Summary - 28 GARDEN MEWS WARSASH SOUTHAMPTON SO31 9GW
2 bed 1 bath Retirement Property
Low-maintenance coastal living for savvy downsizers seeking village convenience.
Two-bedroom retirement apartment with private front door and balcony
Short walk to Warsash village centre and waterfront access
Well-tended communal gardens and secure entry phone
Approximately 60 years remaining on lease — lenders may refuse mortgages
Annual service charge £3,317; ground rent £399 (verify with solicitor)
Electric storage heating only — potential for higher running costs
Double-glazed windows; no flood risk and fast broadband/mobile
Average-sized 809 sq ft layout with one four-piece bathroom
Set within the well-kept Garden Mews development in Warsash, this two-bedroom retirement apartment offers a quiet, convenient base close to the village centre and waterfront. The layout includes a bright lounge with balcony, two bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, and a four-piece bathroom — practical accommodation for downsizers seeking low-maintenance living in a coastal community.
Residents benefit from private access via their own front door, secure entry phone, and beautifully landscaped communal gardens that encourage outdoor time and neighbourly conversation. The property has double glazing and electric storage heating; broadband and mobile signals are reported as fast and excellent respectively, making it simple to stay connected.
Buyers should note material leasehold and cost details: roughly 60 years remain on the lease (reports show 59–61 years), the annual service charge is about £3,317 and ground rent is £399. Lenders commonly refuse mortgages on flats with short leases, so purchasers will need to check finance options or be prepared to buy with cash. The heating is electric only (storage heaters), which may mean higher running costs than gas-heated homes.
Overall this apartment suits downsizers or retirees who prioritise location, garden access and a low-maintenance lifestyle, and who understand the implications of the remaining lease term and associated charges.
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