Ashley Gardens, Shalford, Guildford GU4 8JA

An excellent opportunity for the over 60’s to purchase a two bedroom, two bathroom, first floor flat overlooking the pond and common in Shalford, just a short walk from the village shops.

A security entry system leads into a spacious communal entrance hall from where a lift and stairs rise to the first floor. The flat boasts views over the pond and common to the rear and the tennis courts and village hall to the side.

Upon entering the flat you are greeted with a spacious central hallway and large double storage cupboard. There is also an airing cupboard which houses the hot water tank as well as providing slatted shelving for linen. The flat is heated by Dimplex night storage heaters as well as convector and wall mounted fan heaters. There is double-glazing in the form of the original sealed unit timber windows as well as some replacement double-glazing.

In the entrance hall there is a hatch to the loft space. To the left is a double aspect living/dining room; the window to the side provides a view of the tennis courts and village hall and the windows and Juliet balcony to the rear afford fantastic views of Shalford Common and pond and, to the right, views up to The Chantries. Off the living/dining room an arch leads to the kitchen which again has a window overlooking the tennis courts and comprises a range of matching base and eye level units with cupboards and drawers, under unit lighting and a tiled splash back. There is a built-in 4 ring electric hob with extractor fan above, built-in oven and fridge and space and plumbing for a washing machine.

Off the hallway in the other direction there are two good size bedrooms. The master bedroom features built-in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom and has views of the pond and common, whilst a shower room serves the generous second bedroom which also enjoys the same outlook to the rear. Other benefits include communal gardens, parking for residents and visitors as well as a communal lounge and a laundry room.

Ashley Gardens represents a great opportunity for the over 60’s buyer perhaps looking to downsize or spend part of the year abroad but would like a base in the village. Viewing is highly recommended.

Lease 99 years from new, property 29 years old, approximately 70 years remaining.
Service charge £268.66 pcm/£3,223.92 per annum.
Council Tax Band D.

The extremely pretty village of Shalford provides shopping for everyday needs along with a railway station, post office, village shop, chemist, two pubs, coffee shop, tennis and cricket club. There is an excellent selection of schools in the area including the highly regarded Shalford Infant and Pre-School. The beautiful surrounding countryside offers wonderful walking, riding and cycling opportunities.

Guildford is approximately two miles away and has an extensive range of shopping and leisure facilities including the cinema complex, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, G Live, the Surrey Sports Park and Spectrum Leisure Centre. Guildford main-line station provides a fast and regular service to London Waterloo in approximately 35 minutes. There is a good road network and the A3 gives access to London, the M25 and the national motorway network, Heathrow and Gatwick.