Map1 bedroom apartment for sale
Greaves Road, Lancaster, Lancashire LA1 4AR
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Retirement
Chain-free
Apartment
1 bed
1 bath
Key information
Tenure: Leasehold | 991 yrs left
Ground rent: £435 per annum | review period: 15 yrs
Service charge: £8,984.81 per annum
Council tax, if payable: Band B
Broadband: Ultra-fast 330Mbps *
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Features and description
- Tenure: Leasehold (991 years remaining)
- One bedroom penthouse balcony apartment
- Well presented, great position
- Homeowners social lounge and rooftop terrace
- Bus Stop directly outside the development
- Guest suite for friends and family
- Camera Door Entry System
- Lift to all floors, Mobility Scooter Store Room
- Estate Manager, 24 Hour Careline
- Part exchange scheme available
A one bedroom PENTHOUSE APARTMENT with WALK OUT BALCONY, and with easy access to the BEAUTIFUL ROOFTOP TERRACE offering AMAZING VIEWS. Age exclusive McCARTHY STONE RETIREMENT LIVING PLUS DEVELOPMENT for the OVER 70'S. * NO CHAIN - OFFERS INVITED*
Williamson Court - Williamson Court was built by McCarthy & Stone and designed specifically for assisted retirement living for the over 70’s.
The development consists of one and two-bedroom retirement apartments with design features to make day-to-day living easier. This includes beautifully equipped kitchens with waist height ovens to minimise bending, wet room with shower for ease of use, simple lever taps and slip resistant flooring.
As well as the privacy of your own apartment, there’s the opportunity to lead a full and active social life. You can call into the homeowners’ lounge whenever you feel like company, and it’s a lovely place to meet up with friends or join in the many activities organised by homeowners and the Estate Management team. Open every day, our table service restaurant serves tasty and nutritious lunches for our homeowners and their friends and family, at a very reasonable price. All the food is freshly prepared and we can cater for special dietary requirements.
Williamson Court also benefits from landscaped gardens and a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply). For peace of mind, there is an Estate Manager on site and 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in all rooms.
Local Area - Located in the North West, Lancaster is conveniently situated only a couple of miles from the coast nestled between Manchester and the Lake District. Set amidst spectacular scenery, the city offers easy access to the national road network and boasts strong rail links to the rest of the country.
A farmer’s market takes place every second Wednesday at Market Square and offers an array of local produce available for purchase.
Lancaster’s Norman Castle watches over the city and its sturdy walls enclose both a courthouse and a prison, the latter of which was closed in 2011. Other local heritage attractions are the Priory and Parish Church, both famed for their unique architecture.
Take a trip to Morecambe Bay and watch waders march up the shore or spot seals lazing in the sea. In addition to its unique wildlife, the area also boasts spectacular seascape views.
The Apartment - This penthouse one bedroom apartment benefits from a walk out balcony from the lounge, and also enjoys an enviable position on the 4th floor giving convenient access to the rooftop terrace, where you can join fellow homeowners enjoy westerly long distance views to Morecambe Bay. In addition to the rooftop terrace, there is also a Garden Room which provides tea / coffee making facilities and is idea for welcoming visitors when the weather is not suitable for going outside.
Entrance Hall - Your front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall where there are illuminated light switches, a smoke detector, the apartment's security door entry system and the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system are all situated in the hall. There is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard and further doors lead to the lounge, bedroom and wetroom.
Living Room - This delightful living area benefits from double opening doors opening out to a balcony. There is ample space for dining. A wall mounted remote control electric fire which creates a focal point to the room and an electric storage heater. There are TV and telephone points and a Sky/Sky+ connection point. Two ceiling lights, fitted carpets, raised electric power sockets. Emergency pull cord. Partially glazed double doors lead onto the separate kitchen.
Kitchen - A modern fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base level units and drawers with a granite effect work surface over and under pelmet lighting. A stainless steel sink and drainer with mono lever tap sits under a window. Integrated appliances include a waist height oven, ceramic hob with cooker hood over and an integral fridge freezer. Ceramic tiled floor and central ceiling spot lights.
Bedroom - The double bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe housing rails and shelving. A central ceiling light, raised power points, TV and phone point and a wall mounted electric storage heater. Emergency pull cord.
Wetroom - Fully fitted with suite comprising of level access shower, WC, vanity unit with wash basin and sensor illuminated mirror above. Shaving point, electric heated towel rail, extractor fan, wall mounted electric heater, emergency pull cord and anti-slip flooring.
Service Charge (Breakdown) - •Cleaning of communal windows
•Water rates for communal areas and apartments
•Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
•Window Cleaning (outside only)
•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 hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge
•Care staff on-site 24-hours a day
•Running of the on-site restaurant
•Intruder alarm system
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 Estates Manager.
Service charge: £8,984.81 per annum (per financial year end 30th June 2025)
Car Parking Permit Scheme (Subject To Availability - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is £250 per annum and are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Leasehold Information - 999 years from June 2016
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review: June 2031
Managed by: Your Life Management Services
Smooth Move Offer - Who knew moving could be so easy. For a limited time only McCarthy Stone are offering all purchasers of properties at Williamson Court financial help towards estate agent and legal fees, as well as free specialist removals. Our Smooth Move package includes:
- £2,500 towards estate agent fees
- Removal service
- £1,000 towards legal fees
Terms & conditions apply. Available on resale purchases at Williamson Court with sales agreed before 31st October 2023 via McCarthy Stone Resales only. Estate Agent fees paid up to £2,500 incl. VAT. Solicitor’s fees paid up to £1,000 incl. VAT. Recommended Agents and Solicitors must be used in order to qualify. Handyman service available in the first 30 days after moving. Removals and de-cluttering service available. Belongings are unpacked to a flat surface. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Not available in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Speak to your Property Consultant at Williamson Court for more details.
Additional Information & Services - • Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
Williamson Court - Williamson Court was built by McCarthy & Stone and designed specifically for assisted retirement living for the over 70’s.
The development consists of one and two-bedroom retirement apartments with design features to make day-to-day living easier. This includes beautifully equipped kitchens with waist height ovens to minimise bending, wet room with shower for ease of use, simple lever taps and slip resistant flooring.
As well as the privacy of your own apartment, there’s the opportunity to lead a full and active social life. You can call into the homeowners’ lounge whenever you feel like company, and it’s a lovely place to meet up with friends or join in the many activities organised by homeowners and the Estate Management team. Open every day, our table service restaurant serves tasty and nutritious lunches for our homeowners and their friends and family, at a very reasonable price. All the food is freshly prepared and we can cater for special dietary requirements.
Williamson Court also benefits from landscaped gardens and a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply). For peace of mind, there is an Estate Manager on site and 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in all rooms.
Local Area - Located in the North West, Lancaster is conveniently situated only a couple of miles from the coast nestled between Manchester and the Lake District. Set amidst spectacular scenery, the city offers easy access to the national road network and boasts strong rail links to the rest of the country.
A farmer’s market takes place every second Wednesday at Market Square and offers an array of local produce available for purchase.
Lancaster’s Norman Castle watches over the city and its sturdy walls enclose both a courthouse and a prison, the latter of which was closed in 2011. Other local heritage attractions are the Priory and Parish Church, both famed for their unique architecture.
Take a trip to Morecambe Bay and watch waders march up the shore or spot seals lazing in the sea. In addition to its unique wildlife, the area also boasts spectacular seascape views.
The Apartment - This penthouse one bedroom apartment benefits from a walk out balcony from the lounge, and also enjoys an enviable position on the 4th floor giving convenient access to the rooftop terrace, where you can join fellow homeowners enjoy westerly long distance views to Morecambe Bay. In addition to the rooftop terrace, there is also a Garden Room which provides tea / coffee making facilities and is idea for welcoming visitors when the weather is not suitable for going outside.
Entrance Hall - Your front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall where there are illuminated light switches, a smoke detector, the apartment's security door entry system and the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system are all situated in the hall. There is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard and further doors lead to the lounge, bedroom and wetroom.
Living Room - This delightful living area benefits from double opening doors opening out to a balcony. There is ample space for dining. A wall mounted remote control electric fire which creates a focal point to the room and an electric storage heater. There are TV and telephone points and a Sky/Sky+ connection point. Two ceiling lights, fitted carpets, raised electric power sockets. Emergency pull cord. Partially glazed double doors lead onto the separate kitchen.
Kitchen - A modern fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base level units and drawers with a granite effect work surface over and under pelmet lighting. A stainless steel sink and drainer with mono lever tap sits under a window. Integrated appliances include a waist height oven, ceramic hob with cooker hood over and an integral fridge freezer. Ceramic tiled floor and central ceiling spot lights.
Bedroom - The double bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe housing rails and shelving. A central ceiling light, raised power points, TV and phone point and a wall mounted electric storage heater. Emergency pull cord.
Wetroom - Fully fitted with suite comprising of level access shower, WC, vanity unit with wash basin and sensor illuminated mirror above. Shaving point, electric heated towel rail, extractor fan, wall mounted electric heater, emergency pull cord and anti-slip flooring.
Service Charge (Breakdown) - •Cleaning of communal windows
•Water rates for communal areas and apartments
•Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
•Window Cleaning (outside only)
•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 hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge
•Care staff on-site 24-hours a day
•Running of the on-site restaurant
•Intruder alarm system
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 Estates Manager.
Service charge: £8,984.81 per annum (per financial year end 30th June 2025)
Car Parking Permit Scheme (Subject To Availability - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is £250 per annum and are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Leasehold Information - 999 years from June 2016
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review: June 2031
Managed by: Your Life Management Services
Smooth Move Offer - Who knew moving could be so easy. For a limited time only McCarthy Stone are offering all purchasers of properties at Williamson Court financial help towards estate agent and legal fees, as well as free specialist removals. Our Smooth Move package includes:
- £2,500 towards estate agent fees
- Removal service
- £1,000 towards legal fees
Terms & conditions apply. Available on resale purchases at Williamson Court with sales agreed before 31st October 2023 via McCarthy Stone Resales only. Estate Agent fees paid up to £2,500 incl. VAT. Solicitor’s fees paid up to £1,000 incl. VAT. Recommended Agents and Solicitors must be used in order to qualify. Handyman service available in the first 30 days after moving. Removals and de-cluttering service available. Belongings are unpacked to a flat surface. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Not available in conjunction with any other offer or promotion. Speak to your Property Consultant at Williamson Court for more details.
Additional Information & Services - • Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
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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.