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Map1 bedroom apartment for sale
Norton Place, Icknield Way, Baldock SG7 5AN
Retirement
Energy Efficient
Pet Friendly
Apartment
1 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: B
Key information
Tenure: Leasehold
Service charge: £9,255.58 per annum
Council tax, if payable: Band C
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1800Mbps *
Mobile signal:
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Features and description
- On-site restaurant serving freshly cooked meals daily
- Communal Lounge where social events take place
- Landscaped Gardens
- 24 - hour Estate Manager for peace of mind
- Pet Friendly
- Guest Suite for visiting family & friends
- Lifts to all floors
- Energy Efficient
One bedroom GROUND FLOOR apartment situated within Norton Place, McCarthy Stones new retirement living plus development. The apartment is conveniently located close to the communal lounge, onsite bistro and development entrance.
*Entitlements Advice and Part Exchange available - speak to your Property Consultant for more information*
Summary - Norton Place is a Retirement Living PLUS development comprising of 57 elegant retirement apartments with 24 one-bedroom and 33 two-bedroom properties. This fine collection of age-exclusive apartments is a must-see for those seeking retirement living in in a fantastic location and is facilitated to provide its homeowners with extra care. An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment. There are a range of flexible personal care packages to suit your requirements - these are provided by the onsite CQC registered care agency team. For your reassurance the development is fitted with 24-Hour CCTV and a secure entry system.
Away from the privacy of your apartment, Norton Place features a selection of social areas, including the homeowners lounge and gardens. There is also a fantastic Bistro style restaurant serving meals every day of the year, complete with table service in addition to offering coffees and snacks throughout the day. For visitors who want to stay overnight, there is a guest suite available, making longer visits easy.
Local Area - Situated within close proximity to the centre of the charming, historic market town of Baldock, Hertfordshire, in a fantastic location next to Ivel Springs nature reserve. Just a short stroll away you’ll find a bustling town centre with a good mix of independent shops, restaurants and cafes and there’s great range of facilities and fitness classes, including yoga, at the nearby Knights Templar Sports Centre. The area also boasts excellent transport links with direct trains to Cambridge, London King’s Cross station, and Luton Airport just 16 miles away.
Entrance Hall - Front door with spy hole leads into the entrance hall. A wall mounted emergency call module. Further safety features consist of a smoke detector and secure entry system. Doors opening to a good sized walk-in storage cupboard, which contains the electric meter, the air handing unit, alarm, shelving and space for storage. Further doors lead to the lounge/kitchen, bedrooms and wet room.
Lounge - A bright lounge with a large window allowing lots of natural light to flood in. The room comfortably accommodates a dining area. Additional features include telephone and Sky connectivity points, raised-height power sockets, and two ceiling light fittings. Leads onto an open plan kitchen.
Kitchen - A beautifully modern fitted kitchen with a range of sleek white matte finish base and wall units with decorative copper handles. Single sink unit with drainer and mixer tap. Integrated Bosch electric oven and microwave above, and ceramic four ringed hob with extractor hood above. Integral fridge and freezer. Central ceiling and under pelmet lighting.
Bedroom - A generous sized double bedroom a built in mirror fronted wardrobe with sliding doors. TV and phone point, raised height power points, ceiling light and emergency pull cord.
Wet Room - Full wet room with slip-resistant flooring, tiled walls and fitted with a modern suite comprising; level access shower with hand-rail and curtain, low level WC, vanity storage unit with wash basin and illuminated mirror above. Emergency pull cord. Chrome electric heated towel rail to wall and central ceiling light.
Sevice Charge - What your service charge pays for:
• Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• CQC Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
• 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in communal areas
• The running costs of the onsite restaurant
• Cleaning of communal areas daily
• Cleaning of windows
• Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds
• Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates
The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.
Annual Service Charge: £8,465 for financial year ending 28/02/2026.
Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to.
Lease Information - Lease: 999 years from 1st January 2023
Moving Made Easy & Additional Information - Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:
• FREE Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to.
• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
• Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.
• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUR WEBPAGE ADDITIONAL SERVICES OR SPEAK WITH OUR PROPERTY CONSULTANT
• Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
*Entitlements Advice and Part Exchange available - speak to your Property Consultant for more information*
Summary - Norton Place is a Retirement Living PLUS development comprising of 57 elegant retirement apartments with 24 one-bedroom and 33 two-bedroom properties. This fine collection of age-exclusive apartments is a must-see for those seeking retirement living in in a fantastic location and is facilitated to provide its homeowners with extra care. An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment. There are a range of flexible personal care packages to suit your requirements - these are provided by the onsite CQC registered care agency team. For your reassurance the development is fitted with 24-Hour CCTV and a secure entry system.
Away from the privacy of your apartment, Norton Place features a selection of social areas, including the homeowners lounge and gardens. There is also a fantastic Bistro style restaurant serving meals every day of the year, complete with table service in addition to offering coffees and snacks throughout the day. For visitors who want to stay overnight, there is a guest suite available, making longer visits easy.
Local Area - Situated within close proximity to the centre of the charming, historic market town of Baldock, Hertfordshire, in a fantastic location next to Ivel Springs nature reserve. Just a short stroll away you’ll find a bustling town centre with a good mix of independent shops, restaurants and cafes and there’s great range of facilities and fitness classes, including yoga, at the nearby Knights Templar Sports Centre. The area also boasts excellent transport links with direct trains to Cambridge, London King’s Cross station, and Luton Airport just 16 miles away.
Entrance Hall - Front door with spy hole leads into the entrance hall. A wall mounted emergency call module. Further safety features consist of a smoke detector and secure entry system. Doors opening to a good sized walk-in storage cupboard, which contains the electric meter, the air handing unit, alarm, shelving and space for storage. Further doors lead to the lounge/kitchen, bedrooms and wet room.
Lounge - A bright lounge with a large window allowing lots of natural light to flood in. The room comfortably accommodates a dining area. Additional features include telephone and Sky connectivity points, raised-height power sockets, and two ceiling light fittings. Leads onto an open plan kitchen.
Kitchen - A beautifully modern fitted kitchen with a range of sleek white matte finish base and wall units with decorative copper handles. Single sink unit with drainer and mixer tap. Integrated Bosch electric oven and microwave above, and ceramic four ringed hob with extractor hood above. Integral fridge and freezer. Central ceiling and under pelmet lighting.
Bedroom - A generous sized double bedroom a built in mirror fronted wardrobe with sliding doors. TV and phone point, raised height power points, ceiling light and emergency pull cord.
Wet Room - Full wet room with slip-resistant flooring, tiled walls and fitted with a modern suite comprising; level access shower with hand-rail and curtain, low level WC, vanity storage unit with wash basin and illuminated mirror above. Emergency pull cord. Chrome electric heated towel rail to wall and central ceiling light.
Sevice Charge - What your service charge pays for:
• Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• CQC Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
• 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in communal areas
• The running costs of the onsite restaurant
• Cleaning of communal areas daily
• Cleaning of windows
• Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds
• Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates
The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.
Annual Service Charge: £8,465 for financial year ending 28/02/2026.
Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to.
Lease Information - Lease: 999 years from 1st January 2023
Moving Made Easy & Additional Information - Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:
• FREE Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to.
• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
• Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.
• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUR WEBPAGE ADDITIONAL SERVICES OR SPEAK WITH OUR PROPERTY CONSULTANT
• Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
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About this agent
Let our experience enhance your experience of later life. We've been building outstanding apartments in prime locations for 40 years to suit all lifestyles and stages of retirement. All our properties are designed to make living easier and are built to high standards - just two of the reasons we've been awarded the 5-star rating for customer satisfaction in an independent survey by the Home Builders Federation every year since the awards began.