Summary
Location, location, location - this property has all three! It also happens to be a beautiful home that is tastefully decorated and
modern, with wonderful views over the walled garden and your own parking space. This is certainly a property you just simply
have to come and see! EPC B.
Key Features
- Lift serviced second floor retirement apartment (for over 55s)
- Wonderful location overlooking Ham Common and stunning communal grounds
- Two double bedrooms and two bathrooms (one en suite)
- On-site General Manager, allocated parking and bike shed
- Lease: 997 years remaining (as at Oct 2023)
- Annual Service Charge: £4746 (as at Oct 2023)
- Annual Ground Rent: not applicable
- Council Tax Band: E
Full Description
This warm and welcoming second floor retirement apartment (for over 55s) is in an exceptional location overlooking the picturesque, historical Ham Common. It is a wonderful mixture of a calm oasis in beautiful surroundings but within easy reach of all the amenities and shopping opportunities you might want.
Orford Place is a secure, gated development surrounded by natural beauty with lovely walks/cycle lanes along the Thames tow-path. The open spaces of Richmond Park are nearby, as are excellent bus routes to Richmond and Kingston from Ham Common.
The accommodation itself measures over 1000 sq ft and is full of natural light throughout with view overs the pretty formal gardens from the reception areas. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is ideal for entertaining friends and family, whilst the sitting room is a wonderful place for relaxing and taking in the views! There are two double bedrooms, a Jack and Jill bathroom, a further en suite shower room and a large dining hall (which could be used as a study area). The apartment also boasts plenty of storage.
This lift serviced development benefits from an allocated parking space and an on-site General Manager. A lovely sense of community spirit amongst the residents brings some regular get togethers such as a film club, yoga club, a small library/book swap, coffee morning and for those who play, summer table tennis! A club room also provides a space where residents can socialise or relax together, or book for family gatherings.
The gardens of the developments are absolutely stunning and provide a wonderful sense of peace and tranquillity. Residents may also have the opportunity to use some of the vegetable patches to grow their own produce.
Floor Plan
Location
Ham Common is a picturesque recreational amenity with a horses track which crosses the common, linking Richmond Park to the river Thames via the avenue to historic Ham House (National Trust).
Ham pond is the common's focal point and it dates back to when horses used to be watered on the Common. Nowadays the pond attracts children and parents who enjoy feeding the ducks. Community events and cricket matches are often played on the common in the summer, along with the annual Ham Fair.
Two local pubs, The New Inn and The Hand and Flower are situated at two corners of the common and offer a warm welcome to locals and visitors throughout the year.
