Lantern Court, Hillsborough Road, Ilfracombe, Devon, EX34

- PROPERTY TYPE
Apartment
- BEDROOMS
2
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
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Key features
- ONLY OVER 60s are eligible for the Home for Life from Homewise (incorporating a Lifetime Lease)
- SAVINGS against the full price of this property typically range from 20% to 50% for a Lifetime Lease
- Actual price paid depends on individuals’ age and personal circumstances (and property criteria)
- Plan allows customers to purchase a % share of the property value (UP TO 50%) to safeguard for the future
- CALL for a PERSONALISED QUOTE or use the CALCULATOR on the HOMEWISE website for an indicative saving
- The full listed price of this property is £250,000
Description
Through the Home for Life Plan from Homewise, those AGED 60 OR OVER can purchase a Lifetime Lease and a share of the property value to safeguard for the future. The cost to purchase the Lifetime Lease is always less than the full market value.
OVER 60s customers typically save between from 20% To 50%*.
Home for Life Plan guide price for OVERS 60s: The Lifetime Lease price for this property is £167,500 based on an average saving of 33%.
Market Value Price: £250,000
The price you pay will vary according to your age, personal circumstances and requirements and will be adjusted to include any percentage of the property you wish to safeguard. The plan allows customers to purchase a share of the property value (UP TO 50%) to safeguard for the future.
For an indication of what you could save, please use our CALCULATOR on the HOMEWISE website.
Please CALL for more information or a PERSONALISED QUOTE.
Please note: Homewise DO NOT own this property and it is not exclusively for sale for the over-60s.
It is being marketed by Homewise as an example of a property that is currently for sale which could be purchased using a Home For Life Lifetime Lease.
If you are not OVER 60 or would like to purchase the property at the full market value of £250,000, please contact the estate agent Webbers.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
This beautifully presented two-bedroom retirement apartment is located in an enviable position, offering breathtaking views over St James Park and Hillsborough Headland, stretching to the coastline. Inside, the apartment provides a serene and picturesque setting, while the Homeowners Lounge and communal decking area provide stunning vistas of the harbour.
38 Lantern Court is a modern two-bedroom apartment offers a bright, open-plan living space with an easterly view over St James Park and Hillsborough Headland. Situated on the quiet third floor, it's conveniently near the lift and communal facilities of Lantern Court. The apartment features a fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, two double bedrooms, and a bathroom with both a bath and separate shower with a easterly orientation, ensuring plenty of morning sunshine and natural light.
Completed in 2012, Lantern Court is a contemporary development designed for independent living for those over 60. The location offers stunning views of Ilfracombe Harbour, Lantern Hill, Capstone, the Bristol Channel, and the Welsh coast. Local amenities such as the Post Office, Pharmacy, and Supermarkets are within walking distance, with St James's Park adjacent to the property.
The development includes excellent communal facilities like a Homeowners lounge with a balcony offering coastal views, a mobility scooter store, a laundry room, and landscaped gardens with a harbour viewing deck. The House Manager oversees the development, and there's a 24-hour emergency call system for peace of mind. A guest suite is available for a small charge. The community is friendly and active, with a variety of activities to suit everyone. Homeowners can choose to participate in activities as they wish.
The apartment's entrance hall includes a security system, a store cupboard, and a cupboard housing the boiler. The open-plan living area is spacious, with large windows offering park and coastal views, and a modern kitchen with integrated appliances.
Bedroom one has a walk-in wardrobe, while Bedroom two features a built-in wardrobe. The bathroom includes a modern suite with a separate shower cubicle and bath.
The apartment is heated by 'Dimplex' panel heaters, and car parking is available by annual permit, subject to availability. Our House Manager can provide further details.
AGENTS NOTE:
The property is leasehold with the balance of an original 125 year lease which commenced in 2012. We understand that the service charge for the coming year is ?189.64 per month and includes maintenance of the common and external areas, window cleaning the building insurance and water rates. The ground rent charge is ?425 per annum and this is currently paid in two installments every 6 months of ?212.50. Pets are allowed in the building if you currently have one but once that pet passes away a replacement is not allowed. We understand that the property can be let but occupants must comply with the over 60's criteria.
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Suitable as a retirement home.
- 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.
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- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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