
£190,000
SOLDFlat 17, Bowling Green Court
Introduction
* RETIREMENT DEVELOPMENT FOR RESIDENTS AGED 60 YEARS AND OVER * NO ONWARD CHAIN. A spacious two bedroom first floor apartment forming part of the prestigious Bowling Green Court development along Brook Street, which is ideally located within close proximity to local shops and within easy access to the city centre. The apartment is appointed to a high standard and briefly comprises: reception hallway with store room, living room with window overlooking the communal gardens, fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, bedroom one with walk-in wardrobe, bedroom two with built-in wardrobe and door to interconnecting wet shower room. The property benefits from double glazed windows and has gas fired central heating with recently replaced Worcester boiler. There is a resident’s lounge, manager/duty warden available 24hrs a day, pull cord emergency alarm system and communal maintained gardens. Bowling Green Court comprises of 49 apartments surrounding the St Werburgh’s Parish Centre Bowling Green. There is no onward chain involved in the sale of this property and viewing is highly recommended.
LOCATION

The property is situated on the first floor, and forms part of an exclusive courtyard style development with communal areas. Vehicular access is from Brook Street via a secure gate, whilst pedestrian access is via sliding glass double doors and a secure intercom entry system. There is both lift and staircase access to the upper floors. The development is set within delightful landscaped gardens and is located adjacent to St. Werburgh's Parish Centre and Bowling Club. There is a good range of shops in the immediate vicinity for everyday needs, and the property is situated close to the City centre, with its wide variety of shops and restaurants, pubs and clubs. The railway station and bus interchange are within walking distance and there is easy access is available to the motorways and A55 North Wales expressway.
BOWLING GREEN COURT

Bowling Green Court offers older people the opportunity to retain their independence and improve their quality of life. There are spacious and beautifully decorated communal areas which include a lounge and dining room. The restaurant offers a waitress served three course meal for owners at lunch time, for a modest cost. There are more staff than are generally found in sheltered housing. A manager and team of duty managers work in shifts and someone is always present, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Among many other items, the monthly service charge covers the cost of external maintenance and the upkeep of the grounds as well as 1 ½ hours of domestic assistance each week and for 1 hour devoted to the cleaning of the communal areas. The owners of the apartment at Bowling Green Court constitute their own management company. Each owner holds one share and they are the only shareholders. They are the employers of the staff and have their own board of directors. They employ Retirement Security Ltd as managing agents.
Bowling Green Court opened in 2002 and comprises of 49 spacious apartment. It derives its name from the Bowling Green that it surrounds, which is one of the oldest in the country.
COMMUNAL ENTRANCE
Communal entrance hall with secure entrance door and Manager/Duty Warden's office. Access to stairs and lift to upper floors.
WALKWAY

First Floor: Covered walkway leading to Apartment 17. External electricity meter cupboard. Wooden panelled entrance door with glazed insert, letter box and security peephole to the Entrance Hall.
ENTRANCE HALL

Large hallway with fitted mat, coved ceiling, two ceiling light points, radiator with thermostat, emergency Chubb pull cord system, and digital Worcester thermostatic central heating and hot water controls. Doors to the living room, principal bedroom, bedroom two, wet shower room and store room.
Dimensions
Metric: 4.93m x 1.70m
Imperial: 16’2″ x 5’7″
STORE ROOM
Ceiling light point, fitted shelving, hanging for cloaks, and electrical consumer board.
Dimensions
Metric: 1.09m x 0.91m
Imperial: 3’7″ x 3′
LIVING ROOM

Feature fireplace with composite stone insert and hearth housing an electric coal-effect fire, double glazed window overlooking the communal gardens, coved ceiling with two ceiling light points, two radiators with thermostats, telephone master socket, emergency pull cord, FM+DAB, TV and satellite aerial points, Door to kitchen.
Dimensions
Metric: 4.95m x 4.01m
Imperial: 16’3″ x 13’2″
VIEW

KITCHEN

Fitted with a range of base and wall level units incorporating drawers and cupboards with laminated granite effect worktops. Inset one and half bowl stainless steel sink unit and drainer with mixer tap. Wall tiling to work surface areas with concealed under-cupboard lighting. Fitted four-ring Electrolux ceramic hob with extractor above, built-in Electrolux electric fan assisted oven and grill, integrated fridge/freezer, Electrolux dishwasher, and Beko washer/dryer. Double glazed corner window overlooking the communal gardens, recessed ceiling spotlights, wall cupboard housing a Worcester combination condensing gas fired central heating boiler, radiator with thermostat, and vinyl wood effect flooring.
Dimensions
Metric: 4.14m x 2.44m
Imperial: 13’7″ x 8′
BEDROOM ONE

Double glazed window, radiator with thermostat, coved ceiling, two ceiling light points, telephone point, TV aerial point, emergency pull cord, and built-in cupboard with shelving. Double opening doors to the walk-in wardrobe.
Dimensions
Metric: 3.99m x 2.97m
Imperial: 13’1″ x 9’9″
WALK-IN WARDROBE

With fitted shelving, two hanging rails, and ceiling light point.
Dimensions
Metric: 1.96m x 1.47m
Imperial: 6’5″ x 4’10”
BEDROOM TWO

Double glazed window, radiator with thermostat, coved ceiling, ceiling light point, TV aerial point, emergency pull cord, and built-in double wardrobe with fitted shelving, Connecting door to shower room.
Dimensions
Metric: 3.58m max x 2.64m
Imperial: 11’9″ max x 8’8″
SHOWER ROOM

Comprising: wet shower area with Grohe mixer shower, handrail, fold-down seat and glazed shower screen; pedestal wash hand basin; and low level dual-flush WC. Part-tiled walls, extractor, recessed ceiling spotlights, radiator with thermostat, wet flooring, and emergency pull cord.
Dimensions
Metric: 2.44m x 2.44m
Imperial: 8′ x 8′
OUTSIDE

The development is set within delightful landscaped gardens and is located adjacent to the St Werburgh's Parish Centre and Bowling Club. The apartment is located on the first floor and enjoys a pleasant outlook over the communal gardens. Free car-parking is provided in Bowling Green Court, subject to availability and there are spaces for charging scooters.
SCOOTER CHARGING

DIRECTIONS
From the Agent's Chester office proceed to the Grosvenor roundabout and bear right onto Nicholas Street. Continue along the dual carriageway until reaching the Fountains roundabout. Proceed straight across, passing the Northgate Arena on the left and at the next roundabout take the first exit along Hoole Way. At the traffic lights, turn right and then right again into Brook Street. Bowling Green Court will then be found towards the end of the road on the left hand side adjacent to St. Werburgh's Parish Centre. The apartment is located on the first floor.
AGENT'S NOTES
* Services - mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected.
* The property is on a water meter.
* The apartment benefits form an emergency pull cord system enabling owners to speak to the housekeeper on duty at any time of day or night.
* There is also a Resident's Lounge, Dining Room and Games Room. Ironing and laundry facilities are available.
* There is a 'guest suite' available (subject to a charge).
* Residents must be aged 60 or over.
COUNCIL TAX
* Council Tax Band D - Cheshire West and Chester.
TENURE
* Tenure - understood to be leasehold for 125 years from 2002.
* Service charge - the current service charge is £653.60 per month (for standing order) for 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2024.
* Operator's: Owners management company and managing agent: Bowling Green Court (Chester) Ltd. We are advised this is a not for profit organisation.
* Freeholder Retirement Security Ltd.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
* Duty manager on site 24hrs a day
* Gardening costs
* Daily checks that you are safe and well
* Building maintenance
* Building insurance
* Redecoration/re-furnishing communal areas
* Cleaning of all communal areas
* Laundry room for owners to use
* Window cleaning inside and outside
* Apartment cleaning 1.5hrs per week
* Managing agent's fees
* Fund for future maintenance
TRANSFER PREMIUM
There is a transfer premium payment at different lengths of ownership. Period up to 1 year 1%, 1-2 years 2%, 2 years or more 3% based on the sale price.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation before we can confirm the sale in writing. There is an administration charge of £30.00 per person payable by buyers and sellers, as we must electronically verify the identity of all in order to satisfy Government requirements regarding customer due diligence. We would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
EXTRA SERVICES
Mortgage referrals, conveyancing referral and surveying referrals will be offered by Cavendish Estate Agents. If a buyer or seller should proceed with any of these services then a commission fee will be paid to Cavendish Estate Agents Ltd upon completion.
MATERIAL INFORMATION REPORT
The Material Information Report for this property can be viewed on the Rightmove listing. Alternatively, a copy can be requested from our office which will be sent via email.
PRIORITY INVESTOR CLUB
If you are considering purchasing this property as a buy to let investment, our award winning lettings and property management department offer a preferential rate to anyone who purchases a property through Cavendish and lets with Cavendish. For more information contact Lettings Manager, David Adams on 01244 401440 or david.adams@cavendishrentals.co.uk
VIEWING
By appointment through the Agents Chester Office 01244 404040
FLOOR PLANS - included for identification purposes only, not to scale.
PS/PMW
LOCATION

The property is situated on the first floor, and forms part of an exclusive courtyard style development with communal areas. Vehicular access is from Brook Street via a secure gate, whilst pedestrian access is via sliding glass double doors and a secure intercom entry system. There is both lift and staircase access to the upper floors. The development is set within delightful landscaped gardens and is located adjacent to St. Werburgh's Parish Centre and Bowling Club. There is a good range of shops in the immediate vicinity for everyday needs, and the property is situated close to the City centre, with its wide variety of shops and restaurants, pubs and clubs. The railway station and bus interchange are within walking distance and there is easy access is available to the motorways and A55 North Wales expressway.
BOWLING GREEN COURT

Bowling Green Court offers older people the opportunity to retain their independence and improve their quality of life. There are spacious and beautifully decorated communal areas which include a lounge and dining room. The restaurant offers a waitress served three course meal for owners at lunch time, for a modest cost. There are more staff than are generally found in sheltered housing. A manager and team of duty managers work in shifts and someone is always present, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Among many other items, the monthly service charge covers the cost of external maintenance and the upkeep of the grounds as well as 1 ½ hours of domestic assistance each week and for 1 hour devoted to the cleaning of the communal areas. The owners of the apartment at Bowling Green Court constitute their own management company. Each owner holds one share and they are the only shareholders. They are the employers of the staff and have their own board of directors. They employ Retirement Security Ltd as managing agents.

Bowling Green Court opened in 2002 and comprises of 49 spacious apartment. It derives its name from the Bowling Green that it surrounds, which is one of the oldest in the country.
COMMUNAL ENTRANCE

Communal entrance hall with secure entrance door and Manager/Duty Warden's office. Access to stairs and lift to upper floors.
WALKWAY

First Floor: Covered walkway leading to Apartment 17. External electricity meter cupboard. Wooden panelled entrance door with glazed insert, letter box and security peephole to the Entrance Hall.
ENTRANCE HALL

Large hallway with fitted mat, coved ceiling, two ceiling light points, radiator with thermostat, emergency Chubb pull cord system, and digital Worcester thermostatic central heating and hot water controls. Doors to the living room, principal bedroom, bedroom two, wet shower room and store room.
Dimensions
Metric: 4.93m x 1.70m
Imperial: 16’2″ x 5’7″
STORE ROOM

Ceiling light point, fitted shelving, hanging for cloaks, and electrical consumer board.
Dimensions
Metric: 1.09m x 0.91m
Imperial: 3’7″ x 3′
LIVING ROOM

Feature fireplace with composite stone insert and hearth housing an electric coal-effect fire, double glazed window overlooking the communal gardens, coved ceiling with two ceiling light points, two radiators with thermostats, telephone master socket, emergency pull cord, FM+DAB, TV and satellite aerial points, Door to kitchen.
Dimensions
Metric: 4.95m x 4.01m
Imperial: 16’3″ x 13’2″
VIEW

KITCHEN

Fitted with a range of base and wall level units incorporating drawers and cupboards with laminated granite effect worktops. Inset one and half bowl stainless steel sink unit and drainer with mixer tap. Wall tiling to work surface areas with concealed under-cupboard lighting. Fitted four-ring Electrolux ceramic hob with extractor above, built-in Electrolux electric fan assisted oven and grill, integrated fridge/freezer, Electrolux dishwasher, and Beko washer/dryer. Double glazed corner window overlooking the communal gardens, recessed ceiling spotlights, wall cupboard housing a Worcester combination condensing gas fired central heating boiler, radiator with thermostat, and vinyl wood effect flooring.
Dimensions
Metric: 4.14m x 2.44m
Imperial: 13’7″ x 8′
BEDROOM ONE

Double glazed window, radiator with thermostat, coved ceiling, two ceiling light points, telephone point, TV aerial point, emergency pull cord, and built-in cupboard with shelving. Double opening doors to the walk-in wardrobe.
Dimensions
Metric: 3.99m x 2.97m
Imperial: 13’1″ x 9’9″
WALK-IN WARDROBE

With fitted shelving, two hanging rails, and ceiling light point.
Dimensions
Metric: 1.96m x 1.47m
Imperial: 6’5″ x 4’10”
BEDROOM TWO

Double glazed window, radiator with thermostat, coved ceiling, ceiling light point, TV aerial point, emergency pull cord, and built-in double wardrobe with fitted shelving, Connecting door to shower room.
Dimensions
Metric: 3.58m max x 2.64m
Imperial: 11’9″ max x 8’8″
SHOWER ROOM

Comprising: wet shower area with Grohe mixer shower, handrail, fold-down seat and glazed shower screen; pedestal wash hand basin; and low level dual-flush WC. Part-tiled walls, extractor, recessed ceiling spotlights, radiator with thermostat, wet flooring, and emergency pull cord.
Dimensions
Metric: 2.44m x 2.44m
Imperial: 8′ x 8′
OUTSIDE

The development is set within delightful landscaped gardens and is located adjacent to the St Werburgh's Parish Centre and Bowling Club. The apartment is located on the first floor and enjoys a pleasant outlook over the communal gardens. Free car-parking is provided in Bowling Green Court, subject to availability and there are spaces for charging scooters.
SCOOTER CHARGING

DIRECTIONS

From the Agent's Chester office proceed to the Grosvenor roundabout and bear right onto Nicholas Street. Continue along the dual carriageway until reaching the Fountains roundabout. Proceed straight across, passing the Northgate Arena on the left and at the next roundabout take the first exit along Hoole Way. At the traffic lights, turn right and then right again into Brook Street. Bowling Green Court will then be found towards the end of the road on the left hand side adjacent to St. Werburgh's Parish Centre. The apartment is located on the first floor.
AGENT'S NOTES

* Services - mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected.
* The property is on a water meter.
* The apartment benefits form an emergency pull cord system enabling owners to speak to the housekeeper on duty at any time of day or night.
* There is also a Resident's Lounge, Dining Room and Games Room. Ironing and laundry facilities are available.
* There is a 'guest suite' available (subject to a charge).
* Residents must be aged 60 or over.
COUNCIL TAX

* Council Tax Band D - Cheshire West and Chester.
TENURE

* Tenure - understood to be leasehold for 125 years from 2002.
* Service charge - the current service charge is £653.60 per month (for standing order) for 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2024.
* Operator's: Owners management company and managing agent: Bowling Green Court (Chester) Ltd. We are advised this is a not for profit organisation.
* Freeholder Retirement Security Ltd.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?

* Duty manager on site 24hrs a day
* Gardening costs
* Daily checks that you are safe and well
* Building maintenance
* Building insurance
* Redecoration/re-furnishing communal areas
* Cleaning of all communal areas
* Laundry room for owners to use
* Window cleaning inside and outside
* Apartment cleaning 1.5hrs per week
* Managing agent's fees
* Fund for future maintenance
TRANSFER PREMIUM

There is a transfer premium payment at different lengths of ownership. Period up to 1 year 1%, 1-2 years 2%, 2 years or more 3% based on the sale price.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS

Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation before we can confirm the sale in writing. There is an administration charge of £30.00 per person payable by buyers and sellers, as we must electronically verify the identity of all in order to satisfy Government requirements regarding customer due diligence. We would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
EXTRA SERVICES

Mortgage referrals, conveyancing referral and surveying referrals will be offered by Cavendish Estate Agents. If a buyer or seller should proceed with any of these services then a commission fee will be paid to Cavendish Estate Agents Ltd upon completion.
MATERIAL INFORMATION REPORT

The Material Information Report for this property can be viewed on the Rightmove listing. Alternatively, a copy can be requested from our office which will be sent via email.
PRIORITY INVESTOR CLUB

If you are considering purchasing this property as a buy to let investment, our award winning lettings and property management department offer a preferential rate to anyone who purchases a property through Cavendish and lets with Cavendish. For more information contact Lettings Manager, David Adams on 01244 401440 or david.adams@cavendishrentals.co.uk
VIEWING

By appointment through the Agents Chester Office 01244 404040
FLOOR PLANS - included for identification purposes only, not to scale.
PS/PMW

















