Kinglake Drive, Taunton, TA1 3RR
Listed 26 Dec 2025 · price reduced 8 Jul 2026 · Taunton
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Key features
- Retirement Apartment for over 60s - Independent Living
- Top Floor Two bedroom Apartment
- Fantastic Communal Areas
- Great on Site Facilities - Restaurant, Village Shop, Fitness Suite, Hair Salon etc
- Lift Access in Building
- Community Led Activities
- Located in Close Proximity to Vivary Park
About this home
SUMMARY Spacious Top-Floor apartment with stunning views in a popular independent living retirement village. Features open-plan living, modern kitchen, bay-window seating area and master with en-suite. Enjoy landscaped gardens and on-site amenities including restaurant, bar, fitness suite, shop etc.
DESCRIPTION Set within a desirable location, residents enjoy beautifully landscaped and maintained gardens and an impressive range of amenities, including a restaurant, bar, fitness suite, hair salon, village shop, guest accommodation, and a lively calendar of social events. Discover this bright and spacious two-bedroom apartment, perfectly positioned on the top floor with sweeping views of the picturesque Village Green and the dual aspect of the property also gives stunning views towards the Blackdown Hills. Access is secure and convenient via an automated entrance, with both lift and stair options available. Inside, the property offers a generous reception hall leading to an inviting open-plan living space. The lounge and dining area flow effortlessly into a modern kitchen featuring integrated appliances. A charming bay-windowed seating nook creates a tranquil spot to unwind. The master bedroom boasts fitted wardrobes and a en-suite shower room. Completing the accommodation is the second bedroom which is of a good size and offers versatility. The property is offered to the market with NO ONWARD CHAIN. Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.
Agents Note Restrictions on keeping boats, caravans or mobile homes on site and restrictions for holiday home use.
Owners of retirement Villages lease are required to pay an assignment fee of up to 12.5%of the property's resale value, either at the time of purchase or upon resale. For full financial details , please contact the Village Manager.
Entrance Hall Door opens into L-shaped hallway. Airing cupboard, storage cupboard, radiator. Alarm system for 24-hour emergency assistance.
Lounge/ Diner Double glazed windows to side and front. Open plan to kitchen. TV point, two radiators.
Kitchen The kitchen has a range of wall and base units with work surfaces over. Built in electric hob with extractor fan, double oven, built in fridge/freezer, slim line dishwasher, tiled splash back.
Bedroom One Double glazed window. Fitted double wardrobes, radiator, gentle sloping walls.
Ensuite Wash hand basin, WC, shower cubicle, wall mounted mirror, shaver point, radiator, extractor fan.
Bedroom Two Double glazed window. Built in storage cupboard, radiator, gentle sloping walls.
Bathroom Wash hand basin, WC, Bath with shower attachment, wall mounted mirror, shaver point, radiator, extractor fan.
Parking There is ample parking on site.
We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale. 2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. 3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase. 5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
Property details
- Property type
- Retirement Property
- Council tax band
- D
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 104 years left
- Ground rent
- £0 per year
- Service charge
- £7,296 per year
- Parking
- Communal
- Garden
- Yes
- Heating
- Gas central
- Broadband
- FTTP (fibre to the premises)
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
Floorplan
Location
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- Taunton Station1.1 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in TA1 over the last 12 months: terraced £232k · detached £417k · semi-detached £280k · flat £165k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Semi-detached Leasehold | 30 Jul 2026 | £300,000 |
| Flat 11, Middleway House, Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Flat Leasehold | 21 Apr 2026 | £255,000 |
| Flat 77, Sherford Lodge, Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Flat Leasehold | 10 Feb 2026 | £160,000 |
| Flat 50, Vivary House, Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Flat Leasehold | 2 Feb 2026 | £225,000 |
| Flat 56, Vivary House, Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Flat Leasehold | 14 Oct 2025 | £215,000 |
| Flat 53, Vivary House, Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Flat Leasehold | 4 Sept 2025 | £200,000 |
| Flat 23, Blagdon Lodge, Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Flat Leasehold | 25 Jun 2025 | £180,000 |
| 67 Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Semi-detached Leasehold | 19 Jun 2025 | £270,000 |
| Flat 20, Blagdon Lodge, Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Flat Leasehold | 18 Mar 2025 | £300,000 |
| Flat 79, Sherford Lodge, Kinglake Drive Taunton TA1 3RR | Flat Leasehold | 31 Jan 2025 | £178,000 |
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Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by Fox & Sons, Taunton on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 26 Dec 2025; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 08/07/2026.
Agent disclaimer
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