£305,000

Features

• 91 sq m (980 sq ft)
• 2 double bedrooms
• Fluid open plan living area
• Under-floor heating
• Balconies to front & rear
• Fabulous mature communal grounds
• Allocated parking for residents & visitors
• Bathroom with bath & walk-in shower
• On site caretaker & dedicated storage area
• No chain

Description

Contemporary two bedroom apartment, with on-site caretaker, set in beautiful communal grounds. No chain.





Accommodation Summary..
Access is via a private and impressive tree-lined driveway and properties sit within beautifully landscaped grounds.

No.2 forms part of a crescent shaped block of just six apartments, each of which has its own independent entrance.

Generously proportioned throughout, the apartment includes a spacious living area with full height windows to both ends and patio doors leading to a pair of balconies (Juliette to the rear, located off the kitchen).

The kitchen is open plan and includes a central island with breakfast bar and a full suite of integrated appliances.

There are two double bedrooms, the master of which features sliding doors opening onto a further balcony.

The bathroom has a bespoke design and comprises an extra-wide shower cubicle and free-standing bath. Many elements combine to deliver a luxurious boutique effect.

Accommodation overall extends to 91 sq m (980 sq ft).

In addition, the apartment has a dedicated / secure storage area beneath plot 14.

Specifications.
GENERAL
o Balance of a 10 year warranty by Premier Guarantee
o Karndean luxury vinyl tile floor finishes
o Under-floor heating (wet system)
o All mains services including gas, electricity, water and drainage

KITCHEN
o German engineered rigid, handle-less kitchen
o Induction hob and ducted extractor fan
o Fully integrated Bosch appliances; including a fridge freezer, dishwasher and single oven
o Wine cooler provided by Caple
o Undermount stainless steel 1 and ½ bowl sink with chrome mixer tap
o Composite stone work-surfaces
o Engraved drainer board and up-stand

BATHROOM
o Feature wall tiles
o Sanitaryware and brassware provided by Roca / Laufen
o Mounted wall lighting
o Bath & extra wide shower cubicle
o Mirrored cabinet with shaver point



Spec continued...
ELECTRICAL & SECURITY
o 5-amp lamp sockets in sitting room and bedrooms
o Mains linked smoke detection
o Television points to all rooms
o Telephone points with wiring for BT Internet
o Low energy lighting throughout
o Recessed down lights
o Pendant lighting


Grounds & Parking.
The residents share mature and immaculately maintained communal grounds.

In addition to visitor parking, the apartment has 2 allocated parking spaces.

For the resident's peace of mind, the communal grounds and parking areas are monitored by 24 hour surveillance cameras.


Caretaker
A friendly estate manager / caretaker can be found on site every weekday for a set number of hours.

The caretaker deals with any issues relating to the gardening and communal upkeep and maintenance.




Tenure
The apartment is held on the residual of a 125 lease.

A ground rent is payable in the sum of £250 per annum.

As qualifying leaseholders, the residents have exercised their right to manage the scheme and now do so directly without the appointment of a third party managing agent.

The annual service charge presently runs at £2,083 pa.

This covers the following:

o Building's insurance
o Upkeep & maintenance of external areas
o Landscaping
o On-site caretaker
o CCTV



Age Exclusive Qualifying Criteria
Arbor Vale is designed for people aged 55 or over.

It is a requirement that at least one party is a minimum of 55 years old. A younger spouse or family member can therefore occupy the property but nobody under the age of 18 can be a permanent resident.


Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
The house has an excellent energy rating at B(85).

Given rising energy costs, a home's energy efficiency is becoming increasing important in order to mitigate the costs of heating and lighting etc.


Dinas Powys
Dinas Powys is a village with a strong sense of identity and community.

The thriving village provides a range of shops, salons, public houses and restaurants, in addition to coffee shops and a deli.

Leisure facilities include rugby, cricket, tennis, golf and bowling clubs.

There are beautiful walks over the adjoining Common and throughout surrounding woodland.

Dinas Powys is an easy commute from Cardiff, being just 5½ miles south west of the capital city and 9 miles south east of J33 of the M4 motorway.

The village has excellent transport links to the city centre with Dinas Powys railway station providing frequent services to Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan.

Bus services operated by both Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan operate within the village.


Council Tax Band : F