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" REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE - A well presented first floor flat (646 sq ft) In a sheltered housing complex for the over 55's. 2 bedrooms, shower room. Communal hall, shared landing, private reception hall, sitting/dining room, kitchen. Communal gardens, resident and visitor's parking.

LOCATION This charming hill top town is reputed to be England's oldest borough, dating from around 880 AD. Local facilities include a good range of shops, library, museum and sports centre with swimming pool. There are a wealth of clubs and associations. The excellent secondary school has 'High Performing Specialist School' status. The 12th century Abbey, which dominates the town, together with Abbey House Gardens are both significant tourist attractions. The world famous Westonbirt Arboretum is 3 miles away and the historic roman town of Cirencester, known as 'the capital of the Cotswolds' is 10 miles north. The M4 provides travel to the major employment centres and there are trains to Paddington in just over an hour from Chippenham, Kemble and Swindon. DESCRIPTION Orchard Court lies on the southern edge of the town and is a sheltered housing complex built in 1984. It was designed exclusively for the over 55's and comprises forty flats, arranged in blocks of four, on the ground and first floor, together with six bungalows. Number 44 is a first floor flat which is immaculately presented and benefits from a refitted shower room. A gas boiler supplies central heating and domestic hot water and the accommodation comprises: Communal front door with stairs to: FIRST FLOOR Landing with private front door to: RECEPTION HALL Intercom for communal front door and control system for warden alarm. Radiator, telephone point, coat hanging/storage cupboard. Airing cupboard with hot water cylinder, electric immersion heater, slatted shelving. SITTING/DINING ROOM 6.44m(21'2'') max x 3.75m(12'4'') max L shaped. Window to front with westerly aspect. Gas fire on stone hearth with wooden mantel over. Radiator, TV and telephone point. Glazed door to: KITCHEN 2.59m(8'6'') x 2.23m(7'4'') Range of wall and base cupboards with wood effect worktops and tiled surrounds. Sink unit with mixer tap, wall mounted gas boiler, radiator, plumbing for washing machine and space for cooker. Window to rear. BEDROOM ONE 4.51m(14'10'') max x 2.63m(8'8'') max Two windows to front, built-in wardrobes and drawers. Radiator. BEDROOM TWO 2.50m(8'2'') x 2.50m(8'2'') + store recess Window to rear, radiator, access hatch to loft space. SHOWER ROOM White suite comprising large cubicle with electric shower and fitted seat, WC and vanity wash basin. Extensive wall tiling, towel rail/radiator, obscure glazed window to rear. OUTSIDE There are communal gardens and clothes airing areas. SERVICE CHARGE 2010/2011 ?123 per calendar month (includes maintenance of the communal areas, gardening, window cleaning, buildings insurance and part-time warden assistance.
TENURE A new 99 year lease was created in June 1984 with a ground rent of ?45 per annum. SERVICES All mains connected. LOCAL AUTHORITY Wiltshire Council, Monkton Park, Chippenham, SN15 1ER. Tel: 01249 706111, www.wiltshire.gov.uk COUNCIL TAX Band B - ?1,253.54 (2011/12) DIRECTIONS: Proceed down Malmesbury High Street, over the river bridge and continue to the Priory roundabout. Here take the third exit heading towards Chippenham and take the first turning right into Arches Lane. After 100 yards turn right into Orchard Court. POSTCODE SN16 0ED PROPERTY LAYOUT Please note this layout is for illustration purposes only and is not to scale.
NOTES While we take care to ensure the accuracy of our information the following points should be noted: All measurements and distances are approximate. No tests as to the condition or suitability of any services, fixtures or fittings have been carried out and intending purchasers must make their own enquiries. Fitted carpets, curtains and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale unless otherwise stated. Any plans and photographs are illustrative and do not imply such items are included in the sale. While we take care to ensure the accuracy of our information the following points should be noted: All measurements and distances are approximate. No tests as to the condition or suitability of any services, fixtures or fittings have been carried out and intending purchasers must make their own enquiries. Fitted carpets, curtains and garden ornaments are excluded from the sale unless otherwise stated. Any plans and photographs are illustrative and do not imply such items are included in the sale.
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