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Penns Court, Steyning, West Sussex, BN44 3BF

PROPERTY TYPE

Flat

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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Key features

  • First floor retirement flat
  • Well maintained communal gardens
  • Two bedrooms
  • Carelink system
  • Part-time house manager
  • Close to Steyning High Street
  • Gas-fired central heating
  • Double-glazed windows

Description

The first floor flat is on the southern side of this popular retirement complex, which was built by Sussex Homes Limited about 1989. The complex is specifically for retirement and is set in well-landscaped gardens which are maintained under contract. There is a part-time manager and a Carelink alarm system. The property has been improved with a modern fully-tiled shower room. Double glazing, cavity wall insulation and gas-fired central heating provide comfortable and economic living. Early possession is available.

Penns Court is an award-winning development of houses and flats built specifically for retirement (the age qualification to live in the property is 60 years). The managing agency is responsible for maintenance of the outside of the house and there is a 24-hour emergency call system with a part-time house manager. Close to the High Street where there are shops for day-to-day needs, and Post Office. Churches, library and the health centre in Tanyard Lane are also easily reached. Penns Court is within the Conservation Area and Steyning is an attractive place for retirement as there are many local recreational amenities.

Approximate Distances: Steyning lies at the foot of the South Downs National Park, about 5 miles from Shoreham with mainline railway station, 8 miles from Worthing, 12 miles from Brighton and 14 miles from Horsham.

Entrance Hall

Front door with glazed panel to entrance lobby. Stairs with hand rails to first floor and landing

Landing

Decorative display niche. Radiator. Entry-phone. Linen cupboard with slatted shelving and storage space beneath. Loft access.

Sitting Room

19'7" x 10'10" (5.99m x 3.31m) Rooftop views over the town with the skyline of the South Downs beyond. Double radiator. Ornamental Adam-style fireplace with painted timber surround. Two wall light points.

Kitchen

9'2" x 7'9" (2.81m x 2.37m) Range of Formica work surfaces with inset one and a half bowl sink and matching cupboards and wall units. Wall unit housing Belling oven with integrated Whirlpool microwave oven above. Corner larder unit. Inset four-ring Whirlpool gas hob with Whirlpool filter-hood over. Space for free-standing fridge/freezer; space and plumbing for washing machine. Wall-mounted Ideal Logic gas-fired boiler providing hot water and central heating.

Bedroom 1

10'7" x 10'7" plus door recess (3.23m x 3.23m) Recessed double wardrobe cupboard with hanging rail and shelf. Recess for double bed with wardrobes to either side and storage lockers above. Rooftop views over the town with the skyline of the Downs beyond. Radiator.

Bedroom 2

10'5" x 9'10" max. (3.18m x 3m) Double wardrobe cupboard with hanging rail and shelf. Radiator.

Shower Room

Fully-tiled floor and walls. Glazed shower cubicle with fitted Mira seat and mixer shower unit. Contemporary washstand with basin and mixer tap with mirror fitment over. Low-level WC. Radiator. Towel rail.

Outside

Attractive and well-maintained communal gardens.

Tenure, Lease and Charges

Leasehold: The lease expires in 2178, leaving a balance of 155 years.
Other Outgoings: The maintenance charge is £958.40 per half year, to include the building insurance, gardening, window cleaning, exterior lighting and Carelink alarm system.

Services and Council Tax

Services: All main services are connected.
Council Tax Valuation Band: 'C'

Important Note

1. Any description or information given should not be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact or that the property or its services are in good condition.
2. Measurements, distances and aspects where quoted are approximate.
3. Any reference to alterations to, or use of any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained.
4. The Vendor does not make or give, and neither Hamilton Graham nor any person in their employment has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property.
5. All statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Hamilton Graham.
Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves on these matters.

Tenure: Leasehold You buy the right to live in a property for a fixed number of years, but the freeholder owns the land the property's built on.Read more about tenure type in our glossary page.

For details of the leasehold, including the length of lease, annual service charge and ground rent, please contact the agent

Council TaxA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council tax in our glossary page.

Band: C

Penns Court, Steyning, West Sussex, BN44 3BF

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Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Lancing Station4.5 miles
  • Shoreham-by-Sea Station4.8 miles
  • East Worthing Station5.0 miles
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About the agent

Hamilton Graham, Steyning

38 High Street, Steyning, BN44 3YE

Hamilton Graham, Steyning

Hamilton Graham was founded by Nick Hamilton in 1989 and became a partnership in 2000 when Angus Graham joined the firm. Angus has over 30 years' agency experience, having previously been the local director of a national Country House agency.

Following Nick's retirement, Hamilton Graham is now headed by Angus. The firm has a proven track record of success in both sales and lettings, from studio flats to fine period houses in the town. Angus and his team have an extensive and intimate kn

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