£190,000
1 bed flat for saleRailway Road, Ilkley LS29
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: B
About this property
**retirement living for the over 70's**
Spacious & luxurious ground floor apartment
Double bedroom with walk in wardrobe
Modern kitchen & shower room
Beautiful communal gardens
Attractive communal lounges
Desirable location in ilkley
No onward chain
Spacious and luxurious ground floor retirement apartment for the over 70s, ideally located within the prestigious Chesterton Court development in Ilkley. Featuring a generous lounge, modern kitchen and shower room, double bedroom, beautiful landscaped gardens and communal lounges.
Description
A spacious and luxurious ground floor apartment within the prestigious Chesterton Court development, designed exclusively for the over 70s and offered to the market with no onward chain. Situated in the heart of the highly desirable spa town of Ilkley, this beautifully presented retirement home combines stylish, low-maintenance living with the reassurance of excellent on-site facilities and support services. The apartment is accessed via a welcoming entrance hallway with a useful storage cupboard and provides well-planned accommodation throughout. At the heart of the home is a generous lounge, offering ample space for both living and dining furniture. The contemporary fitted kitchen features a range of modern high-gloss units and integrated appliances. The spacious double bedroom offers a peaceful retreat and benefits from a superb walk-in wardrobe. Completing the accommodation is a modern shower room, thoughtfully designed with accessibility and comfort in mind. One of the standout features of the development is the beautifully maintained communal grounds. Landscaped gardens surround the building, with attractive planting, manicured lawns and seating areas providing a tranquil setting to enjoy throughout the seasons. Residents also have access to a range of exceptional communal facilities, including elegant homeowners' lounges and a stylish on-site restaurant, creating a welcoming and sociable environment with opportunities to relax, dine and meet fellow residents.
Chesterton Court
Chesterton Court is an exclusive development of 58 beautifully appointed one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 70s, ideally located in the picturesque spa town of Ilkley. Offering the perfect balance of independence, comfort and peace of mind. Residents enjoy the privacy and security of their own spacious apartment while benefiting from a welcoming community environment and access to a range of support services tailored to individual needs. A dedicated on-site manager and staff are available 24 hours a day, providing reassurance and assistance whenever required. To further enhance everyday living, one hour of domestic support is included each week, with additional personalised care services available if needed.
Each apartment has been carefully designed with practicality and comfort in mind, incorporating a range of intelligent features that make day-to-day life easier both now and in the future. Warm, energy-efficient and low maintenance, the homes combine elegant interiors with modern safety and security measures, helping residents to enjoy a relaxed and worry-free lifestyle. Parking is available on site, and pets are welcome, allowing homeowners to truly feel at home.
The development also benefits from a comprehensive range of facilities, including wheelchair access throughout, lifts to all floors, a 24/7 emergency call system, camera entry system, intruder alarm and fire detection systems. An Estates Manager oversees the day-to-day running of the development, while a convenient Car Club scheme offers additional flexibility for residents.
Held on a 999-year lease from 31st May 2017, Chesterton Court presents an exceptional opportunity to enjoy a secure, community-focused retirement lifestyle in one of West Yorkshire's most desirable locations, close to Ilkley's excellent amenities, independent shops, cafés and beautiful surrounding countryside.
Hallway
A welcoming entrance hallway providing access to all rooms within the apartment and benefiting from a useful storage cupboard, offering practical space for coats, shoes and household essentials.
Lounge
A spacious and well-proportioned lounge offering ample room for both living and dining furniture. Flooded with natural light from the glazed French doors, which provide an attractive outlook and direct access outside, the room creates a bright and welcoming space ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests.
Kitchen
A stylish and contemporary fitted kitchen, finished with a range of high-gloss wall and base units complemented by contrasting work surfaces. The kitchen is well-equipped with integrated appliances, including an oven, fridge freezer, hob and extractor hood, while the window provides plenty of natural light, creating a bright and pleasant space. Offering ample storage and preparation space, the kitchen has been thoughtfully designed for both practicality and ease of use.
Bedroom
A generously sized double bedroom offering ample space for a range of bedroom furniture and enjoying a bright, neutral décor. The room benefits from a large walk-in wardrobe, thoughtfully fitted with hanging rails, shelving and drawer storage, providing excellent practical storage solutions while helping to maximise the living space. The bedroom creates a comfortable and relaxing retreat, perfectly suited to modern retirement living.
Shower Room
A contemporary and well-appointed shower room, fitted with a modern suite comprising a walk-in shower area with grab rails, a concealed cistern WC and a wash hand basin set within a vanity unit providing useful storage. Finished with attractive tiling and benefiting from an illuminated mirrored cabinet and heated towel rail, the room offers both style and practicality, thoughtfully designed for comfortable and accessible living.
Externally
The apartment enjoys direct access to the beautifully maintained communal gardens, creating a wonderful extension of the living space and providing an attractive outlook throughout the year. Landscaped with colourful planting, manicured lawns and winding pathways, the grounds offer a peaceful setting for residents to relax and socialise. A spacious communal seating terrace with outdoor furniture is easily accessible, providing the perfect spot to enjoy the surrounding gardens and warmer weather. Apartment 5 is ideally positioned on the ground floor, benefitting from convenient access and a pleasant garden outlook within this highly regarded retirement development.
Communal Areas
Residents at Chesterton Court benefit from a range of beautifully presented communal facilities designed to enhance both comfort and social wellbeing. The welcoming homeowners' lounge provides an inviting space to relax, meet friends and neighbours, or take part in organised social activities and events. Tastefully furnished with comfortable seating, a library area and communal television, it offers a warm and friendly environment at the heart of the development.
The elegant communal restaurant offers meals in a bright and contemporary setting, creating a wonderful opportunity for residents to enjoy dining with friends and fellow homeowners. With attractive views over the landscaped gardens and direct access to the outdoor terrace, the communal areas are thoughtfully designed to encourage an active and sociable lifestyle while maintaining the comfort and convenience of independent living.
Agents Note
1, Please note that an aml fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.
2, We have limited knowledge about the property.
2, The sale of this property is subject to receipt of Grant of Probate. Please obtain an update from the branch with regards to the potential timeframes involved.
We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
1. Money laundering regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract. The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants. Neither sequence (UK) limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
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Tenure
Leasehold (990 years)
Service charge
£9,723 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
£0
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