1 bed property for sale

Palace Road, Ripon HG4

Apartment 8 is a beautifully presented one-bedroom ground floor home, perfectly positioned at the rear of Jervaulx with lovely views over the landscaped gardens. A private patio, complete with bistro set, provides the ideal spot to relax outdoors and enjoy the surroundings.

Inside, the welcoming entrance hall includes a useful storage cupboard with washer/dryer. The light-filled lounge and dining area open directly to the patio and feature bespoke storage solutions. The adjoining kitchen is fully fitted with integrated appliances, including oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and ample cupboard space.

The double bedroom benefits from a full-height fitted wardrobe, while the spacious wet room offers underfloor heating, a demist mirror, heated towel rail, and non-slip flooring for added comfort and safety. Window blinds are fitted throughout.

Residents of The Red House enjoy outstanding communal facilities, including a reception hall, elegant lounge and bar, restaurant, library, hair and beauty salon, treatment room, hobbies room, and gym. High ceilings, large windows, and period features create a sense of grandeur throughout, while the beautifully maintained gardens provide peaceful spaces to walk, sit, and unwind.

Charges payable when buying, selling or leaving the property:

A service charge, currently £870.20 per month (£10,442.40 per annum), is payable. This covers external buildings and maintenance, external cleaning of apartment windows, buildings insurance, refuse collection, all communal area maintenance, reserve fund, management fee, daily concierge service, garden and grounds maintenance, and 24-hour on-site staffing. It also includes 1.5 hour’s domestic help each week.

A ground rent of £606.12 per annum is currently payable to erl (Red House Ripon) Limited on all properties for which the original leases were granted before 1 April 2023. Ground rent is payable in advance on 1 October each year and reviewed every five years in line with the Consumer Price Index. The next review will be 1 January 2028.

A Deferred Development Payment of 6%, 8% or 10% of the selling price (occupancy of up to 1 year, 1 to 2 years, and over 2 years respectively) is payable when leaving or selling the property. A Sales Administration Fee of 1.5% of the selling price, plus VAT, is also payable. Further information is available from the Sales Team or the website .

Energy efficiency rating: 84%
Environmental impact rating: 88%
A copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate is available upon request.

EPC Rating: B
Council Tax Band: C

The property benefits from 10-year crl Build Cover from 1 April 2018. The crl paperwork will be provided by the vendor, but a copy of the crl’s guide to this cover is available upon request.

Viewing by appointment only.

EPC Rating: B

Location

Situated close to Ripon’s historic city centre, The Red House offers the perfect balance of tranquillity and convenience. Residents can enjoy easy access to a wide range of local amenities, including independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and essential services. Ripon is renowned for its magnificent cathedral, traditional market square, and regular markets, as well as a strong sense of community.

Beautiful countryside surrounds the city, with the Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just a short drive away, offering endless opportunities for walking and days out. Excellent transport links provide connections to nearby Harrogate, York, and Leeds, making Ripon an ideal base for both relaxation and exploration.