Summary - SHERFORD LODGE FLAT 71 KINGLAKE DRIVE TAUNTON TA1 3RR
2 bed 1 bath Apartment
Comfortable, low-maintenance living in an active retirement community.
Dual-aspect open-plan living room with bay window and abundant natural light
Two double bedrooms; master bedroom includes en-suite shower room
Lift access to first floor; secure communal entrance and intercom
Extensive on-site amenities: shop, restaurant, gym, bar, guest suite
Ample resident and visitor parking; landscaped communal gardens
Leasehold with approximately 105 years remaining (expires 01/10/2120)
High service charge: approx £7,707pa for double occupancy (above average)
Ground rent £275pa; council tax rated moderate
Step into Sherford Lodge, a well-maintained first-floor apartment within the Blagdon Village retirement development. The dual-aspect open-plan living room with a bay window creates a bright, welcoming space for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen is modern and fitted with integrated appliances, while both bedrooms are doubles with built-in wardrobes; the master includes an en-suite shower room.
Residents benefit from extensive on-site facilities — village shop, restaurant, bar, fitness suite, snooker room and guest suite — plus a development manager and attractive communal gardens. Practical features include double glazing, gas central heating, lift access, and ample resident and visitor parking.
Important practical points: the home is leasehold with about 105 years remaining (lease expiry 01/10/2120). Annual service charges are substantial (around £7,707 for double occupancy), and ground rent is £275 per year. Council tax is moderate. These predictable ongoing costs suit buyers looking for a secure, serviced retirement setting rather than those wanting minimal running costs.
Overall this apartment suits downsizers seeking community living, easy access to town amenities, and low-maintenance accommodation with strong on-site services. It offers comfortable living with clear running costs and long-term lease security, but buyers should factor the high service charge into affordability calculations.
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