1 bedroom retirement property for sale

A spacious 1 bedroom second floor ‘house managed’ apartment, within a prestigious town centre development. No onward chain.

Summary of Accommodation

*COMMUNAL RECEPTION HALL * LIFT AND STAIRCASE TO SECOND FLOOR * PERSONAL FRONT DOOR TO PRIVATE RECEPTION HALL * LIVING ROOM * CUSTOM BUILT KITCHEN WITH A VARIETY OF APPLIANCES * BEDROOM WITH BUILT-IN WARDROBE * FULLY TILED SHOWER ROOM/W.C. * ELECTRIC CENTRAL HEATING * COMMUNAL FACILITIES INCLUDE RESIDENTS LOUNGE, KITCHEN AREA, GARDENS AND PARKING * COVERED MOBILITY SCOOTER STORE INCLUDING CHARGE POINT * NEW CARPETS THROUGHOUT *

DESCRIPTION AND CONSTRUCTION
King Edgar Lodge forms part of the Churchill Retirement Homes new Autograph Collection of smaller more exclusive developments with interior design by the renowned Jane Clayton Design Company. The development is a mix of 25 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in immediate proximity of Ringwood centre. A guest suite is available for friends and family to stay in, bookable through Lodge Manager for a small fee. The Lodge Manager also regularly organises and hosts a range of very popular social gatherings and events fostering a friendly community spirit.

SITUATION
King Edgar Lodge is located within a short walk of Greyfriars community centre's many clubs classes and societies designed for all interests and abilities. Also close-by is Ringwood Library, the Furlong shopping centre, medical facilities, the Castleman Nature Trail and is centrally located within the immediate proximity of Ringwood centre which has a weekly street market, in addition to comprehensive shopping, leisure and community facilities The A31 and A338 provide transportational links to the main centres of Bournemouth (12 miles), Southampton (16 miles) and Salisbury (18 miles). The open New Forest is within 2 miles distant.

DIRECTIONAL NOTE
From the town centre car park leave in a southerly direction along the Mansfield Road passing 2 sets of pedestrian traffic lights. At the first mini-roundabout, adjacent to Greyfriars community centre, bear left onto the Christchurch Road, whereupon King Edgar Lodge is a short distance along on the left hand side.

SITUATION
The property is centrally located within the immediate proximity of Ringwood centre which has a weekly street market, in addition to comprehensive shopping, leisure and community facilities. The A31 and A338 provide transportational links to the main centres of Bournemouth (12 miles), Southampton (16 miles) and Salisbury (18 miles). The open New Forest is within 2 miles distant.

DIRECTIONAL NOTE
From the town centre car park leave in a southerly direction along the Mansfield Road passing 2 sets of pedestrian traffic lights. At the first mini-roundabout, adjacent to Greyfriars community centre, bear left onto the Christchurch Road, whereupon King Edgar Lodge is a short distance along on the left hand side.

THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

COMMUNAL FRONT DOOR TO: COMMUNAL RECEPTION HALL WITH STAIRS AND LIFT TO SECOND FLOOR. PERSONAL FRONT DOOR TO:

PRIVATE RECEPTION HALL: Smoke detector. Wall thermostat. Wall mounted controls for entry phone and Careline 24/7 helpline. Large walk-in linen cupboard housing PulsaCoil Eco electric water storage cupboard, plus cold water header tank, RCD fuse box, electricity meter, slatted shelves, wall thermostat and immersion heater.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, GLAZED INTERNAL DOOR TO:

LIVING ROOM: 16’9” (5.13m) x 9’8” (2.96m). Aspect to the south west. Double glazed picture window overlooking communal gardens, Christchurch Road and Ringwood skyline, electric panel heater with thermostatic control. Satellite TV and telephone connections. 2 ceiling light points. Glazed internal door to:

KITCHEN: 7’8” (2.36m) x 7’4” (2.24m). Comprehensively fitted custom built kitchen units comprising wall to wall laminate work surface with inset single bowl, single drainer stainless steel sink unit with h & c mixer. Range of floor storage cupboards and drawers beneath. Integrated fridge. Separate freezer. The work surface extends on the return wall and incorporates a Zanussi 4 burner electric hob with 3 speed canopy extractor fan above. Additional floor storage cupboards and drawers. Integrated Zanussi washer dryer. Zanussi electric oven with storage cupboards above and beneath. Matching range of eye level store cupboards. Ceramic tiled wall surrounds. Above counter lighting. Dimplex wall heater. Down lights.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

BEDROOM: 15’7” (4.77m) maximum into window bay x 10’9” (3.30m). Aspect to the south west. Double glazed bay window overlooking communal gardens, Christchurch Road and Ringwood sky-line. Without loss of measurement to the room double built-in floor to ceiling mirror fronted wardrobe with hanging rail and shelf. Electric panel heater with thermostatic control. Satellite TV and radio point. Telephone point. Hatch to loft area.

FROM THE RECEPTION HALL, DOOR TO:

SHOWER ROOM/W.C.: 6’6” (2.01m) x 6’5” (1.98m). Fully tiled walls. Complementing the white suite comprising basin set in vanity surround with h & c mixer. Floor storage cupboard beneath. Low level w.c. with concealed cistern. Display counter above. Larger corner walk-in cubicle with thermostatic shower. Chrome vertical heated towel rail. Illuminated medicine cabinet mirror and shaver point. Down lights. Extractor.

OUTSIDE:
The property has the benefit of use of the communal gardens. The parking is on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

LEASE INFORMATION: Lease term: 125 years from 1st February 2016.
Ground rent £575
Service charge: £2749.10 /year, Service charge percentage uplift 3.40% /yr
King Edgar Lodge is managed by Millstream Management Services in conjunction with Churchill Retirement Living. An owner is required to be over the age of 60 with any 2nd owner over the age of 55. A guest suite is available for visitors and use of over 150 guest suites in retirement lodges across the country, owned by the same organisation. Prices are available on request from the Lodge Manager. Service Charge includes Careline system, buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates, communal cleaning, utilities maintenance, garden maintenance, lift maintenance and lodge manager, designated handyman to support with household DIY tasks (small additional fee required). Included within the service charge is the domestic room heating, whilst the cost of the domestic hot water is charged individually ( per flat )
A 1% contribution of the final selling price to the contingency fund is payable by the seller upon completion of the sale of the property.
King Edgar Lodge has been designed with safety and security in mind. The apartment has an emergency Careline system installed and monitored by the ‘on site’ Lodge Manager during the day and 24 hours/ 365 days a year by the Careline team. A Careline integrated intruder alarm, secure video entry system, sophisticated fire and smoke detection systems are positioned throughout both the apartment & communal areas. There is a buggy store with charging points.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: C (not included in the service fee)

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