St. Swithun Street, Winchester, SO23

The Property:
This well-appointed apartment offers an abundance of natural light throughout and benefits from a secure entrance, communal courtyard garden and is only a short walk from the City Centre and Winchester Cathedral. This retirement home offers a delightful balance of city centre living, whilst benefiting from a quiet location. The sitting room is a bright room with ample space for a dining table and chairs, with a patio door opening to the central courtyard with shrub planters and a water feature. This apartment has the additional offering of a study, which could also double up as an extra storage space if desired, and two recently refurbished shower rooms. Available to over 55's only. The property also benefits from outside storage and an allocated parking space.

The Location:
St. Swithun Street is among one of the most centrally located positions within Winchester 'Old City' and forms one of a network of streets that wrap around the Cathedral. Just to the south of the High Street and located within minutes of the Buttercross, the location also provides excellent access to The Water Meadows and the pleasant walks they afford through the ancient part of the city, Winchester College, and the Cathedral. The city centre and its amenities offer excellent shopping, a varied range of restaurants, cinema, theatre, and sports centre.

Directions:
From the City Centre proceed in a southerly direction along Southgate Street and take the second left into St. Swithun Street. Access is via a footpath immediately on the left of St. Swithun Street.

Tenure:
Leasehold. The lease was extended in 2021 to 159 years from 1987, leaving 122 years remaining. A sum of £205.68 is payable in advance of each half year for Ground Rent. The 2024/25 service charge is £4,391.64, which includes estate and building management, an estate manager on site every morning (Monday-Friday), remote door entry, a 24-hour emergency call system, fire alarm and water rates, and contributes to a Reserves Fund to cover redecoration costs and contingencies. Residents can also use a communal lounge and laundry room. A guest bedroom is available for an additional charge per night.

Viewing:
Strictly by appointment through Belgarum Estate Agents (01962 844460).

Services:
No gas. All other main services are connected.

Council Tax:
Band D (rate for 2024/25 £2,122.28 pa).