1 bedroom apartment for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Leasehold
- Recarpeted and repainted thought out.
- Ground floor apartment
- Private patio area
- Large one bedroom apartment
- Communal Lounge where social events take place
- Estate Manager + 24 hour on site staffing
- Table Service Restaurant
- 24 Hour Careline + Video entry system
- Guest Suite for visiting family & friends
- Mobility scooter store + Laundry room
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Summary - Farringford Court is a Retirement Living Plus development, previously known as Assisted Living, constructed by McCarthy Stone. It is tailored specifically for those over 70 who wish to live independently but may require additional care and support.
An Estate Manager leads the team and manages the development. Each apartment features a fully equipped kitchen with an electric oven, cooker hood, integrated fridge, freezer, and ceramic hob. The bathrooms are fully fitted, and the master bedroom includes built-in wardrobes. A 24-hour emergency call system is provided through a personal pendant and call points in the bathroom.
The development boasts amenities such as a waitress-service restaurant, a 24-hour duty manager, a homeowners' lounge, a function room, a library, a laundry room, a mobility scooter store, a guest suite, and two elevators serving each floor.
Included in the service charge at Farringford Court is one hour of domestic support per week, with the option to purchase additional care and support packages. These packages can be as brief as 15 minutes per session and can be adjusted to meet individual needs. Farringford Court is registered with the Care Quality Commission.
A purchase requirement is that all residents must meet the minimum age criterion of 70 years.
Entrance Hall - Front door with spy hole leads to the; entrance hall - The 24 hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system is in place. Illuminated light switches and smoke detector. From the hallway there is a door to a walk in storage and airing cupboard. Doors lead to the bedrooms, lounge and bathroom.
Living Room - The lounge/dining room is exceptionally well-presented, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows facing south that provide abundant natural light. Patio doors open onto a private patio area. The room includes a fire surround with an electric fire, two ceiling light points, and power points, as well as TV and telephone connections. A partially glazed door opens into a separate kitchen.
Kitchen - Fully fitted modern style kitchen with cupboard doors and co-ordinated work surfaces. Contemporary ceiling lights. Stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. There is an integrated fridge/freezer and built-in electric oven and electric ceramic hob with extractor hood over.
Bedroom One - A double bedroom featuring fitted wardrobes and a southerly view, complete with TV and phone points, as well as ceiling lights.
Bathroom - Tiled and fitted with bath and walk-in level access shower. Toilet, vanity unit with sink and mirror above. There are grab rails and non slip flooring. 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
• 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
• One hours domestic help a week is included in the Service Charge.
Service charge of £11,282.84 per year (until financial year ending 31/03/2025).
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.
Lease Information - Ground Rent: £435
Lease Length: 125 years from 2010
Ground rent review: Jun-25
Car Parking (Permit Scheme) - Parking is by allocated space 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.
Additional Information & Services - • SuperFast Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
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