Flat for sale in The Wheatridge, Upton St. Leonards, Gloucester GL4

Built by McCarty Stone in 2008, is this well-presented, first-floor retirement apartment for the over 55's with far-reaching views toward Robinswood Hill. The property has light and airy accommodation throughout and benefits from an allocated parking space and a well-tended communal garden. Chain-free and sold with vacant possession due to a relocation for our vendor.

Communal Entrance Hall

Stairs to the first floor with a stair lift.

Entrance Hall

Doors to all rooms, airing cupboard, wall mounted storage heater, access to loft via hatch.

Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen

A lovely spacious room that allows natural light to flow throughout. The kitchen area comprises double-glazed windows with bespoke plantation shutters to both front and side elevations. The kitchen area has a range of matching wall and base units with laminate work surface over, incorporating a one bowl stainless steel sink and mixer tap, breakfast bar and space for dining table, integrated appliances to include an electric hob with extractor hood over, cooker, under counter fridge, under counter freezer, washer dryer, tiled splash backs, laminate flooring, and a wall mounted storage heater. The living area has a Juliet balcony to the rear elevation with a stunning view of the communal gardens and Robinswood Hill. There is also a further wall-mounted convector heater and a modern wall-mounted electric fire.

Bedroom One

Double-glazed window with bespoke plantation shutters to front elevation, wall-mounted convector heater, built-in wardrobe with mirrored doors.

Wet Room

Fully tiled, modern vanity wash hand basin with mixer tap, WC, extractor fan, wall-mounted heated towel rail, and fan heater.

Outside

To the front of the property, there is an allocated parking space for one car and further visitor parking. Outside there are well-landscaped gardens with mature shrubbery and patio areas for residents to enjoy.

Location

Boasting a thriving local community Upton St Leonards is located approximately four miles from the historic Gloucester City Centre, offering a charming village location. Offering parishioners a local store and post office, allotments, public house, primary school, and community events, including the annual garden show, the highly sought-after location provides easy access to both the city centre, Cheltenham, and Bristol making it ideal for working professionals, families and those seeking strong transportation links. Morrison and a parade of shops are also just a short distance from the property.

Material Information

Tenure: Leasehold. 125 years from the 1st of January 2008 with 109 years remaining. Annual ground rent is £225.00 per annum which is reviewed every 15 years. Annual service charge £3393 per annum (£282.75 per month). McCarthy Stone Management. Service charges include building insurance, water rates, window cleaner, garden maintenance, emergency call system, and service of house manager 3 hours a day for 5 days a week.
New residents are accepted from 55 years of age. Both cats & dogs are generally accepted (subject to terms of lease and landlord permission).
Council tax band: Tax Band B
Local authority and rates: Gloucester City Council, £1662.93 (2024/2025)
Electricity supply: Mains
Water supply: Mains
Sewerage: Mains
Heating: Electric storage/convector heaters. There is also the addition of air exchange units throughout the property.
Broadband speed: Basic 3 Mbps, Superfast 80 Mbps
Mobile phone coverage: Vodafone, EE, Three and O2