Skip to main content

No longer on the market

This property is no longer on the market

2 bedroom flat

Retirement
Sold STC
Flat
2 beds
2 baths
979 sq ft / 91 sq m
EPC rating: B
Added > 14 days

Key information

TenureAsk agent
Council tax, if payableAsk agent
BroadbandSuper-fast 80Mbps *
Mobile signal
EEO2ThreeVodafone

Features and description

  • Spacious second floor flat
  • Balcony access to living room & bedroom
  • Fitted kitchen
  • Two double bedrooms
  • En suite and main bathroom
  • House Manager on site
  • 24 hr emergency call system
  • Homeowners' lounge/kitchen facilities
  • Communal sun room/roof terrace
  • Guest Suite/lift to all floors
Exceptionally desirable two bed, second floor, corner apartment featuring a large balcony and two Juliet balconies providing plenty natural light. The apartment is located within the Beeches Gate development in Craigiebuckler, a charming, residential area of the city with shops and parks within walking distance.

Summary - Beeches Gate was built by McCarthy & Stone and has been designed and constructed for modern retirement living. The development consists of 44 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 60s. The dedicated House Manager is on site during working hours and will make you feel at home. There's no need to worry about the burden of maintenance costs as the service charge covers the cost of all external maintenance, gardening and landscaping, external window cleaning, buildings insurance and security systems. All energy costs of the homeowners lounge and other communal areas are also covered in the service charge. For your peace of mind the development has camera door entry and 24-hour emergency call system and pendants provided, should you require assistance. The beautiful residents' lounge with kitchen facility provides a great space to socialise with friends and a great opportunity to get to know your neighbours and enjoy the social aspect of independent living. There is also a large sun room with balcony and seating to take advantage of the sunshine and can be found on the fourth floor. If your guests have traveled from afar they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (for a fee subject to availability). It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over, in an event of a couple the second person must be over the age of 55 years.

Local Area - Beeches Gate is situated in Craigiebuckler, a charming residential suburb, which is located around two miles south west of the city centre. The area is popular with families and is characterised by its pleasant tree lined streets, open space and parkland. In particular, Hazelhead Park nearby is a popular attraction of the area, with 180 hectares of wooded parkland, perfect for walkers, plus two golf courses, pitch 'n' putt, football fields, rose gardens, a maze and cafe. The area is home to a variety of shops and facilities including a library, post office, convenience store, health club and hair and beauty salon. Opposite the development is Cults Parish Church and The Hub Cafe/Centre offering refreshments, lunches and social activities for a change of scene.

Life in Aberdeen: Set on the north-east coast of Scotland, Aberdeen is Scotland's third city and widely known as the oil capital of Europe. Its booming business sector, excellent public transport links, vast array of shopping options, the variety of architectural and cultural attractions and a beautiful white sandy beach all combine to make Aberdeen one of the most desirable places to live in Scotland.

24 Beeches Gate - Located to the front of the development on the second floor this superb two bedroom apartment with balcony offers spacious living accommodation. A short walk to the lift provides access to the communal facilities on offer including the Roof Terrace and Sun Room on the fourth floor, a nice feature of the developement. Heating is provided by electric storage and panel heating.

Entrance Hall - Welcoming large entrance hall with an emergency response pull cord system installed for peace of mind. From the hallway there is a door to a generous walk-in storage/airiing cupboard and a further cupboard. There are illuminated light switches, a smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom. Doors lead to the bedrooms, living room and bathroom.

Living/Dining Room - Well presented bright and spacious triple aspect living room with dining area. There are two Juliet balconies and the main balcony is accessible from both the living room and bedroom and is suitable for outdoor furniture. There is a feature fireplace with fitted electric fire, TV and telephone points, ample sockets and attractive ceiling lights. A partial glazed door leads to a separate kitchen.

Kitchen - Fully fitted kitchen with parquet flooring. Stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. Built-in oven, ceramic hob with extractor hood and fitted integrated fridge, freezer, washing/dryer machine and slimline dishwasher. The decorative roller blind frames the window.

Bedroom En-Suite - Generous double bedroom benefiting a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite, fullly tiled with shower enclosure, WC, vanity unit with concealed storage and mirror above. Separate additional wall heater and heated towel rail.

The bedroom has access to the balcony where you can enjoy your morning coffee. The room is well appointed with TV and phone point and plenty electric sockets.

Bathroom - Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of Bath with overhead shower, WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror above. Separate wall heater and electric heated towel rail

Bedroom Two - Spacious second double bedroom with ample room for bedroom furniture. Ceiling lights. TV and phone point.

Inclusions - Carpets, curtains, kitchen roller blind, integrated appliances, fridge,freezer and washer/dryer plus a slimline free standing dishwasher. Other items of furniture available under separate negotiation.

Service Charge - . Cleaning of communal windows
. 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
. 1% Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
. Buildings insurance

The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. To find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

The service charge for the year ending 31/8/24 is £311.63 per month (£3,739.56 per annum).

Parking - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is currently £250 per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.

Property information from this agent

Visit agent website

About this agent

McCarthy Stone - Resales
McCarthy Stone - Resales
4th Floor, 100 Holdenhurst Road Bournemouth BH8 8AQ
01202 060980
Full profileProperty listings
Let our experience enhance your experience of later life. We've been building outstanding apartments in prime locations for 40 years to suit all lifestyles and stages of retirement. All our properties are designed to make living easier and are built to high standards - just two of the reasons we've been awarded the 5-star rating for customer satisfaction in an independent survey by the Home Builders Federation every year since the awards began.  
... Show more

Similar properties

Discover similar properties nearby in a single step.

See more properties like this

*Disclaimer and call rate information...