1 bed flat for sale

Burges Court, Station Road, Thorpe Bay SS1

Quote ref :- gw 0451 - guide price of £90,000 - £100,000 - Positioned on the second floor of a highly sought-after retirement development in the heart of Thorpe Bay, this well maintained, wonderful one-bedroom apartment offers an exceptional blend of convenience, comfort, and community living. Ideally located at the top of Thorpe Bay Broadway, residents benefit from immediate access to a vibrant selection of shops, cafés, and restaurants, as well as excellent transport links just moments away.

Offered with vacant possession and no onward chain, the property is bright, airy, and maintained in good condition throughout. The accommodation comprises a generously proportioned L-shaped lounge/diner, a separate fitted kitchen, a well-sized double bedroom, and a spacious shower room.

The development itself is thoughtfully designed to support an engaging and sociable lifestyle, featuring a lift servicing all floors, a communal lounge and function room with kitchen facilities, and a calendar of regular resident activities. Additional amenities include an on-site laundry, manager's office, and guest suites for visiting family and friends.

Externally, residents enjoy access to a private rear car park (available on a first-come, first-served basis) and beautifully maintained communal gardens that surround the development, providing a wonderful setting perfect for socialising and relaxing.

Extremely competitively priced to reflect a highly motivated vendor, and with the added bonus of a healthy remaining lease this property represents a rare opportunity to secure a well-located home within one of Thorpe Bay's most desirable retirement communities, and the perfect downsize.

Entrance hall

Accessed via a secure front door with telephone entry system, the welcoming entrance hall is well-presented with carpeted flooring and a coved ceiling. Features include a security pull cord, ample power points, loft access, and a built-in storage cupboard housing the fuse board and electric meter. Folding doors provide additional storage solutions, while further doors lead to all principal accommodation.

L-shaped lounge/diner - 5.33m x 4.6m (17'6" x 15'1")

A spacious, bright, and airy L-shaped living area offering excellent versatility for both relaxation and dining. The room benefits from carpeted flooring, a wall-mounted heater, and multiple power points. Additional features include an aerial point, telephone point, wall lighting, coved ceiling, and a security pull cord. There is ample space for a dining table and chairs alongside substantial living furniture. A UPVC double-glazed window overlooks the beautifully maintained communal gardens to the rear, while double doors provide seamless access into the kitchen.

Kitchen - 2.74m x 1.73m (9'0" x 5'8")

The kitchen is fitted with a range of eye- and base-level units complemented by roll-top work surfaces. It includes a stainless steel sink and drainer with matching taps, an integrated electric oven, and a four-ring electric hob with extractor hood above. There is space and plumbing for both a washing machine and fridge freezer. Further benefits include part-tiled walls, lino flooring, a wall-mounted electric heater, coved ceiling, and ample power points. A UPVC double-glazed window offers pleasant views over the communal gardens.

Bedroom - 3.86m x 2.46m (12'8" x 8'1")

A well-proportioned bedroom featuring a UPVC double-glazed window overlooking the communal gardens, allowing for a peaceful outlook. The room is finished with carpeted flooring, a wall-mounted heater, coved ceiling, wall lighting, and ample power points. Featuring a floor-to-ceiling fitted wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors, providing excellent storage. There is also plenty of space for a double bed and additional furnishings, along with a security pull cord.

Shower room

A spacious and well-appointed three-piece suite comprising a low-level WC, a vanity hand wash basin with stainless steel taps and storage cupboards beneath, and a generous walk-in shower enclosure with sliding glass doors, wall-mounted mixer shower, and fitted seat. The room is fully tiled and features lino flooring, an extractor fan, wall-mounted electric heater, coved ceiling, and a security pull cord. A deep built-in airing cupboard houses the hot water tank and provides excellent additional storage.

Communal entrance

Approached via secure double doors with entry phone system. Access to Managers office, Social lounge and kitchen and Laundry. Stairs and lift leading to second floor accommodation. Hardwood front door provides access to the apartment.

Communal gardens

Beautifully maintained and attractive communal rear gardens which are laid to lawn with mature and attractive bedded borders, trees and shrubs. Seating areas, perfect for al-fresco dining and socialising.

Communal facilities

The development benefits from an on-site managers office, a fun and sociable communal lounge & kitchen with plenty of ongoing activities and social events, communal laundry and guest bedroom suite.

Parking

There is a Residents car park set to rear of the development both private and secure.