2 bed flat for sale

Central Maidenhead - 1, 163 Sqft -Sheringham Court, East Road, Off Castle Hill SL6

Penthouse Apartment | Victorian Crown | 1,163 Sq Ft | Over 60s | Maidenhead Central | Views Across the Skyline

Introducing Sheringham Court
There are apartments, and then there are apartments like this. Positioned at the very top of a handsome Victorian building, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse within Sheringham Court offers something genuinely rare for the over-60s market: Space, character, light, and a location that puts the best of Maidenhead - and the wider Thames Valley - at your feet.
At 1,163 square feet spread across a single generous floor, this is not a compromise. It is a considered, comfortable home for a couple who have earned the right to live well, with room to welcome family and friends without anyone feeling squeezed. The views from every window across the Maidenhead skyline are a daily reminder that you made the right choice.

Thirty-seven steps to the top. A lifetime of enjoyment when you get there.

Who Is This Home For?
This apartment will resonate most with an over-60s buyer or couple seeking a low-maintenance, high-quality home without sacrificing space or style. Whether you are downsizing from a larger family home and want to hold on to the feeling of generous living, or relocating closer to transport links for family visits, Sheringham Court answers the brief with quiet confidence. The communal gardens, resident lounge, and laundry facilities mean the social infrastructure is there if you want it - but this apartment is complete enough to feel entirely self-contained.

The Building & Setting
Sheringham Court occupies a striking position on East Road, adjacent to Castle Hill, in the heart of Maidenhead. The building itself is a beautiful example of late Victorian architecture - built in 1882, with rich red brick, ornate terracotta detailing, a decorative scrolled entrance pediment, steep pitched rooflines, bay windows, and the kind of craftsmanship that simply does not exist in new-build developments. This is the real thing, sensitively converted, and it gives the development a sense of permanence and kerb appeal that is immediately apparent on arrival. The residential community is exclusively for the over-60s, creating an environment of like-minded neighbours and a calm, considered atmosphere.
Communal spaces include a resident lounge, landscaped gardens, and a shared laundry and utility area - all well-maintained and available to residents as needed. The apartment itself is fully equipped and self-sufficient, making communal spaces a pleasure rather than a necessity.

The Apartment
Entrance Hallway
The entrance hall gives access to all rooms and provides practical storage along the stairway. The top landing has limited headroom in places, as is typical of a characterful penthouse conversion of this kind, but the flow through the apartment is logical and comfortable.

Sitting / Dining Room
The heart of the apartment is this excellent-sized sitting and dining room, a dual-purpose space that handles both functions with room to spare. There is ample space for a full-size dining table and chairs alongside a comfortable seating arrangement - no awkward furniture juggling required. The beautiful dormer window is a particular feature: A wide, light-filled recess that frames the views across the Maidenhead skyline and creates a natural spot for morning coffee or an evening read. Light floods in, and the outlook lifts the room entirely.

Kitchen
The kitchen is a genuinely characterful space, shaped by the dramatic sweep of the Victorian roofline that gives it a warm, intimate attic feel entirely its own. Fitted in matt cream shaker-style units with rich walnut-effect worktops, the room wraps in a generous L-shape providing a good run of preparation and storage space. A classic black and white checkerboard tiled splashback adds a playful retro note that suits the building’s personality perfectly. Appliances include a Zanussi ceramic hob and electric oven and an integrated washing machine. The dormer window is the jewel of the room - flooding the kitchen with natural light and framing a lovely outlook over Maidenhead’s rooftops, greenery and the magnificent mature cedar tree that stands sentinel in the grounds below, with a breakfast table tucked into the bay creating the most natural spot imaginable for a quiet morning. The roofline introduces a section of reduced head height which, far from being a drawback, is simply part of the character that makes this kitchen entirely unlike any other.

Principal Bedroom
A large double room that comfortably accommodates a full bedroom suite, the principal bedroom benefits from built-in cabinets and drawers providing well-organised storage, with further storage available in the adjoining store room. The addition of skylight windows introduce a second source of natural light, giving the room an airy, open quality that lifts it above the ordinary. A genuinely restful space.

En-Suite Shower Room
The en-suite is luxurious in both finish and feel. Floor-to-ceiling marble-effect tiling in white and grey creates a sleek, contemporary environment, and the good-sized walk-in shower is beautifully appointed. This is a bathroom that has been done properly - a real asset to the principal bedroom.

Store Room
Accessed from the principal bedroom, this useful store room provides a good amount of additional storage space. The low ceiling follows the sweep of the Victorian roofline, and at its far end sits an original circular porthole window - a rare architectural detail that brings natural light into the space and is entirely unique to this building.

Bedroom Two
A second generous double room, fitted with built-in wardrobes and cabinets, with a lovely bay window featuring a window seat and storage drawers beneath - looking out over the rooftops and a beautiful avenue of mature lime trees. Light, well-proportioned, and a genuinely pleasant room to spend time in.

Family Bathroom
Accessed from the main hallway, the family bathroom mirrors the quality of the en-suite in its finish, with the same white and grey marble-effect floor-to-ceiling tiling creating a cohesive, contemporary feel throughout the apartment. A white modern suite comprises a bath with shower over, WC, and basin - a full, properly specified bathroom that serves the apartment and any guests with ease.

Communal Gardens & Facilities
The grounds at Sheringham Court are well-tended and provide a genuine outdoor amenity without any of the maintenance responsibility falling to individual residents. A resident lounge offers a social space if desired, and the shared laundry and utility facility is a practical convenience. The building and its communal areas reflect the pride taken in this development and the community it serves.

Location
Sheringham Court sits in one of Maidenhead’s most convenient positions - on East Road, next to Castle Hill, within easy reach of the town centre, mainline station, and every day-to-day amenity you could need. Maidenhead’s high street, supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants, and cafés are all within comfortable reach on foot.

For connectivity, few locations in the Thames Valley match this. The A4, A404, and M4 place the wider region at your disposal, with the M40 also easily accessible. London Heathrow is approximately 20–25 minutes by car - ideal for residents with family abroad or a love of travel. Maidenhead station offers fast, regular gwr and Elizabeth line services directly into London, making the capital effortlessly accessible.

The surrounding area is rich with some of the most sought-after villages in the Home Counties. Marlow, Cookham, Taplow, and Windsor are all within a short drive, offering riverside walks, outstanding dining, and the distinctive charm of the Thames Valley at its finest.

The Value Case
At £210,000, this apartment represents exceptional value for a buyer who understands what 1,163 square feet at the top of a Victorian building in central Maidenhead actually means. The footprint, the finish, the views, and the location together make a compelling case. For the over-60s buyer seeking a home - not just a property - Sheringham Court deserves to be seen in person.

Essential Information:

EPC Rating Rated G
Tenure Leasehold
Lease Remaining 112 years
Service Charge £320 per calendar month
Ground Rent tbc
Managing Agent Anchor Housing
Council Tax Band C - SL6 1PQ (Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead).
Heating Electric night storage heaters
Parking Available - not allocated
Restrictions Over 60s only
Floor 2nd floor (penthouse) No Lift currently
Internal Area 1,163 sq ft (108.1 sq m)
Note to buyers -

This property is "Legally Prepared" - Thames & Country has collated the documents for the draft contract. Any potential buyer can request these from us, prior to offering. The pack includes Legal Title, Official copy of the Register Title (Property Deeds) Title Plan, Seller's Protocol Forms (Property Information forms) TA6, TA10, Warranties, Guarantees, Planning permission and Building control certificates, Estate or Lease Management packs, Property details and EPC. We endeavour to supply as much of this as we can in our pack.

This seller of this property requires a ‘Reservation Agreement’ to show their commitment to protect any serious buyer while proceeding to exchange of contracts. More info on request.
Thames & Country use Government recommended Reservation Agreement process on all property sales, at the minimum compensation level of upto £10,000 - Buyers would need to pay £900.00 and sellers £900.00.
Lower or Higher compensation can be agreed at the time of sale subject to Buyers and Sellers mutually agreeing compensation Value, and fee split. Full information can be given at any time on request.
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