A VERY WELL PRESENTED TWO BED GROUND FLOOR RETIREMENT FLAT in this sought after development in Far Headingley. Leasehold for a term of 125 years from 1995. Service charge: £4569 per annum. Ground rent: £579 per annum. Council Tax Band D. NO ONWARD CHAIN.

GENERAL & AREA
Orchard Court is a well-regarded McCarthy & Stone retirement development, ideal for anyone looking for a home that offers safety and security, low maintenance and a sense of belonging to a community of like-minded mature individuals and couples. There is level access on entry into the building, but the flat itself is in an elevated upper ground floor position offering additional security and privacy. This is a corner property, with pleasant views onto Hollin Road and the communal gardens. The two bed apartments in this development are very sought after, allowing visiting friends and family to stay over, and the flat has DOUBLE GLAZING, ELECTRIC HEATING, EMERGENCY PULL CORDS and waist-high electric sockets. Comprising: communal entrance with secure door entry system, private entrance hall with a storage cupboard, a nicely proportioned dual aspect living room, a fitted kitchen, a spacious double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a single bedroom and a very modern shower room with a large walk in shower enclosure.
There is an easy level walk to many of the local amenities; St Chad's Church is across the road, there are pubs, cafés and restaurants within a few minutes' walk, and being located just off Otley Road there is an excellent bus service into town. This is a perfect flat for anyone living locally and looking to downsize, or for relatives of anyone who lives in the area who wants loved ones to be near them. Benefits include a resident House Manager and 24 hour emergency Careline back-up response should the House Manager not be on duty, a residents' lounge for coffee mornings, etc. (no obligation to join in), a laundry and even a guest suite (subject to booking/availability).

COMMUNAL AREAS
There is a communal lounge where residents can meet, should they wish, for coffee mornings, games, parties or just to meet family and friends. There is no obligation to be sociable within the development although there are plenty of social events arranged including outings, fish and chip suppers etc. Off the communal lounge is the House Manager’s office. There is a lift to all floors and within the basement is the communal laundry where there are a number of washers and dryers; which residents can use on a rotational basis within a prescribed timetable. This ensures that the washers and dryers are available for everyone throughout the week.

ENTRANCE HALL
With door entry intercom, storage/cloaks cupboard and connecting doors to the lounge, bedrooms, shower room and leading to…

LOUNGE/DINING ROOM
A dual aspect room with space for a table and chairs if desired. There is an attractive feature fire surround with electric fire and marble effect interior, which provides this comfortable reception room with a focal point. Double doors leading through to the….

KITCHEN
Having a range of fitted wall and base units with a complementary worktop incorporating an inset stainless steel sink unit with single drainer. The kitchen is fitted with an integrated oven at chest-level, electric hob and space for an under counter fridge and separate freezer. Space is not provided for a washing machine as there is an on-site laundry; which residents can use on a rotational basis. There is an external window with a similar outlook to the lounge.

BEDROOM ONE (DOUBLE)
A spacious double bedroom with a furniture friendly footprint and benefiting from fitted wardrobes with space-saver folding mirror-fronted doors. Views over the communal gardens.

BEDROOM TWO (SINGLE)
This is a generous single bedroom with floor space for a bed, chest of drawers and a wardrobe. Views out to the communal gardens.

SHOWER ROOM/WC
Benefiting from a modern walk-in double shower enclosure with a plumbed shower, a low level WC and vanity unit sink/washbasin. Contemporary wall tiling and hard flooring.

HOUSE MANAGER
The House Manager has a flat on site and is available usually Monday to Friday within predetermined hours. Their role is to look after the development and to ensure the safety of the building and the occupants. The House Manager does NOT provide nursing care but of course will respond to emergencies should it be required. When the House Manager is not on duty, Careline is a central monitoring system that provides 24-hour cover. Careline will either contact nearby relatives in case of an emergency or call the emergency services directly, if required. Pull cords are located around the flat in case of an emergency and a necklace panic button for occupiers is available by arrangement.

OUTSIDE
There is a car park with a limited number of spaces along with some visitor parking. There is plenty of unrestricted on-street car parking within the area. The gardens and grounds are maintained by the management company.

AGE RESTRICTIONS
Single occupants must be aged 60 years or over. For two occupants, one can be aged 55 or over subject to the other being over 60.

INDEPENDENT LIVING
This development is not a nursing or care home where care support or nursing is provided. New occupiers must be able to demonstrate they have the capability for independent living when moving in and in the foreseeable future.

PETS
Existing pets belonging to new occupiers may be allowed in the development subject to the approval of the House Manager/Management Company. New pets after taking up occupation are not allowed.

TENURE
Leasehold for a term of 125 years from 1995.

MAINTENANCE/SERVICE CHARGES
To cover the cost of running the development including maintenance of the lift, all external repairs, cleaning and maintenance of communal areas, the House Manager’s salary, gardening, communal heating and all other associated costs there is an annual charge, which is £4569 for 2023. We understand this also includes the water rates charge.

GROUND RENT
Currently £579 per annum.

COUNCIL TAX BAND D