Summary - 17 Seymour Court, Ambleside Avenue, SOUTH SHIELDS NE34 0DQ
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Comfortable independent living with communal support and private outdoor space.
Ground-floor retirement apartment with private patio access
Two double bedrooms; main bedroom has walk-in wardrobe and built-ins
Purpose-built development with House Manager and 24-hour Careline
Communal homeowners' lounge and guest suite for visitors
Annual service charge £3,641.51; ground rent £495 per year
Electric room heaters — potentially higher running costs than gas
Off-street parking space included; superfast broadband available
Area records above-average crime; consider personal security needs
Comfortable, low-maintenance ground-floor retirement apartment arranged for independent over-60s. The spacious living room opens directly onto a private patio, bringing morning light into the northeast-facing sitting and dining area. Two double bedrooms include a generous main bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe and built-in storage, while the shower room is modern and fully tiled.
Seymour Court is a purpose-built development with an on-site House Manager, 24-hour emergency Careline, secure camera entry and a homeowners’ lounge. The development also offers a guest suite for visitors and a designated off-street parking space, making it simple to host family or keep a car nearby. Superfast broadband and a pet-friendly policy are practical extras.
Buyers should note the annual service charge of £3,641.51 and an annual ground rent of £495; both contribute to communal maintenance, buildings insurance and the emergency call system. Heating is electric via room heaters, which may affect running costs compared with gas-heated properties. The area records above-average crime levels, so consider security needs alongside the building’s communal systems.
Ideal for downsizers wanting a social retirement setting with practical support, this apartment balances independent living with onsite safeguards and communal amenities. The long lease (nearly 999 years remaining) and part-exchange option add buying flexibility for those moving from a family home.
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