Castle Court, River Park, Marlborough

A well presented two bedroomed ground floor apartment in this highly sought after retirement development within walking distance of the High Street.

The Location - Castle Court is located a short level walk to Marlborough's bustling High Street, Waitrose and the main Doctors Surgery. With open countryside within minutes of the front door the development is regarded as the premier retirement location in Marlborough. The development benefits from the services of a House Manager, call monitoring service with alarm cords in every room and an intercom entry and alarm system. Of particular note are the mature gardens set on the banks of the river Kennet. There is a laundry room and communal sitting room. An en suite guest room is available for overnight guests by arrangement with the House Manager.

The Accommodation - We walk through the front door into the hall, to the right a deep walk in airing cupboard, to the left a surprisingly large storage cupboard. Straight ahead into the main bedroom, a good sized double with window overlooking the garden, double built in wardrobes, TV and BT point. The second bedroom is next which could accommodate a double if required and has a recess for a double wardrobe. A good sized sitting room is next with a walk in bay window overlooking the garden, storage heater and usual TV and telephone connections. Turning right we walk into the kitchen, refitted with contemporary style high gloss wall and base units with contrasting worksurfaces over. Inset sink with mixer tap, four ring hob with concealed extractor hood, plumbing for washing machine or dishwasher and space for a fridge freezer. Finally back into the hall and left into the shower room, recently refitted with a modern white suite comprising large walk in shower, toilet and wash basin. Heated towel rail and extractor fan.

Outside And Gardens And Facilities. - Castle Court is set in mature gardens overlooking the river Kennet. They enjoy a south and westerly aspect with numerous mature trees, large lawned areas, garden lighting and pleasant patios.
To the front and side of the building are numerous parking spaces which are not allocated and taken on a first come first serve basis.
The communal drawing room acts as the hub of the development with regular social occasions including game nights, coffee mornings, afternoon teas, discussion groups and even film nights. Adjoining this is the laundry room and kitchenette. A well appointed guest room for overflow family and friends is available to book, covered by a nominal charge. The House Manager is available 5 days a week normally from 09.30 - 3.30pm who not only oversees the day to day jobs in and around Castle Court but can assist with sourcing trades people, assisting with deliveries and many other useful services.

Services, Tenure And Local Authority - Please note that potential purchasers will require a letter from their GP confirming that they are capable of independent living. This will be required during the purchase process which should be sent to the solicitor for them to deal with.

The property is leasehold with 64 years remaining of a 99 year lease. Postcode: SN8 1XG.
(built 1990). The management charge is £305.74 per month, this includes water rates and buildings insurance. The Managing Agents are Grange Management (Southern) Ltd. Manager .

Mains electricity, water and mains drainage. Telephone lines subject to the usual transfer regulations. (No tests to the suitability
of services have been carried out and intending purchasers should commission their own tests if required).

Wiltshire Council. Trowbridge, Wiltshire. BA14 8JN. . Council Tax Band C.

If you have any questions about this property, please call our Marlborough office