Flat for sale in Wharf Court, Spa Road, Melksham SN12

No ownard chain - Benefitting a new kitchen, a new shower room and internal redecoration, this modernised two bedroom ground floor apartment is set within a desirable position, within the ever popular Wharf Court retirement complex.

Location

The property is situated on the edge of Melksham town centre, where an excellent range of amenities for all include shops and supermarkets. The new Melksham campus built in 2022 provides fitness centre, library, swimming pool and much more.
Melksham provides easy access to the M4 corridor and has transport links including bus services and a train station to the neighbouring towns including Chippenham, Trowbridge, Bradford on Avon and the Georgian city of Bath, approximately 10 miles away.

Description

No ownard chain - Benefitting a new kitchen, a new shower room and internal redecoration, this modernised two bedroom ground floor apartment is set within a desirable position, within the ever popular Wharf Court retirement complex, for those over 60 years of age.
These rarely available apartments are set aside from the main development and offer a private independent feel but benefit from the facilities the friendly complex offers. The good size accommodation offers an entrance hall, lounge/dining room, modern kitchen, two bedrooms and refitted shower room. Further benefits include Upvc double glazing, communal gardens and communal parking.

Entrance Hall

You enter the property through a private composite entrance door which has obscure glazed panels, there is a built in doormat, storage heater, intercom handset and doors to the living room, both bedrooms, shower room, airing cupboard and a useful storage cupboard.

Lounge/Dining Room (4.5 x 3.5 (14'9" x 11'5"))

The lounge/dining room has a Upvc double glazed window to the front, a night storage heater, TV point, freestanding electric fireplace and doorway to the kitchen.

Kitchen (2.7 x 2.1 (8'10" x 6'10"))

The modern re-fitted kitchen has a Upvc double glazed window to the front, a range of matching base an wall units with rolled top worksurfaces, 1 1/2 bowl sink unit with chrome mixer tap and attractive tiled splashbacks, a built in high level electric oven, inset ceramic hob, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a fridge freezer.

Bedroom One (4.0 x 2.8 (13'1" x 9'2"))

The large master bedroom has a Upvc double glazed window to the rear, an electric panel heater and recess for a wardrobe.

Bedroom Two (2.8 x 2.3 (9'2" x 7'6"))

The second bedroom has a Upvc double glazed window to the rear and an electric panel heater.

Shower Room

The immaculate refitted shower room has a Upvc double glazed obscure window to the front, a walk-in shower enclosure with sliding door and wall mounted electric shower, a vanity unit with storage, counter top, inset basin with chrome mixer tap and inset dual flush WC, chrome heated towel rail, wall mounted heater, wall mounted cabinet and attractive tiled splashbacks.

Exterior

Front

To the front of the property is a lawn, gravelled area and path leading round the side of the property to the front door, with covered porch, light, a useful exterior storage cupboard and space for a small patio table and chairs.

Communal Gardens

Communal gardens surround this apartment and give a fantastic feeling of private outside space, which the current owners have really made their own by planting a selection of flowers and adding bird feeders to attract wildlife.

Parking

Although not allocated, there is parking available on a 'first come, first served' basis.

Wharf Court Information

The property is managed by Midland Heart Limited. Potential purchasers must be retired and over 60 year of age or 55, if in receipt of a disability allowance - also subject to approval by the scheme Manager.

Taken from
manager's description
"Wharf Court is a Retirement Scheme that provides independent living for people over the age of 60. The main building is made up of 68, two-bedroom flats over three floors, and 8, two-bedroom flats in two maisonette blocks. The main building is serviced by a lift. The site offers a large lounge and kitchen, two laundry rooms, a guest flat and hairdressing salon. There is a 24-hour pull cord system for help at all times, as well as a Scheme and Deputy Scheme Manager during office hours. The site also offers large communal gardens and recycling facilities."

Main facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
76 flats. Built in 1988. Sizes 2 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy. Distances: Bus stop 250 yards; shop 200 yards; post office 250 yards; town centre 250 yards.
Frequent Social activities, organised by social committee.
Housing Authority: Wiltshire
Social Care Authority: Wiltshire
The House Rules do not currently allow for cats or dogs.

Lease Information

Lease - 99 years from 1988

service charge: There is an annual service charge which covers garden, maintenance of equipment, i.e. Fire alarms, door entry, communal area cleaning and buildings insurance.
The service charge for 2024/25 is £241.79 per calendar month.

Additional Information

Council Tax Band - C