Three Swans Chequer, Salisbury

About the property

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Welcome to Sarum Lodge, a generously sized and well-maintained one-bedroom ground floor apartment, ideally located in the heart of Salisbury within the desirable Sarum Lodge development. Offering approximately 660 sq ft of internal space, this peaceful and light-filled apartment opens directly onto the beautifully maintained communal gardens and benefits from the full range of facilities provided within the development. Completed in 2018 by Churchill Retirement Living, Sarum Lodge is purpose-built for independent living with support, and includes a Lodge Manager, spacious owners lounge, guest suite, buggy store, lift access to all floors, and some secure gated parking.

A welcoming entrance hall provides access to all rooms and includes a large storage cupboard housing the water system, with additional storage space for linen and coats. The sitting/dining room is bright and generously proportioned, with an electric fire set into a stone-effect surround, and a glazed door leading to the communal gardens.

The kitchen, accessed directly from the sitting room, is fitted with high-gloss grey cabinetry, stone-effect worktops, and a full range of integrated Zanussi appliances including an electric hob, eye-level double oven, washer/dryer, fridge, and freezer. The double bedroom is well-sized and peaceful, featuring a large window with garden views and a built-in mirrored wardrobe.

The contemporary shower room is fully tiled and fitted with a walk-in shower, WC with concealed cistern, wash basin, illuminated mirror, and towel radiator.

The development is located within Salisbury's historic Three Swans Chequer, offering level access to the city's full range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, cafes, leisure and cultural attractions, and the twice-weekly Charter Market in the Market Square. The mainline railway station, with direct services to London Waterloo (approx. 90 minutes), is also within walking distance. Communal areas include a spacious residents lounge, landscaped gardens, a guest suite (available for visitor stays), and an on-site Lodge Manager available weekdays during working hours.

A separate entrance on Rollestone Street leads to secure parking, a buggy store, and a shoppers entrance for easy access to Endless Street. Mains electricity, water, and drainage. Heating and hot water are covered by the service charge. Superfast fibre broadband is available (BT estimate: 70&71Mb download speed).

Lease conditions require at least one resident to be 60 or over; a second occupant must be at least 55.

Lease & Service Charge

There is an annual service charge of C. £3060, payable bi-annually in June & December, this is reviewed in January of each year. The ground rent is C. £600 PA Tenure: Leasehold, remainder of 999 years from 2017

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. Properties in the Lodge also benefit from the use of a guest suite which can be hired for visitors.

Directions

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.

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 and two cinema's. 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.

Services

The property is connected to mains services.