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Howth Drive, Woodley, RG5

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Flat

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

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  • Vacant No Onward Chain

Description

Grapevine Estate Agents take pleasure in bringing to the market a one bedroom retirement flat, offered for sale with no onward chain, located in the highly regarded Douglas Bader Court.

This well presented first floor apartment offers comfortable and accessible living, ideal for those aged 55 and over who are seeking independence within a supportive and friendly community setting.

The accommodation begins with a spacious entrance hallway featuring built in storage, providing excellent practicality from the moment you arrive. This leads through to a bright and airy living and dining room, offering ample space for both relaxation and entertaining. Double doors open into a separate fitted kitchen which is well appointed with a range of wall and base units, integrated oven and hob, space for additional appliances and a window allowing for natural light and ventilation.

The generous double bedroom benefits from fitted mirrored wardrobes, offering excellent storage while maintaining a light and open feel. Completing the accommodation is a modern shower room, thoughtfully designed with ease of use in mind and featuring a walk in shower, wash hand basin and WC.

Douglas Bader Court has communal parking, it is a well regarded retirement development offering a range of communal facilities including a residents lounge, communal laundry room and beautifully maintained communal gardens. The building further benefits from a secure entry system, lift access to all floors and an on site house manager, providing reassurance and peace of mind for residents.

The development is ideally positioned within the popular town of Woodley, a well established residential area on the eastern edge of Reading. Woodley is known for its strong community atmosphere, excellent local amenities and convenient transport links, making it particularly attractive for retirement living.

Woodley town centre offers a wide range of everyday facilities including supermarkets, pharmacies, cafes, restaurants and independent shops, with the Woodley Precinct and Oakwood Centre providing additional shopping, leisure and community services such as a library and health facilities. For those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, there are several well maintained parks and green spaces nearby, including Woodford Park and the well known Dinton Pastures Country Park, offering scenic walks, lakes and cafes.

Excellent transport links further enhance the appeal of the area, with regular bus services providing easy access to Reading town centre and surrounding locations. Reading mainline station offers fast rail services to London Paddington, along with Elizabeth Line connections across London. Road links are also convenient, with easy access to the A329(M) and M4 motorway.

This superb retirement apartment combines comfortable accommodation, a well managed development and a highly convenient location. Early viewing is highly recommended.

EPC rating B

Agents Note: In accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations mandated by the government in 2019, it is obligatory for us to verify the identity of all potential buyers. We engage the assistance of a third party entity, Lifetime Legal, who will reach out to you directly at a mutually agreed upon time for this purpose. They will require the complete name, date of birth, and current residential address of all buyers. A nominal fee of £85, inclusive of VAT, is applicable for this service (per transaction, not per individual), payable directly to Lifetime Legal. Kindly note, we are unable to provide a memorandum of sale until the verification process is concluded.
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About Grapevine Estate Agents, Berkshire

18 London Road, Twyford Reading RG10 9ER

Welcome to Grapevine Estate Agents

At Grapevine, we've taken a fresh, stylish and artistic approach to marketing your home in Berkshire.

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We wanted to create an Estate Agency that offered clients a personal, face to face service with creative marketing whilst still offering good value for money.

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