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Freeman House, Keepers Close

PROPERTY TYPE

Apartment

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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Key features

  • 2 double bedroom, over 60s retirement apartment with stunning views of the cricket ground
  • South facing balcony off the living room & Juliet balcony to the main bedroom
  • Bright, open plan living/dining room
  • Kitchen with integrated Neff appliances
  • Fantastic principal suite with a modern en-suite shower room & a spacious dressing area with a walk-in wardrobe
  • Finished to a high specification
  • Allocated parking for 1 car behind a secure, gated entrance
  • Communal area for residents to meet & stunning, well maintained communal gardens
  • Bus stop just outside the entrance Old Dover Road with frequent services to the city centre
  • Adjacent to a Sainsbury's Local store with a popular café next door

Description

Property Description: Guide Price £490,000 - £500,000. Are you looking for a peaceful and comfortable retirement apartment in Canterbury? This exceptional, high end two bedroom, second floor apartment is located in the desirable Keepers Close. With its own private balcony and stunning views of the cricket ground, this apartment offers a serene and picturesque setting for those looking to enjoy their golden years. This development has a vibrant community with plenty of planned activities including fish & chip evenings, coffee mornings, bridge nights, cinema evenings and days out across Kent, East Sussex and London.

As you enter the apartment, you will immediately notice the warm and inviting atmosphere. The bright and open-plan living and dining room create a seamless flow, perfect for entertaining family and friends. Imagine enjoying a cup of tea while taking in the beautiful views from your south-facing balcony. The well-appointed kitchen is equipped with high end integrated appliances from Neff, making cooking a breeze. The generous counter space and ample storage options allow for easy organization and efficient meal preparation. Whether you're a seasoned chef or simply enjoy making home-cooked meals, this kitchen will exceed your expectations. Both bedrooms are spacious doubles, providing ample room for furniture and personal belongings. The main bedroom has its own en-suite shower room, complete with a dressing area and a walk wardrobe, plus a Juliet balcony. The second bedroom is served by a sleek and contemporary family bathroom, ensuring the utmost convenience and privacy for you and your guests.

Conveniently situated just outside the entrance on Old Dover Road, there is a bus stop with frequent services to the city centre. This means you can easily explore all that Canterbury has to offer, from its historic sites to its vibrant cultural scene. Adjacent to the property, you will find a Sainsbury's Local store, perfect for your daily essentials, and a popular café next door, ideal for meeting friends for a quick catch-up over coffee.

If you're ready to embrace retirement and all the joys that come with it, this retirement apartment in Keepers Close is the perfect place to call home. Finished to a high specification and offering stunning views, allocated parking, and convenient amenities nearby, this property truly has it all. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity—contact us today to arrange a viewing and start the next chapter of your life in luxury and comfort.

Outside: Built in 2017, Freeman House is a secure, gated, independent living community for the Over 60s with stunning views either over Canterbury Cricket Ground or across the city towards the historical Canterbury Cathedral. Residents of Keepers Close have access to a delightful communal area, ideal for meeting with neighbours and socializing. Additionally, the communal gardens are meticulously maintained, presenting a beautiful outdoor space to relax and enjoy the fresh air. Take a stroll through the gardens, immerse yourself in the lush greenery, and feel at peace in this tranquil environment. One of the standout features of this retirement apartment is the allocated parking space located behind a secure, gated entrance. Say goodbye to the stress of searching for parking—your space will always be available and easily accessible.

Location: The apartment has a south facing, prime position overlooking Kent County Cricket Ground which is in the popular South Canterbury area. There is a handy Sainsbury's local next to the grounds for convenience. A bus stop is on Old Dover Road with frequent services to the city centre as well as nearby towns and villages. The city centre is just 0.8 miles away and is ideally located for routes out of Canterbury and beyond. For those in need of retail therapy Canterbury hosts an array of shops and boutiques, along with fine dining and restaurants serving dishes from across the globe. To complete Canterbury’s unique experience, there are nearby welcoming pubs and wine bars. The apartment is just 0.7 miles from Kent & Canterbury Hospital and just over 1 mile walk from the BMI Chaucer Hospital. Canterbury East train station is 0.5 miles away whilst Canterbury West station, with its high speed service to St Pancras is just over 1 mile away by car.

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Council Tax: Band D (correct at time of marketing.). To check council tax for this property, please refer to

Local Authority: Canterbury City Council - . Kent County Council -

Services: Mains water, drainage and electricity

Tenure: This property is leasehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion. At time of marketing, the ground rent is £495 per annum, the next rent review is December 2030 and the service charge is £288.79 per month. The lease is 150 years from 2017.
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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.

GROUND RENTA regular payment made by the leaseholder to the freeholder, or management company.Read more about ground rent in our glossary page.

£495 per year (Ask agent about the review period)When and how often your ground rent will be reviewed.Read more about ground rent review period in our glossary page.

ANNUAL SERVICE CHARGEA regular payment for things like building insurance, lighting, cleaning and maintenance for shared areas of an estate. They're often paid once a year, or annually.Read more about annual service charge in our glossary page.

£288.79

LENGTH OF LEASEHow long you've bought the leasehold, or right to live in a property for.Read more about length of lease in our glossary page.

142 years left

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: D

Freeman House, Keepers Close

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  • Canterbury East Station0.8 miles
  • Canterbury West Station1.3 miles
  • Bekesbourne Station2.0 miles
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