"A fantastic TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM retirement apartment, situated on the FIRST FLOOR of Portman Court, a McCarthy Stone Retirement Living PLUS development for the over 60 s. The apartment boasts a WESTERLY ASPECT, GARDEN VIEWS and SPACIOUS ACCOMMODATION throughout.
The EXCELLENT COMMUNAL FACILITIES include; an ON SITE RESTAURANT serving fresh meals daily, a HOMEOWNERS LOUNGE where social events take place, 24 hour staffing and careline system for PEACE OF MIND, a FUNCTION ROOM, a GUEST SUITE for visiting family and friends, LIFT TO ALL FLOORS, lovely LANDSCAPED GARDENS, and more!
Development Overview Portman Court is a Retirement Living Plus development built by McCarthy & Stone, designed specifically for the over 60s, for those who wish to enjoy independent living but may need some domestic support.
There is an Estate Manager who leads the team and oversees the running of the development. Each apartment has a fitted kitchen, electric economy 7 heating, fitted and tiled bathrooms with separate shower, and a 24 hour emergency call system.
Communal facilities include a homeowner s lounge where social events and activities take place, a function room and landscaped gardens. There is a well equipped laundry room and subsidised on site restaurant which is table service and serves freshly prepared meals daily.
If your guests wish to stay, there is guest suite accommodation which can be booked fees apply .
In addition, there is a 24 hour emergency call system provided by pull cords in your apartment, as well as onsite management 24 hours a day. One hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge at Portman Court with additional domestic support available at an extra charge.
Portman Court is conveniently located close to the main High Street with a selection of shops, including Waitrose, Tesco, a library, Post Office and banks. There is also a rail station with trains to London Bridge.
Entrance Hall The front door with a spy hole leads to the entrance hall, where the 24 hour emergency response pull cord in situated. Illuminated light switches and smoke detector. Doors lead to both bedrooms, living room and wet room, as well as a useful walk in storage and airing cupboard.
Living Room Spacious living room boasting a feature fireplace with electric fire which makes an attractive focal point in the room. Two ceiling light, power points. TV & telephone points, and partially glazed double doors opening to the kitchen.
Kitchen Fitted kitchen boasting a range of wall and base units with complimentary worksurfaces over. A stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer unit sits below the electronically operated window which overlooks the gardens. Built in appliances include; a fridge, separate freezer, oven, and electric ceramic hob with extractor over. Emergency pull cord, tiled floor, under unit lighting and ceiling lights.
Bedroom One A double or twin bedroom of good proportions boasting build in wardrobe with hanging space. Window overlooking landscaped gardens, power points, TV & phone point, ceiling lights and emergency pull cord.
Second Bedroom A substantial second double bedroom that could alternatively be used as a second reception room, hobby room or office. TV and phone point, ceiling lights. Double glazed window with view over the beautiful manicured gardens.
Wet Room Extensively tiled and fitted with suite comprising; low level panel enclosed bath, separate level access walk in shower, WC, vanity unit with sink inset and mirror above. Grab rails, non slip wet room style flooring, heated towel rail and emergency pull cord.
Service Charge Breakdown Cleaning of communal windows
Water rates for communal areas and apartments
Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
24 hour emergency call system & Manager on site
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
Laundry
One hour of domestic support per week.
Service charge £14,896.11 until 31 08 2025, the service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV, but does include the cost of your Estates Management team. To find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estates Manager.
Lease Information Lease Length 125 years from 2008
Ground Rent £510 pa
Car Parking Parking is on a first come first served basis.
Additional Information & Services Superfast Fibre Broadband available
Mains water and electricity
Electric room heating
Mains drainage
** Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled to, to support you with service charges and living cost s.
** Part Exchange ** We offer Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
** Removal Service** Get a quote from our Partner Removal Service who can declutter and move you in to your new home.
** Solicitors** Get a quote from our panel solicitors who have dealt with a number of sales and purchases and therefore familiar with the McCarthy Stone set up.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CHECK OUR WEBPAGE ADDITIONAL SERVICES OR SPEAK WITH OUR PROPERTY CONSULTANT
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