9 Spence Close, Bishopstoke Park Retirement Village

This first-floor one-bedroom apartment offers modern luxury and convenience in every detail.   Accessed via a lift, the apartment features tastefully fitted carpets and handmade curtains, with views overlooking the charming courtyard. The spacious hallway includes a large storage cupboard, perfect for coats, shoes, and suitcases.  A service cupboard houses the boiler for the underfloor heating system.  The hallway leads into the sitting room with patio doors opening to the east-facing balcony.  A feature fire with a marble-effect surround adds warmth to this comfortable living space. Double fold-back doors connect the lounge to a well-fitted, modern kitchen equipped with integrated appliances, including a 50/50 fridge and freezer, washing machine/dryer, dishwasher, fan-assisted oven, induction hob with pull-out extractor fan, and built-in microwave. The stylish range of wall and base units ensures ample storage.
The master bedroom, with built-in wardrobes offering hanging space and shelving, boasts a picture window with views of the woodland beyond. The fully tiled en-suite bathroom features a walk-in shower and provides convenient access through Jack and Jill doors back to the
hallway. 

Bishopstoke Park is a remarkable community offering a lifestyle that allows you to enjoy your retirement in comfort and peace of mind. With an organic ethos, you can dip in and out of the excellent facilities on offer including eateries, gym and a pool. Surrounded by a community of like-minded people, you'll feel right at home and wonder why you didn't make this move years ago!

Key Facts:
Parking (by a permit system) is available for one vehicle on a first come first served basis. 
There is an age restriction at this development, at least one of the residents must be over 65 years of age. 
You need to be able to prove a household income of a least £54,000 to rent this property. (there may be circumstances where the landlord will agree to a let to tenants with a lower household income subject to either proof of substantial savings or a guarantor).
Anchor selects utilities centrally for the benefit of all residents. Residents receive a monthly statement showing their metered consumption for water, heating and electricity and are payable by monthly direct debit. 
Bishopstoke Park is situated just 3 miles from Southampton Airport, and while this provides convenient access to travel, residents may occasionally notice some background aircraft noise. 

Holding Fee: £415
Security Deposit:  £2076

EPC: Currently rated  B
Council Tax Band B: Eastleigh £1807.62 per annum (2026/2027)

Affordability: You need to be able to prove a household income of £54,000 to rent this property. (there may be circumstances where the landlord will agree to a let to tenants with a lower household income subject to a guarantor or proof of savings)


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Permitted Tenant Payments 

Holding deposit per tenancy: One week's rent. This is to reserve a property. Please Note: This will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to-Rent check, provide materially significant false or misleading information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing).
 
Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent under £50K per year):  Five weeks' rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.
 
Security Deposit (per tenancy. Rent over £50K per year):  Six weeks' rent. This covers damages or defaults on the part of the tenant during the tenancy.
 
Unpaid Rent:  Interest at 3% above the Bank of England Base Rate from Rent Due Date until paid in order to pursue non-payment of rent. Please Note: This will not be levied until the rent is more than 14 days in arrears.
 
Lost keys/security devices:  Tenants are liable for the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).
 
Variation of contract (tenant's request):  £50 (inc. VAT) per agreed variation. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord's instructions as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.
 
Change of sharer (tenant's request) where agreed with the landlord: £50 (inc. VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable costs incurred if higher. To cover the costs associated with taking landlord's instructions, new tenant referencing and Right-to-Rent checks, deposit registration as well as the preparation and execution of new legal documents.

For Non Housing Act Tenancies a tenancy set up fee of £500.00 applies.

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