51 Alexandra Road, Southport, PR9

The Sailings is located in the enviable seaside town of Southport and provides an idyllic lifestyle opportunity for all homeowners.

This apartment is situated on the second floor, accessed via either one of two lifts or the staircase; this apartment is ideally suited with close access to both the activity suite and Guest Suite. The accommodation is presented in excellent decorative condition throughout and boasts a welcoming and open entrance hall, generous living/dining room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite to the main bedroom.

Southport offers a range of leisure and pastime activities. The town is synonymous with golf; Royal Birkdale Golf Club is only 3 miles from the community and holds a special attraction having held the Open Championships 10 times and 2 Ryder Cups. In total Southport boasts 6 golf courses to choose from. Annual events include Southport Air Show, food and drink festivals and the UK’s largest independent flower show features annually as Southport Flower Show. You will find plenty of activities to enjoy whilst at The Sailings which offers a wide ranging and vibrant community.

The community is located approximately 0.8 miles from Southport Railway Station and 1 mile from Meols Cop Railway Station. Local bus routes provide a plethora of options for excursions or daily travel. The town centre is a short stroll from The Sailings and offers a range of local shops, bars, cafes and eateries with notable architecture along the beautiful Lord Street which holds architectural importance.

Entrance Hallway

4' 0" (maximum) x 8' 10" (maximum) (1.22m x 2.69m) Composite door to communal hallway. Double doors opening onto a Utility Area comprising of space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and shelving/storage space. A further storage area housing the energy efficient hot water cylinder. Living room, two bedrooms and bathroom off.

Living Through Dining Room

11' 5" (maximum) x 22' 10" (maximum) (3.48m x 6.96m) uPVC double glazed double doors leading onto the walk on balcony. Electric feature fireplace. Electric storage heater. Kitchen off.

Kitchen

uPVC double glazed window with electric open/close function. A range of wall, drawer and base units with roll top preparation surface incorporating a stainless steel one and half bowl sink with chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer and a four ring electric hob with stainless steel splashback and extraction hood. Chrome recessed downlights.

Principle Bedroom

17' 8" (maximum) x 9' 5" (maximum) (5.38m x 2.87m) uPVC double glazed window. Built in wardrobes. Electric radiator. Ensuite wet room off.

Ensuite Wet Room

6' 1" (maximum) x 8' 3" (maximum) (1.85m x 2.51m) Suite comprising of a level wet room shower, a pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap and inset WC. Anti-slip flooring. Chrome ladder style radiator.

Bedroom Two

11' 9" (maximum) x 12' 4" (maximum) (3.58m x 3.76m) uPVC double glazed window. Fitted wardrobes. Electric Radiator.

Bathroom

8' 2" x 5' 6" (2.49m x 1.68m) Suite comprising of a panel bath with chrome mixer tap, shower attachment and a folding shower screen, a pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap and an inset WC. Complimentary contemporary tiles. Chrome ladder style towel rail.

Understanding the Charges

Service and Well-being Charge Benefits

All homeowners living at The Sailings, Southport will contribute to a Service and Well-being Charge. The high level of care, support and services on offer to enhance quality and enjoyment of life are what make Adlington different. These charges are to provide services such as;

* The provision of a daily restaurant service which enables homeowners to enjoy a delicious freshly prepared meal at exceptionally good value. Two courses from £4 per person, and three courses from £5.25 per person
* Communal cleaning and maintenance
* External window cleaning
* Water usage, buildings insurance and estate management
* 24-hour support everyday, 365 days a year, in case of any emergency, working in tandem with a discreet emergency call system installed in each apartment

Service and Well-being Charges at The Sailings

2024/25 approximate weekly Service and Well-being Charges at The Sailings are;

1 bedroom – £203
2 bedroom – £215
3 bedroom – £226

The Service and Well-being Charge is reviewed annually. It is important to point out that payment of the service charge has to continue even if the apartment is vacant, as it is apportioned between all homeowners in order to maintain the high standard of service.

Ground Rent

Adlington developments provide extensive communal facilities, such as the lounge, restaurant and commercial kitchen, coffee lounge, hairdressing salon, guest suite, staff rooms, management offices and the mobility scooter and bicycle store, as well as landscaped gardens and grounds. It is these facilities along with the 24-hour on-site support which makes your home likely to be suitable for your whole life, without the need to move to a care home. This is a major benefit to well-being, peace of mind and independence and, if it avoids care home fees, also has considerable financial advantages. You will only purchase your own apartment, so in order to recoup the considerable costs of these extensive facilities we levy an annual Ground Rent.

Annual Ground Rent charges 2024:

2 bedroom – £642.88

The Ground Rent is due annually from 1st January and will be reviewed every year in line with the Retail Price Index.

Building Reserve Fund

While the day to day maintenance of the buildings and facilities is covered by the Service and Well-being Charge, which is kept as low as possible to leave homeowners with maximum disposable income, major capital costs and refurbishment are not included.

It is important that maintenance is kept to the highest standards for all to enjoy, and to cover any major works, a fee of 0.25% of your sale price for each year, or part-year, of occupation will be levied when you sell on your apartment and is capped at 10 years. A contribution to the Building Reserve Fund is also collected through the Service and Well-being Charge.

The Building Reserve Fund will build up over time so that money is available to pay for capital costs as they occur e.g replacement lifts, restaurant kitchen equipment, the buildings roof and car park etc. This means that the development is always kept up to the same standard as when you purchased your apartment.