One bedroom, first floor retirement apartment within a short level walk of the town centre shops and seafront. The apartment enjoys a quiet & secure environment with a resident House Manager and a lift to all upper floors.
The Property:
Homebaye House comprises of modern purpose-built apartments on the sea front. A short level walk from the town centre shops and facilities, It offers a quiet and secure environment for the retired/over 60's with a resident House Manager.
The telephone entry and alarm systems have been upgraded and a 24 hour Care Line System installed, as a back up to the Resident House Manager. The comfortably furnished Communal Sitting Room is regularly used for a variety of social events and activities and there are two double en-suite guest rooms, a laundry room and parking available on a first come, first served basis.
Number 17 is situated on the first floor and can be accessed by either of the two lifts in the building or the stairs.
A private door with security spyhole gives entry to the apartment's entrance hallway which gives access to all rooms and a large storage cupboard with hot water tank, electric meter and shelving. On the right-hand side is the bathroom with white suite comprising a bath with Mira shower over, WC and pedestal wash hand basin with fully tiled walls and towel rail with electric infra-red wall mounted heater over. The living room has a window to one side which if you stand up at the window you have sideways views to the sea. There is a night storage heater and arch which opens to the kitchen with modern white base and wall units with 1.5 bowl sink, electric hob and space for under unit fridge. The double bedroom has built-in wardrobes and a window looking out to the side with the same views as the living room and a night storage heater.
Tenure: We are advised that the property is held on a 99 year lease
Service charges: We are advised that there is a charge collected via two 6-monthly instalments of approximately £1911.00 (also can be paid monthly via direct debit or annually £3823.14). This includes the water rates, buildings insurance, laundry facilities, exterior window cleaning, the lighting, heating and cleaning of all public areas and the care of the gardens which are maintained by a professional gardener.
Ground Rent: There is an annual charge of £415.08 which can be paid in 6 month installments.
Communal Parking: Parking is available on a first come, first served basis.
Services: We are advised mains water, drainage, and electricity services are connected.
Council Tax: We are advised that this property is in council tax band A. East Devon District Council. Tel: 01404 515616
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