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1 bedroom apartment
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Property description & features
- SOUTH FACING APARTMENT WITH BALCONY
- Stunning Communal Roof Terrace
- House Manager on-site during office hours
- Reading Room + Function RooM
- Homeowners Lounge where social events take place
- 24-Hour emergency call systems
A beautifully presented one bedroom, third floor floor apartment with a walk out balcony, situated within a POPULAR MCCARTHY STONE retirement living development.
Summary - "Nothing but good things to say about George House, Stevenage. Most friendliest and welcoming retirement home I have ever step foot in. Sue the House Manager was absolutely brilliant!"
George House has been designed to support modern living with all apartments featuring walk in wardrobes, Sky+ connection point in lounge, underfloor heating and camera entry system for use with a standard TV. The development has a dedicated House Manager on site during the day to take care of things and make you feel at home. There's no need to worry about the burden of maintenance costs as the service charge covers the cost of all external maintenance, gardening and landscaping, external window cleaning, buildings insurance, water rates and security systems. All energy costs of the homeowners lounge, function room (For hire at £25), reading room, and other communal areas are also covered in the service charge. For your peace of mind the development has TV door entry and 24-hour emergency call systems, should you require assistance.
The Homeowners' lounge with an East and West facing roof terrace provides great space to socialise with friends and family. If your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (usually for a fee of £25 per night - subject to availability) which has an en-suite shower room, tea and coffee making facilities and a TV. The development also features plug for electric cars for residents use and also the disabled visitor parking place.
Everything Close To Hand - The charming town of Old Stevenage has a lot to offer with its historic High Street and pedestrianised centre lined with a variety of shops, cafés and restaurants and other essential amenities. The heart of the town is just a few minutes walk from George House with a Tesco Express to easily meet your daily requirements. For a tasty lunch or coffee with friends visit On the Green restaurant, a beautiful Grade II listed building opposite the bowling green or the elegant Cromwell Hotel - a 16th century farmhouse serving locally sourced foods. Homeowners can enjoy quick and convenient access to surrounding areas including Hitchin, Letchworth, Welwyn Garden City and Knebworth. With a variety of shopping facilities and services in the local town centre, George House will make for an ideal place in which to enjoy your retirement.
Entrance Hall - Solid oak door with spy hole and letter box leads in to entrance hall. The emergency speech module is wall mounted within the hall. Security door entry system. Door to walk in utility room / storage cupboard. Ceiling downlights. All other doors leading to; lounge, bedroom and shower room.
Lounge - The bright and airy lounge benefits from a large full height, double glazed window and patio door leading to covered walk out balcony. The lounge provides ample space for dining. Sky TV point (subscription fees may apply) and telephone points. Two decorative ceiling light points. Raised power points. Part glazed wooden door leading to separate kitchen.
Kitchen - A modern fitted kitchen with a large double glazed window fitted with roller blind and remote opener. Beneath the window sits the stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer. Built in Bosch electric waist heigh oven with matching microwave above, both positioned for minimal bend. Four ringed hob with chrome style splash back and matching extractor hood. Integrated fridge/freezer. A range of white high gloss base and wall storage units. Ceiling and under (wall) unit spot lighting. Ceramic floor tiles.
Bedroom - This generously sized double bedroom with ample space for bedroom furniture, however also has the benefit of a spacious walk in wardrobe with fitted hanging rails and shelving. TV and telephone points. Raise power points. Central ceiling light.
Shower Room - An immaculate modern fitted suite comprising; level access walk in shower with grab rail and fitted screen; WC; vanity unit wash hand basin with storage cupboard beneath and a fitted mirror with light above. Wall mounted heated towel rail. Emergency pull-cord. Ceiling spot lights. Ceramic floor tiles.
Service Charge - .Cleaning of communal windows
.Water rates for communal areas and apartments
.Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
.24-hour emergency call system
.Upkeep of gardens and grounds
.Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas
.Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
.Buildings insurance
The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.
Service charge: £2,458.08 per annum (for financial year ending 30/06/23)
Parking Permit Scheme (Subject To Availability) - The fee is usually £250 per annum, permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Lease Information - Lease Length: 999 years from 1st June 2016
Ground Rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review date: June 2031
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