1 bedroom apartment for sale

The Ark is a well presented retirement apartment set in a superb converted Grade II Listed house dating from 1812. The Ark is ideally situated in a quiet location at the heart of Devizes within easy walking distance of the town's amenities. The Ark enjoys pleasant views to the rear towards St John's church and Devizes Castle, whilst there are equally lovely views over the maintained colourful gardens to the the front. The property benefits from fine Georgian architecture with high ceilings and sash windows and offers accommodation to include a double bedroom with built in storage and a stylish refitted shower room. There is a delightful and elegant sitting room with twin sash windows overlooking the landscaped gardens and a separate kitchen/dining room with views towards St Johns Church. There is gas fired central heating, well maintained communal gardens, parking and a useful drying area. The property is offered with no onward chain.

Situation

Pleasently situated in a tucked away and remarkably peaceful location yet within a short stroll of the historic market town of Devizes. The town has many amenities including town centre shopping, a leisure centre, schools for all ages, various supermarkets, a variety of shops, cinema, theatre and thriving weekly market. The historic Kennet & Avon Canal runs through the town providing fishing and walking facilities. The major centres of Bath, Salisbury, Swindon, Marlborough and Chippenham are all within a 30 mile radius.

Accommodation Comprises

Door to:

Entrance Hall

Radiator, door to Kitchen/Diner, steps up to Bedroom, Sitting Room and Shower Room, airing cupboard housing hot water tank.

Kitchen/Dining Room

6.02m(19'9'') x 2.21m(7'3'')

Two sash windows to rear, 2 radiators, range of wall and base units with worktops over, stainless steel one and a quarter bowl sink and drainer unit, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for upright fridge freezer, tiled splashbacks, under cupboard lighting, extractor hood and space for electric cooker, telephone point.

Sitting Room

4.22m(13'10'') x 3.33m(10'11'')

Two sash windows to front, two radiators, television/FM/Satelite point.

Bedroom

4.37m(14'4'') > 11' 11 x 2.97m(9'9'')

Sash window to front, radiator, storage cupboard, television point.

Shower Room

Large walk in shower cubicle, concealed cistern WC, wash hand basin, vanity cupboard, radiator, extractor.

Property Layout

Lease Information

There is a quarterly service charge covering building insurance, external maintenance works, communal gardening and external lighting. This is currently set at £317.00 per quarter. In addition there is a separate communal boiler charge. Price c.£50 per quarter payable by 15 out of the 17 properties at The Ark. It may be possible to use an alternative contractor.
Owners are given a new 80 year lease upon arrival.

Communal Grounds

The grounds are maintained year round by a landscape gardener and are a particular feature of the Ark. There is also a drying area available for the use of residents.

Parking

There is ample parking available for residents and their visitors.

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Disclaimer

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. All measurements and distances are approximate only. Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. Floor plan measurements and distances are approximate only. We have not carried out a detailed survey nor tested the services, appliances or specific fittings.
Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.