Riverside House, Williamson Close, Ripon, HG4 1AZ

An excellent retirement apartment for the over 55s forming part of an attractive, purpose-built block in a fabulous location on the banks of the river Skell and conveniently located for a wide selection of amenities and Ripon market place.  Residents at Riverside House can take advantage of a host of benefits including an on-site manager (29 hours a week), 24 hours emergency response call system, wi-fi, a communal lounge, on-site laundry and landscaped gardens on the banks of the river Skell.  The property is leasehold with a 999 year lease from 1992 and there is a service charge (£204.94 per month for 2023/24) which incudes the buildings insurance, window cleaning and maintenance/cleaning of communal areas.

This particular apartment occupies a coveted ground floor position in the development and, as such, benefits from private double doors leading directly to the car-park.  The property has benefitted from redecoration and updating in recent years, including modern grey carpeting, a revamped kitchen and a stylish shower room, to compliment the excellent proportions and neutral colour schemes throughout.  With double glazing and electric heating, the apartment provides welcoming, flexible and spacious accommodation with the distinct advantages of a spacious hall, excellent storage options and a versatile second bedroom or study.

The spacious hallway makes a great first impression and offers two good store cupboards.  The generously proportioned reception room provides plenty of options for sitting and dining space and features a bay with double doors.  The adjoining kitchen is fitted with a range of units including a breakfast bar and has recently been updated with new unit fronts, worktops with tiled splash-backs, an electric oven and hob.  Bedroom one has a fitted range of wardrobes and bedroom two offers a wide range of uses.  A stylishly appointed and fully tiled shower room completes the apartment and includes a large shower cubicle and a heated towel rail.  An allocated parking space is conveyed with the property. 

Riverside House is delightfully situated in an attractive and peaceful environment where there are lovely walks along the river Skell towards the surrounding countryside.  The centre of Ripon, with its famous market place, is only a short distance away and provides an excellent range of shops and services together with numerous boutiques, cafés and places of interest.  There are also first class sporting and leisure facilities in the area and Ripon is well placed for travel throughout the area with great road links and bus services.