Second-floor Grade II listed Oast conversion with high ceilings and large rooms
One double bedroom; 531 sq ft — compact, manageable layout
Newly redecorated with fresh carpeting; ready to move in
Share of freehold and 993-year lease — long-term ownership security
Service charge approx. £1,680 per year; allocated off-street parking
Primary heating via electric storage heaters — potentially higher running costs
Listed status may restrict alterations and complicate repairs
Possible damp issues in older conversion; recommend survey before purchase
Set on the second floor of a striking Grade II listed Oast conversion in Hadlow, this newly redecorated one-bedroom apartment offers manageable, characterful living for buyers aged over 55. High ceilings and large rooms create a light, airy feel, and recent carpeting and fresh paint mean the property is ready to move into.
The apartment sits within a long lease (993 years) and share of freehold, with allocated off-street parking and low council tax. The kitchen is functional with integrated oven and hob and a pleasing view of Hadlow Tower. Service charge is approximately £1,680 per year and the flat is offered chain free.
Practicalities to note: the building has listed status, which will complicate and restrict some works, and electric storage heaters are the primary heating source. The conversion’s age and construction (solid brick with internal insulation) mean there is some potential for damp in parts of the building; any buyer should check specifics and consider a building survey if unsure.
This apartment will suit a retirement buyer seeking a low-maintenance, character-filled home in a small-town setting with local amenities nearby. It combines historic charm and convenient, compact living, but buyers wanting major modernisation or structural alterations should expect listed-building constraints and possible additional maintenance costs.
