Three Swans Chequer, Salisbury

About the property

***WATCH THE VIDEO TOUR*** This immaculately presented retirement apartment presents the perfect opportunity for those looking for an independent, yet secure lifestyle in the heart of the city. With all the added benefits of an in-house Lodge Manager, communal gardens, and reception space. This property presents any prospective buyer with an opportunity to utilise Salisbury and all the immediate facilities it has to offer. The accommodation is located on the ground floor of the development comprises a sitting room with private access into the gardens, kitchen with integrated appliances, a double bedroom, and a contemporary shower room. The complex is located in one of the quieter corners of town, although still within a very good distance of amenities. The lodge features communal gardens, an open downstairs reception space, guest suite available upon request and in house social events.

Approach

The main entrance to Sarum Lodge can be found on Rollestone Street with additional access from Endless Street. The main entrance leads directly into the communal reception room which also houses the Lodge Manager's office.

Entrance Hall

Door to the property opens to the carpeted entrance hall. Gives access to the sitting room, the bedroom, and the shower room.

Sitting Room

A carpeted reception room with patio door and adjoining window to the rear. Gives access to the kitchen.

Kitchen

Wood-effect flooring with window to the rear aspect. Offers a range of high and low cabinet units with adjoining worktops incorporating a stainless-steel sink basin with drainer unit, and surrounding splashback tiling. Integrated appliances include a wall-mounted oven with separate four-ring electric hob with extractor hood above, and a fridge/freezer. Also has space for a washing machine.

Bedroom

Carpeted bedroom with window to the rear aspect.

Shower Room

Laminate flooring. Offers a shower cubicle with surrounding splashback tiling, a WC with concealed cistern, a wash hand basin, and a heated towel rail.

Exterior

The patio door from the sitting room open to the communal garden with immediate areas home to a range flora and greenery. The gardens are home to al fresco seating as well as flower bed with a variety of plants and flowers.

Facilities

Sarum Lodge offers its residents a range of amenities. These include the communal sitting rooms with bar, access to the gardens and a lodge manager. Residents will also benefit from the use of a guest suite which can be hired for visitors.

Location

The property is excellently positioned for residents to have easy access to the Salisbury city centre and the Salisbury train station which offers direct commuter links to London Waterloo and the West Country. Salisbury offers a great range of amenities. These include, but are not limited to, supermarkets, high-street shops, bi-weekly markets, copious restaurants, pubs & bars, a theatre, the arts centre, a cinema and renowned state and private schools. These include Bishop Wordsworth's, South Wilts Grammar School, Godolphin School, and Leehurst Swan. Leisure and recreational facilities include the nearby Five Rivers Leisure Centre, private members gymnasiums, a golf club, and recreation grounds. Additionally, Salisbury is well-positioned to offer great road links to the coastal cities of Southampton and Bournemouth, as well as routes into the New Forest.

Lease Details

Between 1st December 2023 and 30th Nov 2024 the combined Ground Rent and service charges have amounted to £3,444.52. Paid twice yearly in December and June. The budget for the year ending May 2025 is £3472.08 per annum (service charge of £2897.08 plus ground rent of £575.00). Tenure: Leasehold, remainder of 999 years from 2017