13 DERWENTSIDE GARDENS

If you’re OVER 55 and are looking for a smashing two bedroomed bungalow within level walking distance of the town centre then this just has to be the one! You’ll be purchasing a 75% SHARE in the property under the Shared Ownership Scheme with Home Group.
It truly is a delightful home which has been loved and beautifully maintained and it offers lounge and kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom and a conservatory to the rear which spills out onto the garden. There's also a drive, single garage and good sized yet easy to manage gardens to the front and rear.
An easy ten minute level walk via the Memorial Gardens and Millers Footbridge over the River Derwent will get you into town where you'll find many independent shops and services, eateries and leisure facilities.
We think this is a fabulous proposition!
* NO CHAIN * NO CHAIN * NO CHAIN *

Things You Need To Know - Gas central heating
Double glazing

The Scheme - The property is available for sale to over 55's only.
You will be purchasing a 75% share of the property under the Shared Ownership Scheme (no further staircasing is permitted) and Home Group will wish to do affordability and credit checks on you prior to agreeing a sale.
The sale price of £206,250 is non-negotiable.
There is no rent to pay.
Charges payable to Home Group as at 2023/2024 (which are reviewed annually and increase on 1st April) are:
1) Insurance charge - £100 (paid annually)
2) Management fee - £217.26 (paid annually)
3) Mantenance, repairs and cleaning - £316.79 (paid annually)
4) Reserve fund - £1,111.62 (paid annually)
Please see Grisdales for information on eligibility and the application procedure.

ELIGIBILITY
Minimum deposit is 5-10%
Total household income must be under £80,000
All applicants must be over 55

Entrance - Accessed via a composite door with chrome ironmongery and a frosted glazed panel and that leads into:

Inner Hallway - With telephone point, access into the loft and useful cupboard and part glazed door leading into the lounge.
The loft is boarded and has a drop down ladder.

Lounge - 4.39 (into bay) x 4.09 (14'4" (into bay) x 13'5") - Bay window to the front, television point and gas fire with chrome frame within marble surround and matching hearth. Double doors leading to:

Kitchen - 3.35 x 2.21 (10'11" x 7'3") - Fitted with a range of base and wall units with black laminate worktop over and chunky chrome handles, tile ceramic splashback and includes: 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink, plumbing for dishwasher, integrated electric oven with four ring gas hob over and extractor fan. Space for under-counter fridge. Vinyl flooring, wall mounted gas boiler, large window to the rear and UPVC door with frosted panelling to the rear.

Bedroom 1 - 4.65 x 2.92 (15'3" x 9'6") - Double room to the front.

Bedroom 2 / Dining Room - 3.28 x 3.25 (10'9" x 10'7") - Double room to the rear with French doors into the conservatory

Conservatory - 3.05 x 2.64 (10'0" x 8'7") - Fitted with tile effect floor, windows to three sides including UPVC door to the rear, perspex roof and fan light.

Bathroom - Fitted with shower enclosure with clear screen and wall mounted shower and attachments, pedestal wash basin with cream mixer tap and low level WC. Fitted around sanitary fittings with waterproof panelling and ceramic tiles. Chrome towel holder and additional chrome fittings. Frosted window to the rear.

Garage - 5.16 x 2.77 (16'11" x 9'1") - A driveway provides access to a single garage. With up and over door, small basin, plumbing for washing machine and space for an additional appliance. Fitted with shelving. UPVC pedestrian door to the rear.

Front Garden - There's an attractive front garden with a circular flower bed.

Rear Garden - A larger than expected rear garden with good sized patio and laid around the patio with golden shillies with pretty flower borders. Outside tap.

Directions - From the town centre proceed over Derwent Bridge then turn immediately right into Wakefield Road, passing the vets and car park. Turn right signed to Derwentside Gardens, follow the road round and take the first right and the property can be found in the cul de sac.

Council Tax - We have been advised by Cumberland Council ) that this property is placed in Tax Band C.

Viewing Arrangements - To view this property, please contact us on .

Notes To Brochure - Please note that all measurements have been taken using a laser tape measure which may be subject to a small margin of error. None of the appliances, heating system or fittings included within the sale have been tested or can be assumed to be in full working order. Purchasers are strongly advised to satisfy themselves by way of survey and their own enquiries. The brochure does not constitute a contract, part of a contract or warranty.

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