Flat for sale in Ellingham Close, Grange Road, Alresford SO24

A spacious flat on the first floor of this popular retirement block for the over 55's. Ellingham Close is conveniently located off Grange Road, within walking distance of the town centre. The flat has been rewired and redecorated throughout, with replacement triple glazing and a newly-installed kitchen and bathroom. There are lovely views from the sitting room and kitchen over the communal gardens. There is a good amount of communal and visitors' parking on site.

The flat is entered via a communal hallway, with stairs and stairlift up to the first floor. The front door of the flat opens to a hall, with doors off to the various rooms.

The recently-refitted kitchen features a range of storage cupboards, worktops, a sink, plumbing for a washing machine, and space for a fridge. The spacious living room has a window with a view over the communal gardens. The main bedroom is a double room, with a built-in wardrobe and sliding doors, whilst the second bedroom is a single room. The bathroom has been recently refitted and features a modern white suite comprising a bath, wc and wash hand basin.

There is a 24 hour alarm-call service available. Additional benefits include a residents' lounge with attached communal kitchen, landscaped gardens and residents' parking.

Alresford is a beautiful Georgian town known for its variety of independent shops, restaurants and inns located in stunning surroundings on the edge of the South Downs National Park. Attractions include the Watercress steam railway, schools for infant, junior and secondary education, several churches and an active and inclusive community. The cathedral city of Winchester is about 7 miles away and there is easy access to the south coast, the midlands and London via the road network. There is also mainline rail access to London from both Winchester and Alton. Southampton airport is only about half an hour away by car.

On-site manager

There is an on-site manager, who normally works 4 days a week between 10am and 3pm. Office number: Lease information

Commencing 24th June 1989
Lease term: 125 years
Years remaining: 90 years.
Ellingham Close is managed by Home From Home Property Management.
The service charge for 2024/25 is £2,989pa.
Services included are: Buildings insurance, supply of water, drainage, the alarm system and cleaning of the exterior of residents' windows. Also included are the costs of maintaining the communal areas, which include repairs, electricity, cleaning, window cleaning and gardening. Within the service charge a contribution is made towards the sinking fund, the on-site scheme manager's salary and administration costs. There is no ground rent.

Services

The flat has mains water, mains drainage and electricity. The heating is via electric storage heaters as there is no gas available within the development.

Local authority information

Winchester City Council
Council Tax Band: C