Carrington Way, Wincanton, BA9

Property Details: • Type: Flat • Tenure: LEASEHOLD • Floor Area: 422 sqft

Key Features: • Quote Ref: 847634 when calling • Well-presented one-bedroom first-floor retirement apartment • Retirement living for over 60s (conditions apply) • Bright dual-aspect living room • Fitted kitchen and modern shower room • Lift access to all floors and secure communal entrance • Residents’ lounge with regular social activities • Attractive communal gardens, laundry room and guest suite for visiting family and friends • Development Manager during office hours and 24-hour emergency call system • Ideally located just off Wincanton High Street, close to shops and local amenities

Location: • Nearest Station: Templecombe Station • Distance to Station: 3.9138545280619987 miles

Agent Information: • Address: Suite 1G, Widford Business Centre, 33 Robjohns Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3AG

Full Description: Discover comfortable retirement living at Homecanton House, a popular and well-regarded development in the heart of Wincanton. This well-presented one-bedroom first-floor apartment offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy an independent lifestyle, with shops, a supermarket and everyday amenities all within easy walking distance.<br /><br />Occupying a desirable first-floor position, the apartment is accessed via a lift or stairs. The bright and welcoming living room enjoys dual-aspect windows, providing an inviting space in which to relax or entertain. The adjoining kitchen is fitted with a range of matching wall and base units, work surfaces, a stainless-steel sink and drainer, extractor fan and space for an electric cooker and fridge.<br /><br />The comfortable double bedroom benefits from a built-in double wardrobe, while the modern shower room is fitted with an enclosed shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin and WC. A useful storage/airing cupboard is located off the entrance hall. The apartment is presented in excellent order throughout, creating a comfortable and appealing home ready to enjoy.<br /><br />Homecanton House offers an excellent balance of independent living and a welcoming community atmosphere, with residents able to enjoy as much or as little involvement in the social activities as they wish. The communal lounge provides a comfortable place to meet neighbours, enjoy a coffee or take part in organised activities, while the attractive, well-maintained gardens offer peaceful seating areas to relax outdoors. Residents also benefit from a fully equipped communal laundry room and a guest suite for visiting family and friends, providing a convenient option when loved ones come to stay.<br /><br />A Development Manager is available during office hours, while the secure entry system and 24-hour emergency call system provide additional peace of mind for residents and their families.<br /><br />Perfectly placed for enjoying everything Wincanton has to offer, the apartment combines comfortable accommodation and excellent communal facilities with a truly convenient town-centre setting. An ideal choice for those looking for a welcoming retirement home where both independence and reassurance can be enjoyed.<br /><br />Location<br /><br />Wincanton is a historic and characterful market town in South Somerset, close to the Dorset and Wiltshire borders. The town offers excellent everyday amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, a choice of gyms, a sports centre with swimming pool, health services, an independent cinema, and both primary and secondary schools. It has a thriving community centred around hubs such as The Balsam Centre, along with attractions including Wincanton Racecourse and scenic riverside walks at Cale Park.<br />Ideally located just off the A303, the town benefits from good transport links, with Berry's Coaches providing services to London, South West Coaches connecting to nearby towns, and rail services available from Templecombe, Gillingham, Castle Cary and Bruton. Surrounded by beautiful countryside and close to popular destinations such as Bruton, Sherborne and the renowned Newt in Somerset, Wincanton offers a superb balance of rural charm, community spirit and modern convenience.<br /><br />Directions<br /><br />Homecanton House is located at the rear of the Co-op supermarket and main public car park.<br /><br />Agents Note<br /><br />It is a condition of purchase that buyers must be over the age of 60 years, or in the event of a couple, one must be over the age of 60 years and the other over 55 years.<br /><br />Additional Information<br /><br />Tenure: Leasehold (125 years from 1 March 1988).<br /><br />Services: Mains water, electricity, drainage and telephone, all subject to the usual utility regulations. Electric heating.<br /><br />Service Charge: £2,752.42 per annum (paid half-yearly).<br /><br />Ground Rent: £446.10 per annum (paid half-yearly).<br /><br />The service charge includes water rates, buildings insurance and the upkeep of communal areas and gardens.<br /><br />Council Tax Band: A<br /><br />Local Authority: Somerset Council<br /><br />EPC Rating: B<br /><br />Broadband & Mobile: Coverage can be checked at: Ofcom Coverage Checker<br />Flood Check: GOV.UK Flood Risk<br /><br />Caution: NB All services and fittings mentioned in these particulars have NOT been tested and hence we cannot confirm that they are in working order.<br /><br />Viewings: Strictly by appointment through the agent.<br /><br />Agents are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property. We outsource the initial checks to a partner supplier Coadjute who will contact you once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £27+VAT per buyer and this is a non-refundable fee. These charges cover the cost of obtaining relevant data, any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid and the checks completed in advance of the office issuing a memorandum of sale on the property you would like to buy.