Glen View, Gravesend
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Added on 28/03/2025
- PROPERTY TYPE
Retirement Property
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Key features
- Two Bedroom Ground Floor Retirement Apartment
- Designed for the over 60's, Wet Room
- Recently installed Fitted Kitchen, No Chain
- In House Restaurant, Residents Lounge & Function Room
Description
Nestled in the serene area of Glen View, Gravesend, this delightful retirement property designed for the over 60's offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With two well-proportioned bedrooms, this home is ideal for those seeking a peaceful retreat. The property features a spacious reception room which overlooks the beautiful grounds.
The kitchen has recently been re fitted in the last two years with a range of contemporary units and an induction integrated appliances, whilst wet room is thoughtfully re designed, ensuring ease of use and accessibility, which is particularly beneficial for retirement living. The surrounding area boasts a tranquil atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy their golden years in a calm and friendly community.
Description: - We are pleased to bring to market this two bedroom ground floor apartment within the popular McCarthy Stone's Assisted living retirement development designed specifically for the over 60's. Offering independence within a secure environment, an Estate Manager along with a team of assistant estate managers who provide 24 hour coverage, giving that all important, extra peace of mind. We understand one hour a week of domestic help for the residents is included in the service charge and additional help can be purchased if required. There is a restaurant on site where you can order a three course meal, a communal residents lounge provides a place where you can get together with your neighbours for a chat over a cup of tea or coffee and there is a function room where various activities and games take place. Other benefits include two lifts, a communal laundry room and a guest suite which can be hired separately, a battery scooter store and landscaped communal gardens.
The apartment itself is situated on a corner location and offers good size accommodation over looking the beautiful grounds. Comprising hall, double aspect lounge/diner enjoying views over the communal grounds, access to a recently fully fitted well appointed kitchen which includes built in oven, microwave, induction hob and extractor, integrated slimline dish washer and an integrated fridge and freezer, two generous size bedrooms, the master with recently installed fitted bedroom furniture and a wet room with walk in shower. Offered for sale with vacant possession meaning no onward chain. Viewing is recommended to appreciate just what is on offer here and the improvements that the current sellers have made.
Location: - Nelson Court is situated on Glen View which is close Windmill Hill, Gravesend. Gravesend Town Centre is ideal if you fancy a spot of shopping or lunch in one of the many café bars/restaurants the town has to offer. Alternatively, Bluewater shopping centre is only 10 -15 minutes by car or 30 minutes by bus. There are local shops and facilities at Echo Square or if you fancy a trip to London, Gravesend mainline railway station offers services on its domestic line or you can catch the high speed train to St Pancras, London in just 22 minutes, or a trip to the seaside, then Whitstable, Herne Bay, Margate and Ramsgate on the Kent Coastal Towns are approximately an hours car or train ride away. Ebbsfleet International Railway Station is within approximately three miles where you can catch a high speed train and be in London within 17 minutes. The A2, M2, M20, M25 Motorway links are all easily accessed.
Frontage: - The property is approached by a paved path way leading to the main entrance which is on the third floor. Security doors lead into the main reception area which is located on the third floor and where visitors are to sign in. There is a security entry phone system to all the apartments. The restaurant, communal lounge, function room and lifts are all located on this level. Well tended landscaped communal gardens surround the property. There is a communal parking area, for residents and visitors.
Ground Floor Communal Hall: - Lift to first, second & third floor floors. Entrance Door ( known as the shoppers door) leading out to communal gardens and footpath leading onto Parrock Street.
Hall: - Entrance door, entry phone hand set, emergency intercom, emergency pull cord, walk in in airing cupboard comprising hot water cylinder, immersion heater and electrical consumer unit. Intruder alarm.
Lounge/Diner: - 5.21m x 4.45m (17'1" x 14'7") - A bright and spacious double aspect room with two double glazed sash windows to front and a double glazed sash window to the side affording a wonderful view over the attractive communal gardens. Carpet, electric fire in surround, storage heater, emergency pull cord, double doors leading into kitchen.
Kitchen: - 3.00m x 2.03m (9'10" x 6'7") - Double glazed window to side. Recently fully fitted with a range of contemporary blue units including wall cupboards with glass fronts., base cupboards, open feature shelving. Appliances include inset induction hob with extractor hood above , built in oven, microwave and slimline integrated dishwasher and fridge freezer. Stainless steel sink and drainer unit, ample work surfaces with matching splash backs.
Bedroom 1: - 4.45m x 2.95m (14'7" x 9'8") - A double room with, double glazed sash window to front over looking the communal grounds, carpet, storage heater. Fitted bedroom furniture including wardrobes, bedside cabinets and matching dressing unit. Original built in wardrobe.
Bedroom 2: - 4.06m x 2.03m (13'3" x 6'7") - Double glazed window to side, carpet, electric heater, emergency pull cord. Alternatively this room could be used as an office/hobbies room or a separate dining room.
Wet Room: - 2.67m x 2.54m (8'9" x 8'3") - Suite comprising: walk in shower, vanity wash basin, low level w.c., electric heated towel rail, tiled walls, electric wall heater, emergency pull cord. Fitted cupboards with plumbing for washing machine.
Local Authority: - Gravesham Borough Council
Council Tax Band E £2803.97 for 2025-2026
Services: - Mains Electric, Mains Water, Mains Drainage:
Leasehold: - Lease Length: We understand the length of the lease was initially 125 years from 1st May 2007 with 107 years remaining.
Service Charge: £1,200.35 per month Reviewable on 1st September Annually
We understand water rates are included in the service charge, along with with building insurance, maintenance of the internal communal areas,the communal grounds & gardens, electricity for the communal areas, lift maintenance and one hours cleaning per week.
Ground Rent: £510 per year Reviewable 1.5.2030, then every 21 years
Managing Agents: Estate & Management Ltd.
Broadband/Mobile Networks: - BROADBAND: We understand Openreach provide Standard and Superfast Service. You may be able to obtain broadband service from the following Fixed Wireless Access providers covering the area: EE and Three.
MOBILE: We understand EE, Three,02 & Vodafone are likely provide indoor voice and data. 5G is predicted to be available from the following providers: EE, Three, O2, Vodafone. Please note that this predicted 5G coverage is for outdoors only.
This information has been provided by Ofcom on 27th March. We understand it was last updated in December.
The kitchen has recently been re fitted in the last two years with a range of contemporary units and an induction integrated appliances, whilst wet room is thoughtfully re designed, ensuring ease of use and accessibility, which is particularly beneficial for retirement living. The surrounding area boasts a tranquil atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy their golden years in a calm and friendly community.
Description: - We are pleased to bring to market this two bedroom ground floor apartment within the popular McCarthy Stone's Assisted living retirement development designed specifically for the over 60's. Offering independence within a secure environment, an Estate Manager along with a team of assistant estate managers who provide 24 hour coverage, giving that all important, extra peace of mind. We understand one hour a week of domestic help for the residents is included in the service charge and additional help can be purchased if required. There is a restaurant on site where you can order a three course meal, a communal residents lounge provides a place where you can get together with your neighbours for a chat over a cup of tea or coffee and there is a function room where various activities and games take place. Other benefits include two lifts, a communal laundry room and a guest suite which can be hired separately, a battery scooter store and landscaped communal gardens.
The apartment itself is situated on a corner location and offers good size accommodation over looking the beautiful grounds. Comprising hall, double aspect lounge/diner enjoying views over the communal grounds, access to a recently fully fitted well appointed kitchen which includes built in oven, microwave, induction hob and extractor, integrated slimline dish washer and an integrated fridge and freezer, two generous size bedrooms, the master with recently installed fitted bedroom furniture and a wet room with walk in shower. Offered for sale with vacant possession meaning no onward chain. Viewing is recommended to appreciate just what is on offer here and the improvements that the current sellers have made.
Location: - Nelson Court is situated on Glen View which is close Windmill Hill, Gravesend. Gravesend Town Centre is ideal if you fancy a spot of shopping or lunch in one of the many café bars/restaurants the town has to offer. Alternatively, Bluewater shopping centre is only 10 -15 minutes by car or 30 minutes by bus. There are local shops and facilities at Echo Square or if you fancy a trip to London, Gravesend mainline railway station offers services on its domestic line or you can catch the high speed train to St Pancras, London in just 22 minutes, or a trip to the seaside, then Whitstable, Herne Bay, Margate and Ramsgate on the Kent Coastal Towns are approximately an hours car or train ride away. Ebbsfleet International Railway Station is within approximately three miles where you can catch a high speed train and be in London within 17 minutes. The A2, M2, M20, M25 Motorway links are all easily accessed.
Frontage: - The property is approached by a paved path way leading to the main entrance which is on the third floor. Security doors lead into the main reception area which is located on the third floor and where visitors are to sign in. There is a security entry phone system to all the apartments. The restaurant, communal lounge, function room and lifts are all located on this level. Well tended landscaped communal gardens surround the property. There is a communal parking area, for residents and visitors.
Ground Floor Communal Hall: - Lift to first, second & third floor floors. Entrance Door ( known as the shoppers door) leading out to communal gardens and footpath leading onto Parrock Street.
Hall: - Entrance door, entry phone hand set, emergency intercom, emergency pull cord, walk in in airing cupboard comprising hot water cylinder, immersion heater and electrical consumer unit. Intruder alarm.
Lounge/Diner: - 5.21m x 4.45m (17'1" x 14'7") - A bright and spacious double aspect room with two double glazed sash windows to front and a double glazed sash window to the side affording a wonderful view over the attractive communal gardens. Carpet, electric fire in surround, storage heater, emergency pull cord, double doors leading into kitchen.
Kitchen: - 3.00m x 2.03m (9'10" x 6'7") - Double glazed window to side. Recently fully fitted with a range of contemporary blue units including wall cupboards with glass fronts., base cupboards, open feature shelving. Appliances include inset induction hob with extractor hood above , built in oven, microwave and slimline integrated dishwasher and fridge freezer. Stainless steel sink and drainer unit, ample work surfaces with matching splash backs.
Bedroom 1: - 4.45m x 2.95m (14'7" x 9'8") - A double room with, double glazed sash window to front over looking the communal grounds, carpet, storage heater. Fitted bedroom furniture including wardrobes, bedside cabinets and matching dressing unit. Original built in wardrobe.
Bedroom 2: - 4.06m x 2.03m (13'3" x 6'7") - Double glazed window to side, carpet, electric heater, emergency pull cord. Alternatively this room could be used as an office/hobbies room or a separate dining room.
Wet Room: - 2.67m x 2.54m (8'9" x 8'3") - Suite comprising: walk in shower, vanity wash basin, low level w.c., electric heated towel rail, tiled walls, electric wall heater, emergency pull cord. Fitted cupboards with plumbing for washing machine.
Local Authority: - Gravesham Borough Council
Council Tax Band E £2803.97 for 2025-2026
Services: - Mains Electric, Mains Water, Mains Drainage:
Leasehold: - Lease Length: We understand the length of the lease was initially 125 years from 1st May 2007 with 107 years remaining.
Service Charge: £1,200.35 per month Reviewable on 1st September Annually
We understand water rates are included in the service charge, along with with building insurance, maintenance of the internal communal areas,the communal grounds & gardens, electricity for the communal areas, lift maintenance and one hours cleaning per week.
Ground Rent: £510 per year Reviewable 1.5.2030, then every 21 years
Managing Agents: Estate & Management Ltd.
Broadband/Mobile Networks: - BROADBAND: We understand Openreach provide Standard and Superfast Service. You may be able to obtain broadband service from the following Fixed Wireless Access providers covering the area: EE and Three.
MOBILE: We understand EE, Three,02 & Vodafone are likely provide indoor voice and data. 5G is predicted to be available from the following providers: EE, Three, O2, Vodafone. Please note that this predicted 5G coverage is for outdoors only.
This information has been provided by Ofcom on 27th March. We understand it was last updated in December.
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Glen View, Gravesend- 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.
- Band: E
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Communal
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
- Lateral living,Lift access,Wet room,Level access
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