About this property

Property Summary

Enjoying lovely views to the west across Ilkley Bowling Green towards the moors beyond, this attractively presented, triple aspect one bedroom apartment provides very comfortable retirement living ideally placed for Ilkley’s comprehensive central amenities.

Property Description

Ilkley’s Listers Arms Hotel closed its doors for the final time in 1989 – the original building and grounds being subsequently developed into the bespoke retirement scheme which we see today – a very popular and well-regarded location set amidst attractive communal grounds and yet only a few minutes’ walk away from The Grove and other local shopping.

Apartment 33 occupies a very desirable position on the second floor, with the accommodation having the advantage of triple aspects including some lovely far reaching views to the west across Ilkley Bowling Club towards the moors beyond. The accommodation is attractively presented and well-suited to the needs of an individual or couple, with a good sized double bedroom having fitted wardrobes and an adjacent shower room. The principal space includes a very pleasant living room, whilst beyond is a kitchen with integrated storage cupboards as well as electric cooking equipment comprising an oven/hob and hood.

There are a broad range of amenities within Lister Court including a residents’ lounge, kitchen and laundry. Access to the development is by way of a video door entry system.

Ilkley itself occupies a beautiful location in the heart of Wharfedale and is well known for its bustling and colourful shopping environment as well as a broad range of restaurants, cafes and tea rooms. Additional amenities include a popular theatre, cinema as well as a medical centre and numerous sports clubs. There are good road links with the regions business centres and from the central station there are frequent services throughout the day into both Leeds and Bradford.

Agent's notes:
The tenure of the property is leasehold being held on the balance of a 99 year lease granted on 26th June 1992.
The annual service charge is reviewed each March and for 2025/2026 amounts to £3546.84 paid at £295.57 per calendar month.
The service charge includes the cost of building insurance, cleaning, decorating and lighting of the common areas, external window cleaning, the servicing and maintenance of the lift, gardening and the services of a resident manager.

The property is located within a conservation area.

Services:
Mains electricity, water and drainage are installed. Gas fired central heating provided by communal boilers.