Bierce Court, Lyell Road, Birchington, CT7

Offered for sale with NO FORWARD CHAIN and tucked away within the well-kept Bierce Court development in Birchington, this spacious ground floor retirement apartment offers comfortable, manageable living in a peaceful setting, with direct access out onto the communal gardens.

The development is well placed for everyday convenience, with Birchington’s local shops, supermarkets, cafés, dentist, vet, doctor’s surgery and train station all within comfortable walking distance. Birchington’s seafront and beaches are also approximately 5 minutes’ walk away.

The apartment is larger than many buyers might expect, with approximately 774 sq ft of accommodation and a layout that feels practical and easy to live with. A generous entrance hall gives a good sense of space as soon as you step inside, with useful built-in storage and access through to the main rooms.

The reception room is a particularly good size with plenty of room for both sitting and dining areas. Double doors open directly out to the gardens, which is a real advantage for a ground floor flat, creating a pleasant connection between the living space and the outside. The room feels bright and comfortable, with views over the communal grounds.

The kitchen is separate from the main living space and fitted with a range of wall and base units, worktop space and room for appliances. It is a practical kitchen rather than an open-plan arrangement, which many buyers still prefer, especially where they want to keep cooking and living areas distinct.

There are two bedrooms, both of which are well proportioned. The main bedroom has fitted wardrobes, providing excellent storage, while the second bedroom would work well as a guest room, study or hobby room depending on the buyer’s needs. The shower room has been updated with a large walk-in style shower, WC and wash basin, with a separate additional WC off the hallway.

Bierce Court itself is an attractive retirement development with an on-site house manager, residents’ parking, communal gardens and an outside drying area. The service charge is understood to include buildings insurance, communal heating and lighting, window cleaning, grounds maintenance and gardening. The property is connected to mains electricity, water and drainage, with no gas supply.

For added peace of mind, there is also a 24-hour emergency call system with pull-cord alerts in the principal rooms, with the house manager or support staff able to carry out daily check-ins if required.

Overall, this is a spacious and well-positioned ground floor retirement apartment with direct access to the gardens, two bedrooms, generous living space and the benefit of a well-managed communal setting. Occupation is subject to the retirement-age restrictions within the lease and any management company requirements, which buyers should confirm with their solicitor/managing agent before proceeding.

For further details or to arrange a viewing contact Alexander Russell Estate Agents by telephone, email or find us on social media. Alternatively, you can also get in touch via our website: alexander-russell.co.uk

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GROUND FLOOR -
Entrance Hall
Living & Dining Room - 5.87m x 5.46m (19'3" x 17'11")
Kitchen - 2.87m x 2.26m (9'5" x 7'5")
Bedroom One - 3.99m x 3.05m (13'1" x 10'0")
Bedroom Two - 3.99m x 2.36m (13'1" x 7'9")
Shower Room - 2.64m x 1.52m (8'8" x 5'0")
WC - 1.27m x 0.76m (4'2" x 2'6")

EXTERNAL -
Communal Gardens
Residents Parking

TENURE -
Leasehold with approximately 59 years remaining
- 99 years from 1 April 1986
Ground Rent - £45 per annum
- Understood to rise to £68 per annum from 1 April 2052
Service Charge - TBC

NB - Occupation is subject to the retirement-age restrictions within the lease and any management company requirements. Pets are subject to prior written consent from the lessor/managing agent.

COUNCIL TAX -
Thanet District Council
Band C (£2,209.12 per annum)

EPC RATING -
66 | D

SERVICES -
We are informed that mains water, drainage and electricity are connected. No gas. The development includes an on-site house manager, outside drying area, communal gardens and residents’ parking. Buildings insurance is understood to be included within the service charge, together with communal heating and lighting, window cleaning, grounds maintenance and gardening.

HEATING -
Electric storage heaters

BROADBAND -
Ultrafast fibre to the property internet available (FTTP)

LISTED BUILDING / CONSERVATION AREA -
No

PARKING -
Residents Parking - no allocation

OUTSIDE SPACE -
Communal Gardens, Drying Area

MATERIAL INFORMATION -
Leasehold. The property is held on a 99-year lease from 1 April 1986, leaving approximately 59 years remaining. The title relates to the ground floor flat only. The property forms part of a retirement development and the lease defines retirement age as at least 55 years, subject to the specific lease terms and any management company approval. Ground rent is believed to be £45 per annum, rising to £68 per annum from 1 April 2052, subject to confirmation. Service charge is to be confirmed. The lease contains restrictions relating to occupation, assignment, underletting, alterations, pets, business use and parking. The title is also subject to historic restrictive covenants and utility-related rights/restrictions. Buyers should rely on their solicitor’s review of the lease, title and management information.

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AGENTS NOTE - These particulars are prepared as a general guide and do not form part of any offer or contract. All descriptions, photographs, measurements, floorplans and distances are provided for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. We have not tested any services, appliances or fittings. Interested parties must rely on their own inspections and enquiries, including confirmation from their legal representative, surveyor or other appropriate professional.