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Asking price

£260,000

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2 bedroom retirement property for sale

Shortmead Street, Biggleswade, SG18

  • Two Double Bedrooms
  • Ground Floor Apartment
  • Over 55's Residential Living
  • Patio Door with Riverside Views
  • Refurbished Shower Room
  • Communal Gardens, Lounge and Parking
  • 24 Hour Emergency Call System
  • Ample Storage
  • Leasehold
  • EPC: TBC

Key facts

Tenure Leasehold
Council Tax Band - C
EPC C

Description

Floorplan

EPC

Property description

Offering picturesque riverside views and spacious accommodation throughout, this exceptional two-bedroom ground floor apartment was originally the development's show apartment and forms part of the highly regarded North Gate Court, an exclusive retirement development for the over-60s.

Rarely available, the property enjoys an enviable position just half a mile from Biggleswade's historic Market Square and thriving town centre, where an excellent range of shops, cafés, amenities and bus services are all within easy reach.

Accessed via a secure communal entrance, the apartment occupies a desirable position within the development and is beautifully presented throughout. The accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall with two generous storage cupboards, one of which benefits from fitted shelving, a stylishly refurbished shower room with emergency assistance alarm, a generous principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a second double bedroom, and an impressive living/dining room filled with natural light.

A particular feature of the apartment is the glazed door from the living room, opening directly onto a private patio overlooking the beautifully maintained communal gardens and the tranquil River Ivel. This idyllic setting provides the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee, entertain visiting family, or simply relax whilst taking in the peaceful surroundings.

The fitted kitchen offers a range of base and wall-mounted units with ample work surface space and room for freestanding appliances, providing a practical and functional space for day-to-day living.

The communal gardens are immaculately landscaped and extend alongside the River Ivel, creating a peaceful environment with a variety of seating areas for residents to enjoy. A spacious terrace, accessed from the residents' lounge, provides an attractive outdoor social space, while inside the lounge offers comfortable seating and a kitchenette, hosting regular coffee mornings and social events for those who wish to take part. Residents with an interest in gardening are also welcome to become involved in maintaining the flower beds and planting.

Further benefits include a dedicated mobility scooter storage and charging area, a residents' laundry room, and the reassurance of an experienced on-site House Manager. Resident parking is available, with two spaces currently vacant and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Combining independent living with a welcoming community atmosphere in an outstanding riverside setting, this charming apartment presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking a peaceful yet well-connected retirement lifestyle. A guest suite is also available to hire at a reduced rate, providing comfortable accommodation for visiting family and friends.


Leasehold: Approx. 106 Years remaining (125 year lease from 1 June 2008)
Service Charge: £461.92 (paid monthly and includes water charges)
Ground Rent: £365.41 (paid bi-annually)
Property Tenure: Leasehold
Local Authority: Central Bedfordshire
Council Tax Band: C
EPC: TBC

Important information for potential purchasers
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.

Buyers information

To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers. We use the services of a third party, Lifetime Legal, who will contact you directly at an agreed time to do this. They will need the full name, date of birth and current address of all buyers and ID. There is a nominal charge of £80 inc VAT for this (for the transaction not per person), payable direct to Lifetime Legal. Please note, we are unable to advertise a property or issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.


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The property
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall
Storage Cupboard
Storage Cupboard0.9m x 2.18m
Living / Dining Room5.94m x 3.28m
Kitchen2.57m x 2.26m
Bedroom 14.14m x 3.76m
Bedroom 25.9m x 2.8m
Shower Room2.1m x 2.18m
Outside
Communal Gardens
Patio Area
Communal Lounge
Communal Parking

Floorplan

EPC

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs

(92 plus) A
(81 - 91) B
(69 - 80) C
(55 - 68) D
(39 - 54) E
(21 - 38) F
(1 - 20) G

Not energy efficient - higher running costs

Current

75

Potential

79

CO2 Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs

(92 plus) A
(81 - 91) B
(69 - 80) C
(55 - 68) D
(39 - 54) E
(21 - 38) F
(1 - 20) G

Not energy efficient - higher running costs

Current

N/A

Potential

N/A
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