£140,000
1 bed flat for saleMinster Drive, Herne Bay CT6
1 bed
1 bath
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Retirement
About this property
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Executive Ground Floor Garden Apartment
One Double Bedroom With Fitted Wardrobes
Exclusive Town Centre Retirement Development
No Forward Chain & Vacant Possession
Residents Lounge, Laundry Room & Guest Suite
24 Hour Care Line & House Manager
Walking Distance To Train Station & Town Centre
Close To Local Shops and Transport Links
Must Be Seen To Truly Appreciate The Quality
Luxury ground floor retirement apartment opening out to A patio... This large one bedroom retirement apartment is situated within the exclusive Thwaytes Court development constructed by McCarthy & Stone in 2012.
The apartment is presented in impeccable order and benefits from direct access to a small patio area, and electric heating throughout. The apartment is also very well positioned within the development; accessed just off the main entrance hall/residents lounge, proving to be ideal for when you are coming home from shopping.
Thwaytes Court offers security, independence and comfort allowing you to make the most of your retirement years. An emergency call system links the apartment to the House Manager or if he/she isn't available to a central switchboard 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. There is a Resident's lounge, lift, laundry room and a guest suite with en-suite facilities for when friends and family come to stay.
The development is located in the seaside town of Herne Bay, situated on the Kent coast in the district of Canterbury. The Picturesque Herne Bay seafront stretches for two miles and features include the clock tower, sea defence jetty and fresh seafood restaurants for your enjoyment. The High Street is a short distance from the development, with amenities such as supermarkets, a pharmacy, newsagents and Post Office alongside a plethora of cafes to enjoy whilst visiting with family and friends. There are also excellent transport links nearby.
Non Approved Property Details
Entrance Hall
Lounge - 16' 0 x 10' 8 (4.88m x 3.26m)
Bay window to front and side overlooking communal grounds. Wall mounted electric heater. TV point. Phone point. Power points. Door to communal grounds.
Kitchen - 7' 3 x 6' 2 (2.21m x 1.88m)
The Kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on three walls with inset stainless steel sink unit. Work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Electric hob with extractor hood and built in fan assisted electric oven below. Integrated fridge freezer. Window to side. Power points. Underfloor heating. Tiled floor.
Bedroom - 13' 3 x 9' 0 (4.04m x 2.75m)
Window to front overlooking communal grounds. Built in double wardrobe cupboards. Underfloor heating. Power points. TV point.
Bathroom
Suite in white comprising fully tiled double shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into vanity unit and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Downlighters. Extractor fan. Shaver point.
Main Services
The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.
Heating
Hot water is provided by an electric water heater and central heating by underfloor heating as indicated in these particulars.
Windows
The windows are UPVC double glazed units.
Tenure
The property is to be sold Leasehold with vacant possession.
Lease runs 125 years from 1st June 2011. Service charge is approximately £3990 per annum. Ground Rent is approximately £495 per annum.
Council Tax
We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band B. The amount payable under tax band B for the year 2026/2027 is £1,865.10.
Viewing
Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.
Agent Notes
Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents. All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S. Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition. We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property. No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT. For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure. Printed ...........2026
The apartment is presented in impeccable order and benefits from direct access to a small patio area, and electric heating throughout. The apartment is also very well positioned within the development; accessed just off the main entrance hall/residents lounge, proving to be ideal for when you are coming home from shopping.
Thwaytes Court offers security, independence and comfort allowing you to make the most of your retirement years. An emergency call system links the apartment to the House Manager or if he/she isn't available to a central switchboard 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. There is a Resident's lounge, lift, laundry room and a guest suite with en-suite facilities for when friends and family come to stay.
The development is located in the seaside town of Herne Bay, situated on the Kent coast in the district of Canterbury. The Picturesque Herne Bay seafront stretches for two miles and features include the clock tower, sea defence jetty and fresh seafood restaurants for your enjoyment. The High Street is a short distance from the development, with amenities such as supermarkets, a pharmacy, newsagents and Post Office alongside a plethora of cafes to enjoy whilst visiting with family and friends. There are also excellent transport links nearby.
Non Approved Property Details
Entrance Hall
Lounge - 16' 0 x 10' 8 (4.88m x 3.26m)
Bay window to front and side overlooking communal grounds. Wall mounted electric heater. TV point. Phone point. Power points. Door to communal grounds.
Kitchen - 7' 3 x 6' 2 (2.21m x 1.88m)
The Kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on three walls with inset stainless steel sink unit. Work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Electric hob with extractor hood and built in fan assisted electric oven below. Integrated fridge freezer. Window to side. Power points. Underfloor heating. Tiled floor.
Bedroom - 13' 3 x 9' 0 (4.04m x 2.75m)
Window to front overlooking communal grounds. Built in double wardrobe cupboards. Underfloor heating. Power points. TV point.
Bathroom
Suite in white comprising fully tiled double shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into vanity unit and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Downlighters. Extractor fan. Shaver point.
Main Services
The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.
Heating
Hot water is provided by an electric water heater and central heating by underfloor heating as indicated in these particulars.
Windows
The windows are UPVC double glazed units.
Tenure
The property is to be sold Leasehold with vacant possession.
Lease runs 125 years from 1st June 2011. Service charge is approximately £3990 per annum. Ground Rent is approximately £495 per annum.
Council Tax
We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band B. The amount payable under tax band B for the year 2026/2027 is £1,865.10.
Viewing
Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.
Agent Notes
Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents. All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S. Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition. We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property. No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT. For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure. Printed ...........2026
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