Comfortable, low-maintenance flat near Gosforth High Street and metro.
Westerly-facing 2-bed apartment for over-55s
Modern kitchen and bathroom; double glazing
Lift, onsite manager, laundry, level access
Residents' parking and well-kept communal gardens
116 years remaining on lease; leasehold tenure
Service charge £2,680pa (includes ground rent/insurance)
Electric storage heating — higher running costs possible
Sale subject to Grant of Probate; no pets or business allowed
This two-bedroom over-55s apartment in Ettrick Lodge offers a comfortable, low-maintenance home close to Gosforth High Street and South Gosforth metro. The flat is elevated with a westerly aspect, modern kitchen and bathroom, double glazing and lift access — practical features for easier daily living.
Communal facilities include well-maintained gardens, residents’ parking, an onsite manager and laundry room. The building provides level and wheelchair access and benefits from a long lease of 116 years remaining, making it straightforward for retirement buyers looking for security of tenure.
Notable considerations: the property uses electric storage heating and has a relatively high annual service charge (£2,680) which includes ground rent and building insurance. The sale is subject to Grant of Probate, there are restrictions on pets and running a business, and local crime levels are recorded as high. These factors should be weighed alongside the convenient location and communal amenities.