Ground-floor flat with direct access to communal rear garden
A ground-floor retirement apartment offering straightforward, low-maintenance living with direct access to well-kept communal gardens. Positioned at the rear of a purpose-built complex, the flat benefits from an accessible layout, communal lounge and laundry, guest suite, and nearby resident parking — practical features for an active over-60s buyer.
The location is a genuine strength: a short walk to Barnards Green’s shops and amenities and under a quarter-mile from Great Malvern station. The apartment is chain free and rated EPC C, making it comfortable and readily available to move into with minimal delay.
Important practical downsides are clear and factual. The property is leasehold with 62 years remaining; many mortgage lenders require longer terms and may refuse lending. The annual service charge is high at £4,572 and ground rent is £100 per year — budgetary factors any purchaser should confirm. Heating is by electric storage/panel heaters which can be more costly than gas alternatives.
This flat will suit someone seeking a convenient, sociable retirement base close to town and transport, who can either buy outright or arrange suitable lease extension/finance. For buyers reliant on a standard mortgage, early legal and mortgage advice is strongly recommended.