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" For the over 55's. A pleasant 2 BEDROOM Retirement Flat (646 sq ft) in a Sheltered Housing complex WITH AN OPEN FRONT ASPECT. Refitted shower room. Communal hall, shared landing, private reception hall, sitting/dining room, well equipped kitchen. Communal gardens, resident and visitor's parking. NO ONWARD CHAIN

The Location The market town of Malmesbury sits on the highly desirable Gloucestershire/Wiltshire borders, just 12 miles from Cirencester, 'the capital of the Cotswolds.' Malmesbury is reputed to be England's oldest borough, dating from around 880 AD. It has a good selection of shops and a regular farmers' market, a library, museum, leisure centre with pool, two primary schools and a 'High Performing Academy' secondary school. The 12th century Abbey and Abbey House Gardens together with the nearby Westonbirt Arboretum are significant tourist attractions. The Royal estates of Highgrove and Gatcombe Park are close by and the area is known for its country sports, excellent walking, cycling and water sports. The cosmopolitan city of Bath is 23 miles south-west. J17 of the M4 provides access to the area's major employment centres and there are trains to Paddington in just over an hour from Chippenham, Kemble and Swindon. The Property 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. The Accommodation The communal door has an intercom entry system and provides access to four apartments, two on each floor. Number 47 is on the first floor with a door opening to a good size hallway with cloaks cupboard and airing cupboard. The sitting/dining room benefits from a lovely open aspect to the front. The kitchen has been replaced with modern wall and base cupboards, built-in oven, microwave, electric hob with extractor hood over. Integrated appliances include a dishwasher, fridge and freezer. There is also space and plumbing for a washing machine. The main bedroom has two windows to the front and built-in wardrobes. There is a further single bedroom with window overlooking the garden to the rear. The shower room has been refitted with good quality white sanitary ware. Outside There are communal gardens surrounding the property and space for resident and visitors' parking. Service Charge ?142.46 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 are connected. A gas boiler in the kitchen supplies central heating and domestic hot water. Local Authority Wiltshire Council Offices, Monkton Park, Chippenham, Wilts, SN15 1ER. Tel: 01249 706111, www.wiltshire.gov.uk Council Tax Band B - ?1,253.54 (2012/13) Directions to SN16 0ED 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. 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. These particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through Blount & Maslin. They are believed to be correct, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. "