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Gainsborough Lodge, 136, South Farm Road, Worthing, BN14 7ED

PROPERTY TYPE

Flat

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

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Key features

  • Ground Floor Retirement Apartment
  • Generous Double Bedroom With Built-In Wardrobe
  • Dual Aspect Lounge/Diner
  • South Facing Aspects
  • Modern Fitted Kitchen
  • Contemporary Bathroom Suite
  • Excellent Communal Facilities
  • Beautifully Kept Communal Gardens
  • Popular Residential Location
  • No Ongoing Chain

Description

Jacobs Steel are delighted to offer for sale this well-presented ground floor retirement apartment, ideally positioned on the west side of this popular development and within easy reach of local shops and amenities in Broadwater. The property features a generous double bedroom with built-in wardrobe, a bright and spacious south facing lounge/diner, a fitted kitchen and a contemporary bathroom suite. Residents benefit from a range of excellent communal facilities including a residents’ lounge, conservatory, guest suites and beautifully maintained gardens. Offered for sale with no ongoing chain, this property presents an ideal opportunity for comfortable and secure retirement living.

Internal
The apartment is located on the ground floor on the western side of this well-regarded development and is accessed via a secure communal entrance with an entry phone system. The private front door opens into a welcoming entrance hallway, which provides access to all principal rooms and features a generously sized storage cupboard, ideal for everyday household items. The spacious south facing lounge/dining room enjoys a wealth of natural light that floods the room throughout the day and creating a bright, airy atmosphere. The room is well proportioned, offering ample space for both comfortable seating and dining furniture. The kitchen has been fitted with a range of white wall and base units, complemented by white laminate work surfaces, creating a smart and contemporary appearance while offering plenty of storage and preparation space. The double bedroom measures a generous 12'7 x 8'1 and comfortably accommodates a large double bed along with additional bedroom furniture. A built-in wardrobe provides convenient storage. The bathroom is fitted with a modern three-piece suite comprising a shower, WC and hand wash basin, finished in a clean and practical style.

Communal Amenities This popular retirement development offers an excellent range of communal facilities designed to enhance residents’ comfort and lifestyle. These include a south-facing conservatory overlooking the well-maintained communal gardens, a residents’ lounge where social events and group activities are regularly held, a communal laundry room, and several guest suites which can be booked for visiting friends or family members.

External The development is surrounded by beautifully maintained grounds, featuring mature planted borders, neatly kept lawned areas and a number of seating spaces for residents to enjoy throughout the year. Unallocated off-road parking is available to the rear of the development on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Location The property is ideally situated in this popular residential location, within easy reach of local shops and amenities in Broadwater village centre. Worthing town centre, offering a comprehensive range of shops, services and leisure facilities, is approximately one and a quarter miles away. Regular bus services to surrounding areas pass close by, providing convenient transport links.

Council Tax: Band B

Tenure: Leasehold
Lease Term: 99 years from January 2009
Maintenance Charge: TBC

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Band: B
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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About Jacobs Steel, Worthing

12 Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1BE
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About Jacobs Steel

Your property is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make — and at Jacobs Steel, we make sure it’s handled with the care it deserves. Since opening our first branch in Broadwater in 1984, we’ve grown to seven offices stretching from East Preston to Brighton & Hove, making us one of the largest independent estate agents on the South Coast, offering residential sales & lettings and commercial sales & lettings with everything all under one roof for a seamless service from start to finish.

We believe in doing things differently:

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Local expertise across East & West Sussex, ensuring we find the perfect buyer, tenant, or home for you.

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Dedicated sales progressors who guide you from offer to completion, helping keeping your move stress-free.

With over 1,500 five-star Google reviews and a long-standing ethos of honesty, integrity and community, Jacobs Steel is the estate agency you can trust.

📍 Find us across the South Coast — from East Preston to Brighton & Hove.

📞 Contact our Worthing office on 01903 206000 or email worthing@jacobs-steel.co.uk or lettings@ jacobs-steel.co.uk.

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