Rougham Road, Bury St. Edmunds IP33

Property Details: - Type: Apartment - Bedrooms: 2 - Bathrooms: 1

Agent: The Mortimer & Gausden Partnership - Bury St Edmunds Phone: 01284 628150

If you’re searching for the ideal retirement destination, Southgate House is hard to beat. Set within beautifully landscaped gardens on the edge of this historic market town, it offers the perfect balance of tranquillity and convenience.<br/><br/>This spacious ground floor apartment forms part of an exclusive retirement community for residents aged 60 and over. Offered CHAIN FREE, the property provides comfortable, low-maintenance living in a peaceful setting.<br/><br/>Southgate House enjoys a prime position on the sought-after southern side of Bury St Edmunds, set behind an impressive brick-pillared entrance and approached via a sweeping driveway. The beautifully maintained communal gardens create a delightful and peaceful environment for residents to relax and enjoy.<br/><br/>Bury St Edmunds itself offers an excellent range of shopping, dining, and recreational amenities, along with a vibrant cultural scene. The nearby A14 provides easy access to Ipswich, Cambridge, and beyond, making this an ideal location for those seeking both convenience and tranquillity.<br/><br/>The accommodation is served by electric heating and in brief comprises reception hall, shower room, generous sitting room with patio doors onto a patio with views over the communal gardens. There is also a fitted kitchen with a comprehensive range of cupboard storage and two good sized bedrooms.<br/><br/>Each room within the apartment has an emergency pull cord system to alert the on-site manager if required. During times when the Manager is not on-site, the alarm is sent through to a central monitoring system which is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.<br/><br/>Outside<br/>The apartment enjoys views over the superbly landscaped communal gardens which include ample parking. There is also a residents lounge and conservatory.<br/><br/>Agents Note - The property is leasehold and it is a condition of purchase that residents be over the age of 60 years and are approved by the Sanctuary Housing Association.<br/><br/>Tenure - For sale LEASEHOLD with vacant possession upon completion. Lease: Commenced 99 years from 1986. Service charge: ££859.71 p/q. Ground rent: £60 per annum.<br/><br/>Agent Notes:<br/>COUNCIL TAX - BAND C <br/>COUNCIL - West Suffolk<br/>EPC - D<br/>SERVICES - Mains water, electricity and drainage<br/>BROADBAND - Ofcom states Ultrafast broadband is available<br/>Mobile - Ofcom states all mobile phone providers are likely<br/>WHAT3WORDS ///<a target="_blank" href="https://what3words.com/olive.excusing.increases">olive.excusing.increases</a><br/><br/><b>Hallway</b> - 3.98 x 1.67 (13'0" x 5'5") - <br/><br/><b>Lounge</b> - 3.58 x 4.71 (11'8" x 15'5") - <br/><br/><b>Kitchen</b> - 2.64 x 3.12 (8'7" x 10'2") - <br/><br/><b>Bedroom 1</b> - 3.39 x 3.36 (11'1" x 11'0") - <br/><br/><b>Bedroom 2</b> - 2.91 x 2.41 (9'6" x 7'10") - <br/><br/><b>Bathroom</b> - 1.91 x 2.36 (6'3" x 7'8") - <br/><br/>With complete peace of mind, you can just enjoy the gardens and relax<br/><br/>