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£310,000
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2 bedroom apartment for sale

Connaught Close, Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, B90
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2 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: B*
839 sq ft / 78 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Leasehold
Ground rent: £0 per annum | review period: unconfirmed
Service charge: £0 per annum
Council tax, if payable: Band TBC
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Leasehold
  • McCarthy Stone 'Retirement Living plus'
  • A selection of stylish one and two bedroom apartments
  • Independent living at its finest
  • Ideal location convenient to Shirley shopping centre, local trains, buses and road routes
  • A choice of communal lounge, bar, bistro, and private dining
  • Yoga/Wellness Centre and crafts suite
  • Stunning landscaped gardens and Roof-top terrace
  • In-house managers
  • Various options to buy or rent
  • Ginger working with part-exchange and assisted move schemes
Wheatley Place-McCarthy Stone 'Retirement Lifestyle Plus' A stunning collection of one and two bedroom retirement apartments. Conveniently located within easy reach of Shirley shopping centre, local road/rail conections. Communal lounge/diner, private dining room, wellness suite, craft suite and gardens. Various purchase and rental options.

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PROPERTY IN BRIEF
Ginger are proud to introduce Wheatley Place in Shirley. A newly built and opulent collection of stunning one and two bedroom apartments within this McCarthy Stone ‘Retirement Living Plus’ development for the over 70s. This peaceful and beautifully designed development delivers everything you need for an active and independent retirement lifestyle post 70 years. McCarthy Stone have created this ‘Retirement Living plus’ development to offer a combination of spacious, modern and well-planned apartments incorporating a host of stylish social spaces, gardens, roof top terrace, wellness and activity areas, craft facilities, recreational areas, bar, bistro and dining facilities. Independent living is at the heart of McCarthy Stone and with our retirement population enjoying an active lifestyle at a wiser age, this stunning development has been created to offer you the peace and quiet of your apartment with the opportunity to enjoy the company of similar minded people by (truncated)

LOCAL AREAS
Shirley is a popular and growing suburb of Solihull. A popular area both for families and the older generation with facilities catering for all. Being ideally located to all major roads, motorways and within easy reach of Birmingham Airport and major train stations, making moving around easy. Also, making this development easy for your family to come and visit. The local shopping centre and High Street offers an abundance of independent and chain stores, coffee shops, bars, restaurants as well as major supermarkets. In addition, Shirley Park houses a number of events on a regular basis to go along and enjoy. Shirley is close to Solihull town centre which offers larger town centre amenities, cinema, theatre and a wider choice of restaurants. The local area is surrounded by quiet villages, and bistro pubs and restaurants should you wish to venture out for a pub lunch in the countryside. There is also an abundance of local walks and cycle rides to enjoy.

APARTMENTS IN BRIEF
The development offers a combination of one and two bedroom apartments. Every apartment is spacious, enjoying a welcoming hallway with excellent storage, generous lounge/dining spaces, modern fitted kitchens with integrated appliances, all perfectly placed at the right level for ease of reach, stylish and spacious bedrooms, walk-in wardrobes, bright and modern wet rooms, separate cloakrooms and additional storage.

TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS
The two bedroom apartments offer even more floor space. The moment you step inside, you will be amazed at the size of the hallway, and the distance that it stretches. What we really love about this layout, is that the living accommodation is at one end of the hallway, and the sleeping spaces at the other end. The lounge/diner is a fabulous size, peaceful, tranquil and delivering plenty of space for your multiple sofas to enjoy the company of your friends and family. There is an excellent spot for a good sized breakfast/dining table. In keeping with the development, all the decor is modern adding a sense of relaxation in every room. The ground floor apartments all enjoy French patio doors leading out to your private patio area. The kitchens are stylish, offering a good range of wall and base units with good work-surface space, with plenty of power points around for your small appliances. All having the benefit of integrated appliances with ovens, fridge, freezer, hob and (truncated)

COMMUNAL AREAS
Having independent living at heart, McCarthy Stone have gone to great consideration to design this development, providing an abundance of activities and social meeting areas. Wheatley palace, Shirley enjoys the benefit of a super comfortable and spacious communal lounge/dining area, having the benefit of both a bistro, serving meals throughout the day, with the in-house chef. Or options of having a cup of tea/coffee, or why not take advantage of the bar. There are several relaxation zones around the room to sit with friends, drink coffee and chat the day through, or take time to read a good book. Independent living provides you with the peace of your apartment or the ability to mix with like-minded people. In addition, there is a private dining room, which can be hired for your private parties, special occasions and family events. The development greets you through the electric sliding doors where there is a reception desk, office and staff on-hand throughout working hours.

CRAFT ROOM
Whether you are already a dab-hand in the art world, or you’re seeking to learn new skills, then the arts and craft room is a fantastic facility. Beautifully styled with a fun decor and enjoying the garden views for inspiration. This is the perfect place to meet like-minded residents to enjoy your craft and learn new hobbies to stretch your creative minds.

YOGA AND WELLNESS SUITE
The development enjoys a separate wellness suite. A fantastic facility to keep fit, offering a number of classes for mixed ability, and an opportunity to mix with your fellow residents. Or simply, if you wish to go along lift a few weights and stretch out the body and mind on your own. Either way, this fantastic facility is proving really popular.

WELLNESS SUITE
No need to leave Wheatley Place for a hair-do or touch up. Another great facility in the in-house hair salon.

ROOF-TOP TERRACE
Take the lift to the top floor where you can enjoy an elevated view of the local surroundings. Located on the right elevation of the development to ensure you catch the sunshine to top up your tan. Providing a number of seating areas to sit with your fellow friends or invite family around to enjoy a catch-up, sun bathe or take advantage of the roof-top kitchen.

OUTSIDE SPACE
The development enjoys the benefit of a secure gated car parking facility. In addition, the outdoor space is beautifully landscaped, well-maintained and having in-house gardeners to ensure the delightful outlook from your apartments and communal areas. In addition, there is also a putting green too, perfect your skills before you hit one of the local and popular golf clubs.

USEFUL INFORMATION
We are advised this property is Leasehold, please seek confirmation from your legal representative. Ginger have not checked appliances nor have we seen sight of any building regulations or planning permissions. You should take guidance from your legal representative before purchasing any property. Room sizes and property layout are presented in good faith as a guide only. Although we have taken every step to ensure the plans are as accurate as possible, you must rely on your own measurements or those of your surveyor. Not every room is accounted for when giving the total floor space. Dimensions are generally taken at the widest points. All information we provide is in good faith and as a general guide to the property. Subjective comments in these descriptions imply the opinion of the selling agent at the time these details were prepared. However, the opinions of a purchaser may differ. Details have been verified by the sellers.

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