Excellent one-bed GARDEN APARTMENT but in an elevated position with easy access to the FABULOUS COMMUNAL FACILITIES of this retirement living development for the over 55's

Introduction: - This spacious apartment at Stover Court is located on the ground floor and conveniently positioned for access to all the superb development facilities. This is a really comfortable and welcoming one bedroomed apartment having a spacious living room with French doors to a very pleasant terrace looking onto a small section of the gardens of the development. There is a well fitted kitchen complete with integrated appliances and a modern bathroom with a level access shower. The property benefits from economical underfloor heating hence freeing up valuable wall space and a sophisticated Vent Axia heat exchange system. Private car parking is available with a yearly permit at an annual charge of around £250 per annum for which there may be a waiting list.

Constructed in 2013 by award-winning retirement home specialists McCarthy and Stone, Stover Court is a 'Retirement Living' development providing a lifestyle living opportunity for the over 55's and designed for independent living with the peace-of-mind provided by the day-to-day support of our excellent House Manager. The property partly converted from the old Hospital is ideally located within a very short walk of a Sainsbury's store, excellent Doctors Surgery, Pharmacy and the amenities of the Town centre. The development enjoys excellent communal facilities including a homeowner's lounge, laundry, scooter store, stunning landscaped courtyard gardens with an unmistakable French flavour. All apartments are equipped with a 24-hour emergency call facility and sophisticated intercom system providing both a visual and verbal link to the main development entrance. There is also the excellent guest suite widely used by visiting family and friends for which a small charge of £25 per night applies.

It's so easy to make new friends and to lead a busy and fulfilled life at Stover Court; there are always plenty of activities to choose from bringing neighbours and friends together on a regular basis. Whilst there is something for everyone there is certainly no obligation to participate and home owners can 'dip in and out' of activities as they wish.

Entrance Hall: - With a solid Oak-veneered entrance door with spy-hole, security intercom system that provides both a visual (via the home-owners TV) and verbal link to the main development entrance door. Emergency pull cord, walk-in boiler cupboard with light and ample shelving and housing both the Gledhill boiler supplying domestic hot water and concealed 'Vent Axia' heat exchange unit.

Living Room: - A welcoming room with an attractive triple-glazed French doors opening onto a very pleasant patio area with attractive raised flower beds. There is a focal point fireplace with a modern remote controlled electric fire with both a flame an embers effect. A feature glazed panelled door leads to the kitchen.

Kitchen: - With a triple-glazed window. There is an excellent range of 'Maple effect' fronted fitted wall and base units with additional cupboards having contrasting laminate worktops incorporating a stainless steel inset sink unit. Integrated appliances comprise; a four-ringed ceramic hob with a stainless-steel chimney extractor hood over, built-in single oven and concealed fridge and freezer. Extensively tiled splash-backs and fully tiled floor.

Bedroom: - A super double bedroom with a triple-glazed picture window, walk-in wardrobe with light, ample hanging space and shelving. Two ceiling light fittings.

Wet Room/W.C. - Modern white suite comprising of a close-coupled WC, vanity wash-hand basin with cupboard unit below and worktop over with mirror, strip light and shaver point, walk-in level access shower with a thermostatically controlled adjustable shower. Fully tiled walls and floor, electric heated towel rail, emergency pull cord.

Outside: - The Living Room provides access to a very pleasant patio area with attractive raised flower beds. A perfect outdoor space with absolutely no concerns about gardening!

Lease: - 125 yrs from 1st June 2013

Ground Rent: - Ground rent: £425 per annum
Ground rent review date: 1st June 2028

Service Charge: - The Service Charge covers the expense of:
. 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
To find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service charge: £2,604.48 per annum (for financial year end 31/03/2024).