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SUMMARY
An independent living retirement apartment benefiting from high specification finishes ** First Floor with Balcony Terrace ** 2 Double Bedrooms** Large Living Dining Room** Integrated Kitchen & Contemporary Shower Room** With support at hand if required. SPECIFICALLY FOR THE OVER 55's.
DESCRIPTION
Situated in Holmcroft Court, this immaculately presented retirement apartment for the over 55's is located on the first floor of this highly sought after development, enjoying a private glass balustrade balcony for outdoor seating with excellent views over the well-maintained landscaped communal gardens. Well-appointed and offering spacious accommodation, the apartment comprises welcoming entrance hall, large lounge with balcony terrace, integrated kitchen, two double bedrooms and contemporary shower room, all benefitting from underfloor heating and high-quality finishes.
Built by award-winning developers McCarthy & Stone, Holmcroft Court is located less than a 10-minute level walk to the High Street of Shepton Mallet providing all essential local amenities, whilst the development itself offers a range of facilities including an in house resident manager, careline alarm service, lift access to all floors, residents lounge, a laundry room, guest facilities, communal gardens, and parking, Collett Park is located just across the road from this property providing spacious grounds, pond, bowls club and café, the Leisure Centre is conveniently located, and the cities of Bristol and Bath are located just 18 miles away, easily accessible via the local bus routes and Castle Cary train station situated only six miles away.
A well-serviced and well-connected retirement apartment that definitely deserves to be viewed!
Holmcroft Court
Providing private apartments specifically independent living for those over 55 years of age. Holmcroft Court host an array of facilities for the benefit for the homeowners: a communal lounge offering social activities (however, there is no obligation to participate, and homeowners can be as involved or remain as private as they wish), a lift serving all floors, mobility scooter store, laundry room and a well-maintained landscaped garden with seating areas amongst the mature trees. To provide peace-of-mind, the House Manager will oversee running of the development and there is also a 24-hour emergency call system available for all the apartments as well as the communal areas and grounds. A guest suite is available for family and friends for a charge of £25 per night, which is also available for homeowners when visiting similar developments nationwide.
Entrance Hall
Oak veneered entrance door with spyhole leading into good-sized, welcoming entrance hall providing plenty of space for receiving visitors and walk-in store cupboard for hanging coats plus ample shelving. Security intercom system linked via the home-owners TV to provide a visual plus verbal link to the main development entrance door. Emergency pull cord. Large store/airing cupboard with light, shelving, boiler supplying domestic hot water and concealed 'Vent Axia' heat exchange system. Laminated flooring extending into the inner hallway and living room. Oak veneered doors to all rooms. Part glazed oak door into:
Living Dining Room 10' 2" x 20' 1" ( 3.10m x 6.12m )
Bright and spacious with double-glazed door with glazed side panel and window opening out onto a glazed balustrade sunny balcony, allowing in lots of natural light, and enjoying attractive views over the communal gardens. Ample room for a dining table and chairs. Glazed panelled door to kitchen.
Balcony Terrace
The glazed balustrade is a real feature of the property providing outside space for table and chairs and a vantage to enjoy an outlook over the attractive landscaped communal gardens of Holmcroft Court. Decked with outside light.
Kitchen 7' 3" x 8' 3" ( 2.21m x 2.51m )
With a double-glazed window allowing in lots of natural light and enjoying views over the gardens. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with a range of Oak effect wall and base units with contrasting worktops over inset with a one and a sink drainer with arched kitchen tap over and tiled splashback surrounds. Integrated appliances include an electric four-ringed hob with stainless steel chimney extractor hood over and electric oven with microwave shelving over. Integrated concealed fridge and freezer. Intergated washer/dryer and tiled flooring.
Main Bedroom 9' 6" x 14' 5" ( 2.90m x 4.39m )
This is an excellent sized double bedroom with a double-glazed window enjoying garden views. Built-in double wardrobe providing generous hanging rail and shelving space with sliding doors.
Bedroom Two 9' x 19' 4" ( 2.74m x 5.89m )
Double-glazed window with garden views. Fitted wardrobe and cupboard storage.
Bath & Shower Room 7' 11" x 9' 6" ( 2.41m x 2.90m )
The well-appointed and fully tiled bathroom comprises a 4-piece suite that includes a panelled bath with oak effect side panel and mixer tap over, glass screen walk-in shower with thermostat-controlled shower over, low level WC and vanity wash hand unit with mirror and light over. Heated towel rail. Extractor fan.
Parking & Communal Gardens
The encompassing gardens to Holmcroft Court are beautifully maintained, landscaped with a variety of mature planting, established trees and seating areas. A great communal facility for socialising and entertaining. There is a residential car parking available with a yearly permit at a charge of around £250 per annum.
Services
The Service Charge covers:
• Cleaning of communal and exterior 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
The property falls within a council tax band C. The property is connected to mains electricity, mains water and mains drainage. Both heating and water heating are electric via a fischer heating system. There is a guest suite for guests to stay for around £25 per night. There is residence only parking area with permit costs applicable, access to well-maintained communal grounds and pets are permitted. Please note that this is a retirement property and therefore leasehold managed through ALPHA Housing. It is a 125-year lease as of 2012. For further information regarding ground rent and maintenance charges, please call the office.
Leasehold
Leasehold - Ground Rent £425.00 pa.
125 Years from 2012
Lease details are currently being compiled. For further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
Charlton Road, Shepton Mallet
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Retirement Property
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Key features
- Immaculately Presented First Floor Apartment with Balcony Terrace
- Spacious Living Room & Kitchen with Integrated Appliances
- 2 Double Bedrooms ** Fitted Wardrobes to Main ** Underfloor Heating Throughout
- Conveniently located in Town Centre as well as East Access into Open Countryside
- House Manager ** 24 Hour Emergency CarelineLine
- ** Residents Lounge ** Laundry Room ** Guest Suite
- Independent Living Available to over 55's
- Viewing Highly Recommended
Description
SUMMARY
An independent living retirement apartment benefiting from high specification finishes ** First Floor with Balcony Terrace ** 2 Double Bedrooms** Large Living Dining Room** Integrated Kitchen & Contemporary Shower Room** With support at hand if required. SPECIFICALLY FOR THE OVER 55's.
DESCRIPTION
Situated in Holmcroft Court, this immaculately presented retirement apartment for the over 55's is located on the first floor of this highly sought after development, enjoying a private glass balustrade balcony for outdoor seating with excellent views over the well-maintained landscaped communal gardens. Well-appointed and offering spacious accommodation, the apartment comprises welcoming entrance hall, large lounge with balcony terrace, integrated kitchen, two double bedrooms and contemporary shower room, all benefitting from underfloor heating and high-quality finishes.
Built by award-winning developers McCarthy & Stone, Holmcroft Court is located less than a 10-minute level walk to the High Street of Shepton Mallet providing all essential local amenities, whilst the development itself offers a range of facilities including an in house resident manager, careline alarm service, lift access to all floors, residents lounge, a laundry room, guest facilities, communal gardens, and parking, Collett Park is located just across the road from this property providing spacious grounds, pond, bowls club and café, the Leisure Centre is conveniently located, and the cities of Bristol and Bath are located just 18 miles away, easily accessible via the local bus routes and Castle Cary train station situated only six miles away.
A well-serviced and well-connected retirement apartment that definitely deserves to be viewed!
Holmcroft Court
Providing private apartments specifically independent living for those over 55 years of age. Holmcroft Court host an array of facilities for the benefit for the homeowners: a communal lounge offering social activities (however, there is no obligation to participate, and homeowners can be as involved or remain as private as they wish), a lift serving all floors, mobility scooter store, laundry room and a well-maintained landscaped garden with seating areas amongst the mature trees. To provide peace-of-mind, the House Manager will oversee running of the development and there is also a 24-hour emergency call system available for all the apartments as well as the communal areas and grounds. A guest suite is available for family and friends for a charge of £25 per night, which is also available for homeowners when visiting similar developments nationwide.
Entrance Hall
Oak veneered entrance door with spyhole leading into good-sized, welcoming entrance hall providing plenty of space for receiving visitors and walk-in store cupboard for hanging coats plus ample shelving. Security intercom system linked via the home-owners TV to provide a visual plus verbal link to the main development entrance door. Emergency pull cord. Large store/airing cupboard with light, shelving, boiler supplying domestic hot water and concealed 'Vent Axia' heat exchange system. Laminated flooring extending into the inner hallway and living room. Oak veneered doors to all rooms. Part glazed oak door into:
Living Dining Room 10' 2" x 20' 1" ( 3.10m x 6.12m )
Bright and spacious with double-glazed door with glazed side panel and window opening out onto a glazed balustrade sunny balcony, allowing in lots of natural light, and enjoying attractive views over the communal gardens. Ample room for a dining table and chairs. Glazed panelled door to kitchen.
Balcony Terrace
The glazed balustrade is a real feature of the property providing outside space for table and chairs and a vantage to enjoy an outlook over the attractive landscaped communal gardens of Holmcroft Court. Decked with outside light.
Kitchen 7' 3" x 8' 3" ( 2.21m x 2.51m )
With a double-glazed window allowing in lots of natural light and enjoying views over the gardens. The contemporary kitchen is fitted with a range of Oak effect wall and base units with contrasting worktops over inset with a one and a sink drainer with arched kitchen tap over and tiled splashback surrounds. Integrated appliances include an electric four-ringed hob with stainless steel chimney extractor hood over and electric oven with microwave shelving over. Integrated concealed fridge and freezer. Intergated washer/dryer and tiled flooring.
Main Bedroom 9' 6" x 14' 5" ( 2.90m x 4.39m )
This is an excellent sized double bedroom with a double-glazed window enjoying garden views. Built-in double wardrobe providing generous hanging rail and shelving space with sliding doors.
Bedroom Two 9' x 19' 4" ( 2.74m x 5.89m )
Double-glazed window with garden views. Fitted wardrobe and cupboard storage.
Bath & Shower Room 7' 11" x 9' 6" ( 2.41m x 2.90m )
The well-appointed and fully tiled bathroom comprises a 4-piece suite that includes a panelled bath with oak effect side panel and mixer tap over, glass screen walk-in shower with thermostat-controlled shower over, low level WC and vanity wash hand unit with mirror and light over. Heated towel rail. Extractor fan.
Parking & Communal Gardens
The encompassing gardens to Holmcroft Court are beautifully maintained, landscaped with a variety of mature planting, established trees and seating areas. A great communal facility for socialising and entertaining. There is a residential car parking available with a yearly permit at a charge of around £250 per annum.
Services
The Service Charge covers:
• Cleaning of communal and exterior 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
The property falls within a council tax band C. The property is connected to mains electricity, mains water and mains drainage. Both heating and water heating are electric via a fischer heating system. There is a guest suite for guests to stay for around £25 per night. There is residence only parking area with permit costs applicable, access to well-maintained communal grounds and pets are permitted. Please note that this is a retirement property and therefore leasehold managed through ALPHA Housing. It is a 125-year lease as of 2012. For further information regarding ground rent and maintenance charges, please call the office.
Leasehold
Leasehold - Ground Rent £425.00 pa.
125 Years from 2012
Lease details are currently being compiled. For further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
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PDF Property ParticularsFull Details- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: C
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Patio
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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