Summary - 51, Arkle Court, The Holkham CH3 5PL
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Comfortable over‑55 living near Chester with ready-made community facilities.
- Top-floor two-bedroom retirement apartment, chain-free
- Large open-plan lounge/diner with adjoining kitchen
- Communal lounge, laundry and organised resident activities
- 99-year lease remaining; offered as leasehold retirement property
- Electric storage heaters; heating may be costly to run
- Broadband speeds slow in the area; affects streaming and services
- Service charge approx. £3,974 annually; budget for ongoing costs
- Located under 10 minutes to Chester centre; bus stop opposite
This top-floor, two-bedroom retirement apartment sits within a purpose-built block in Vicars Cross, under ten minutes from Chester city centre. The layout is straightforward: an entrance hall leads to a large open-plan lounge/diner, a well-equipped kitchen, two double bedrooms with some fitted wardrobes, a bathroom and useful storage cupboards. Communal facilities include a residents’ lounge, laundry room and organised activities.
The apartment is offered chain-free with 99 years remaining on the lease, making it convenient to move into. Practical positives include double glazing, no flood risk, low local crime and excellent mobile signal. The building is relatively modern (constructed early 1990s) and landscaped grounds provide pleasant communal outdoor space.
There are some material considerations to note. Heating is via electric storage heaters, which can be less efficient and more expensive than gas central heating. Broadband speeds are slow locally, which may affect streaming or remote services. The interior is described as dated in places and would benefit from updating to suit contemporary tastes. The service charge is significant at approximately £3,974 a year — this covers communal services but is an important ongoing cost.
For a buyer over 55 seeking a low-maintenance, centrally located retirement home with social facilities, this apartment offers convenience and community. If you prioritise modern heating, faster internet or a recently refurbished interior, allow for potential upgrade costs when considering this property.
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