Moreton Court, Birdwood Crescent, Bideford, EX39

A stylish and modern two bedroom first floor apartment (with lift access) available on a 75% shared ownership basis in conjunction with Sanctuary House, an over 55’s development.

A stylish and modern two bedroom first floor apartment (with lift access) available on a 75% shared ownership basis in conjunction with Sanctuary House, an over 55’s development.

Also designed to encourage maximum independence with care and support on site, complete with facilities including a residents lounge, activities room and communal gardens together with an on-site hair salon and restaurant open to both residents and the public.

The complex is staffed 24 hours a day whilst each apartment is equipped with a secure intercom telephone entry system together with an emergency pull cord alarm system.

Externally there are pleasant landscaped communal gardens and seating and a limited number of residents car parking spaces.

Situated on the outskirts of the western side of the Port and Market town of Bideford and approximately 1 mile to the centre and picturesque quayside.

Regular bus services commute.

Access to the North Devon Link Road is within 1 mile easing communication to North Devon’s principal town of Barnstaple (approx. 10 miles) and the M5 Motorway connection (approx. 45 miles).

TENURE: Leasehold.

Comprising the balance of a 99 year term from 1st February 2015.

A monthly service charge and peace of mind charge for 2024/25 is in the sum of £735.09 per month which covers the 24 hour tele care system, staffing and daily welfare checks and contributes towards the building insurance, maintenance, water and heating costs.

The property is part of an Extra Care Scheme for the Elderly whereby properties are sold at no more than 75% of the open market value.

The 75% shared ownership is with Sanctuary Housing (no rent being payable on the remaining 25% share).

Rent and service charges etc appear to be subject to review in accordance with the Lease on an annual basis.

ELEGIBILITY – THE PROPERTY IS AVAILABLE ONLY TO PURCHASERS ASSESSED AND APPROVED BY SANCTUARY HOUSING WHO MEET THE RESIDENCY CRITERIA. The assessment involves completing an application form and having an informal interview, which is undertaken by the scheme manager.

The minimum age for this scheme is 55 years. Sanctuary Housing require proof of age for any prospective purchasers. Purchasers cannot own another property. If they do, this must be sold prior to or simultaneously with the purchase.

SERVICES: Mains electricity, water and drainage. Underfloor electric heating. Intercom telephone entry and emergency pull cord alarm.

COUNCIL TAX: The Valuation Office website states that the property is within Band C.

DIRECTIONS: From Bideford Quay proceed to the top of the High Street whereupon turn left and then next right into Abbotsham Road. Continue through the traffic lights passing Bideford college on your left. Proceed through the dip where shortly thereafter turn left into College Park continuing for a short distance where Moreton Court will be found on the right hand side.

ACCOMMODATION (all measurements were obtained using a Digital Laser Measure):

MAIN RECEPTION AREA:

Communal Residents Lounge/Activity Room, Laundry, Hair Salon, Restaurant and Communal Gardens:

Lift facility to all floors.

PRIVATE RECEPTION HALL: With built in shelved linen cupboards. Fitted carpet.

CLOAKROOM: 1.56m x 1.46m (5’1” x 4’9”) Integrated low level WC and china pedestal wash basin. Tiled floor.

WET ROOM: 2.24m x 1.98m (7’4” x 6’6”). Fully tiled floor and walls. Open walk in shower area, integrated low level WC and china wash basin. Access door from hall and

MASTER BEDROOM: 4.77m x 3.31m (15’8” x 10’10”). Fitted carpet. Door entry phone.

BEDROOM TWO: 3.44m x 2.2m (11’3” x 7’2”). Fitted carpet.

LOUNGE/KITCHEN AREA: 7.38m x 3.63m (24’2” x 11’11”) Range of modern storage cabinets to kitchen also including an inset single drainer stainless sink unit, Indesit electric oven, Zanussi ceramic hob with extractor hood over and Indesit slot in washer/dryer. Working surfaces, carpeting and tiles. Double doors to Juliette balcony.

GROSS INTERNAL FLOOR AREA: approx. 69sq m (742sq. ft.).