Mathesons Gardens, Morpeth

A two bedroom bungalow situated on the highly sought after Mathesons Gardens retirement complex within central Morpeth. The bungalow occupies what is arguably one of the best positions on the development, having a fabulous outlook across greenery towards the River Wansbeck to the rear which can be enjoyed from its modest, enclosed terrace.

The accommodation has double glazing, gas central heating via a combi boiler and briefly comprises:- Entrance hall, lounge diner with access to outside terrace, kitchen, two bedrooms and a shower room/wc. Externally the property has its own outdoor terrace, access to the well maintained communal gardens and residents only off street parking.

For those not familiar with the area, Mathesons Gardens is ideally positioned within Morpeth Town Centre with an excellent range of amenities including a good choice of restaurants, cafes and bars, high street and local shops and health and leisure facilities, along with Riverside walks and access to Carlisle Park and grounds.

Mathesons Gardens is managed by Anchor Hanover and are available to those over 60 years of age. They have the benefit of a managed development, having an onsite warden and emergency pull cords within the property. Fees apply and purchase is subject to approval from Anchor Hanover, further details are included within the property brochure and are available on request.

Entrance Hall - Entrance door to front, radiator.

Lounge Diner - 6.56 x 3.28 maximum measurement (21'6" x 10'9" max - Double glazed window to the front, radiator and double glazed french doors to the rear leading to the outside terrace.

Outlook From Terrace -

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Kitchen - 2.65 x 2.50 (8'8" x 8'2") - Fitted with a range of wall and base units with roll top work surfaces and a 1.5 sink drainer unit with mixer tap, integrated gas hob and electric oven with extractor hood and plumbing for washing machine. Double glazed window to the front.

Bedroom One - 2.55 x 4.0 (8'4" x 13'1") - Measurement includes fitted wardrobes.

Double glazed window to the rear, radiator and sliding door fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom Two - 2.36m x 1.98m excluding recess (7'9" x 6'6" exclud - Double glazed window to rear, radiator.

Shower Room/Wc - Fitted with a wc, wash hand basin in vanity unit and mains shower in cubicle. Double glazed window to the front, heated towel rail.

Externally - The property has an enclosed, outdoor terrace accessable from French doors from the lounge, overlooking communal gardens.

The development has a range of communal garden areas with lawn, well established wooded areas and a variety of patio and seating areas.

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Parking - Mathesons Gardens has residents only parking available within the development. The property does not have a designated parking space.

General Information - These particulars are produced in good faith, and are set out as a general guide only, they do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.

The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense. No apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services have been tested and it is the buyer’s responsibility to seek confirmation as to the working condition of any appliances.

As the agent we have not sought to verify the legal title of the property and verification must be obtained from a solicitor.

Fixtures and fittings that are specifically mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale, all others in the property are specifically excluded.
Photographs are produced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale within the property.

Material Information - Material information is no substitute for professional advice, and consumers should be aware that the information collected may not accurately reflect the full extent of the property condition which would be covered through a home survey.

Efforts have been made to ascertain as much information as possible with regard to material information but this information is not exhaustive and cannot be fully relied upon, purchasers will need to seek further clarification from their legal advisor.

Electricity Supply - Mains
Water Supply - Mains
Sewerage - Mains
Heating - Mains GCH
Broadband and Mobile - Available - including Ultrafast broadband. Mobile signal is likely/limited with some providers. (Ofcom Broadband & Mobile Checker August 2024).

Flood Risk - Rivers & Sea - Low Risk. Surface Water - Low Risk. Source gov.uk August 2024.

Planning Permission - There is currently no active planning permissions for Mathesons Gardens For more information please see -

Coalfield & Mining Areas - The Coal Authority indicate that this property is located on a coalfield. Your legal advisor will be able to advise you of any implications of this.

Tenure & Council Tax Band - Leasehold - We cannot verify the Tenure of the property as we do not have access to the documentation. Purchasers must ask their legal advisor to confirm the Tenure.

We have been advised the lease is 99 years from 28.05.1987 which leaves 62 years remaining on the lease.

Council Tax Band: C source gov.uk August 2024

Service Charge & Ground Rent - We are advised that the Service Charge for this flat is £192.44 per calendar month. This covers the cost of the Warden, garden maintenance, external window cleaning, buildings insurance (does not include contents insurance), maintenance, repair and renewal of external structure and individual heating and plumbing systems together with external decoration to individual properties.

Sinking Fund - A sinking fund has been set up to deal with large scale repairs and renewals on the estate. The sinking fund is collected from the outgoing Leaseholder on resale. The contribution payable is 1% of the purchase price paid multiplied by the number of years of ownership from the date of purchase to the last full month prior to completion of the resale.

Age Requirement - Anchor have advised us that each purchaser must be aged 60 years of age or over.

Approval Of The Buyer - The purchaser(s) will be interviewed by Anchor to assess their suitability. It is a requirement of the Lease that all purchasers are approved by Anchor and this should be obtained before the sale can proceed.

Floor Plan - This plan is not to scale and is for identification purposes only.

Google Maps - General Note - If you are using Google Maps, satellite or Street View please be aware that these may not show any new development in the area of the property.

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