with a well respected primary school. For those keen on sport there are football, bowls and rugby clubs. The larger towns of Okehampton and Crediton are both within a short distance and offer a wider range of facilities and amenities. The Dartmoor National Park is directly accessed at Okehampton as is the A30 dual carriageway. The Cathedral City of Exeter is approximately 30 minutes away by car from North Tawton.

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Communal Entrance Hall
With lift and stairs providing access to the balcony for the first floor and leading to the front door.


Entrance Hall
With fuse box, radiator, thermostatic controls for the central heating and smoke alarm. Doors to.


Open Plan Living


Lounge
17'5 (5.3m) x 14'1 (4.3m). Front aspect window and French doors opening onto a Juliette balcony. Two radiators, TV aerial and telephone points. Electric fire with wood fire surround and mantle over.


Kitchen
Range of modern matching units comprising; base cupboards, drawers and eye level units. Roll edge work top surface with tiled surround. Stainless steel sink and drainer. Gas hob with extractor over and an eye level double oven with microwave over. Integral washing machine and fridge. Wall mounted boiler in cupboard. Side aspect window.


Dining Area


Bedroom 1
9'10 (3m) x 10'10 (3.3m). Side aspect window and radiator. Built in wardrobes, bridging unit and two chest of drawers. TV Aerial point and loft access. Door to.


Shower Room
Matching suite comprising; fully tiled large shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower, pedestal wash basin, low level WC. Obscure glazed window and heated ladder stye radiator. Recess with shelving, light/shaver point and extractor fan.


Outside
The apartment is accessed via brick paviour sloping path to communal entrance hall. The balcony offers views over the town and surrounding countryside. There is resident parking on a first come first served basis, as well as ample free parking in the adjoining town car park.


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Agents Note
Lease details: Remainder of a 999 year lease from 2004, monthly maintenance charge is currently £42 and covers ground rent, buildings insurance, gardening, communal areas and lighting. The management of the development is owned and run by the residents. Please be aware that there is an age limit for occupation of this property of 60 years old. This does not apply if you are registered as disabled.