Squirrel Way, Shadwell, Leeds
- PROPERTY TYPE
Apartment
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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Key features
- Ground floor apartment
- PEACEFUL PATIO overlooking the communal grounds and playing field
- Two bedroom, two bathroom apartment
- Domestic assistance (1 hr per week included in service charges, additional hours by arrangement)
- Table serviced bistro & coffee lounge with terrace
- Landscaped garden with sitting area and raised planters for homeowners use
- 24 hour on-site management
- Personal care packages available
- Guest suite for visiting family & friends
- *Pet Friendly*
Description
Summary - Thackrah Court was built by McCarthy & Stone purpose built for retirement living. The development consists of 60 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 60s. There is a House Manager on site and a 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm with call points in the bathrooms.
The apartment features a fully fitted kitchen, living/dining room and 2 bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room and a separate bathroom. The development includes a Homeowners' lounge and landscaped gardens. There is a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply). Thackrah Court is situated in Shadwell a small but affluent village in north east Leeds, West Yorkshire. The village retains much of its former characteristics with local shops, library, dentist, newsagent and post office situated in the village. There are more shopping facilities within 1 mile of Thackrah Court in Moortown, which includes banks, a newsagent, bakers, pharmacist and a Marks & Spencers Food Hall. It is a condition of purchase that all residents must meet the age requirements of 70 years.
Apartment Overview - One of the main selling features of apartment 18 is it's location in the building. It is situated right next to reception at the entrance on the ground floor, next to the dining room, close to one of the communal lounges.
Entrance Hall - Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall, where the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system is situated. From the hallway there are doors to 3 large storage cupboards, including a walk-in airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom and emergency pull cord located in the hall. Doors lead to the bedrooms, living room and bathroom.
Lounge/Diner - A modern and spacious living/dining room benefitting from French double glazed doors, leading to a beautifully presented patio area. TV and telephone points. Fitted carpet, raised electric power sockets, ceiling lights. Partially double glazed doors lead onto a separate kitchen.
Kitchen - Fully fitted kitchen with tiled floor. Stainless steel sink with mono block lever tap. Built-in oven, ceramic hob with extractor hood and fitted integrated fridge, freezer and under pelmet lighting. A Beko washing machine and Bosch dishwasher are included in the sale.
Bedroom One - This bedroom benefits from large double glazed windows that allows the sunlight to fill the room. Modern built in wardrobes with plenty of hanging and storage space. Ceiling lights, TV and phone point.
En-Suite Bathroom - Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of a walk in shower. WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror above.
Bedroom Two - Spacious second bedroom, that could even be used as an office or hobby room. Ceiling lights, TV and phone point.
Shower Room - Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of a low level bath with a shower above, WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror above.
Service Charge - • 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
The service charge is £11,996.64 for financial year ending 30/09/2025. The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV, but does include the cost of your House Manager, your water rates, the 24-hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.
Car Parking - Subject To Availability - The fee is usually £250 per annum, but may vary by development. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Lease Information - Lease: 125 years from 1st Jan 2015
Ground rent: £495 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2030
Brochures
Squirrel Way, Shadwell, LeedsEAC link- 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: E
- 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.
- Yes
- 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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