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1 bedroom apartment for sale

Lambrook Court, Gloucester Road, Larkhall, Bath
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Retirement
Apartment
1 bed
1 bath
742 sq ft / 69 sq m
EPC rating: B
Added > 14 days

Key information

TenureLeasehold | unconfirmed share | 992 yrs left
Ground rent£425 per annum | review period: 15 yrs
Service charge£10,039.98 per annum
Council tax, if payableBand C

Features and description

  • Tenure: Leasehold (992 years remaining)
  • SHARED OWNERSHIP OPTION TO PURCHASE 75% 100% OF THE VALUE Top Floor Apartment Lift Access To All Floors
  • Quality Kitchen With Integrated Appliances
  • Warm & Sunny Elevated Aspect Overlooking The Leafy Alice Park
  • Double Bedroom With Walk In Wardrobe
  • Modern Shower Room With Level Access Shower
  • On Site Bistro Serving Meals & Snacks
  • Homeowners Lounge Where Social Events Take Place
  • Landscaped Communal Gardens
  • 24/7 Staffing & Registered Estates Manager
  • 24/7 Careline & Secure Entry System
Located on the top floor, this generous size one bedroom retirement apartment has an outlook over the front of the development and out towards Alice Park.
*On Site Restaurant* *Pet Friendly* *Energy Efficient*

Lambrook Court - Constructed in 2018 Lambrook Court is a stunning development by multi award-winning retirement specialist McCarthy and Stone. A ‘Retirement Living Plus’ development designed for independent living for those aged over 70 years Lambrook Court offers the peace-of-mind provided by the day-to-day support of our Estate Manager and staff who oversee the smooth running of the development. The development enjoys fantastic communal facilities including a beautiful homeowner lounge leading onto a raised deck, Bistro with a fantastic, varied and inexpensive menu, laundry, scooter store and landscaped gardens. Lambrook Court is proud to be Winner of Housing for Older People with Care Award 2019.

Homeowners also benefit from extensive domestic and care packages being available to suit individual needs and budgets. The service charge includes 1 hour of domestic assistance per week and all apartments are equipped with a 24-hour emergency call facility and sophisticated intercom system providing both a visual and verbal link to the main development entrance. There is also the excellent guest suite widely used by visiting family and friends for which a small charge per night applies. It is so easy to make new friends and to lead a busy and fulfilled life at Lambrook Court with a list of regular activities to choose from. Often these include; coffee mornings, film nights, exercise classes, games and card evenings, cheese and wine evenings, guest speakers and occasional trips. Whilst there is something for everyone there is certainly no obligation to participate and home owners tend to ‘dip in and out’ of activities as they wish.

The Local Area - Lambrook Court boasts an enviable location in the beautiful and historic city of Bath. The development is favourably situated opposite the scenic Alice Park, plus an array of local amenities around the corner in the village of Larkhall providing local shops including Goodies Deli, Larkhall Butchers, the Beaufort Bookshop, Larkhall Farm Shop, Dentist, Leak gift shop, Pharmacy, Hairdressers, plus a selection of Pubs & Cafe's.

No.51 - This luxury, south facing one bedroom apartment is located on the third floor of this 'flagship' development and is presented in excellent condition. The spacious living room is bright and welcoming with both a roof light and a window where a leafy outlook over Alice Park can be enjoyed. A super well-equipped kitchen comes fitted with a range of integrated appliances. The double bedroom is of generous proportions and includes fitted wardrobes.

Entrance Hall - A roomy hallway entered via a solid Oak-veneered entrance door with spy-hole. A security intercom system provides both a visual (via the home-owner’s TV) and verbal link to the main development entrance door. A wall mounted panel provides emergency access to a 24 hour careline. A useful walk-in boiler/store room with light and shelving houses the Gledhill boiler supplying hot water and concealed heat exchange system for economic heat recovery. A feature glazed panelled door leads in to the living room.

Living Room - A welcoming room with natural decor. Feature fireplace gives the room a focal point. Glazed panelled door leads to the kitchen. Far reaching views across Alice Park thanks to the apartments Southerly aspect.

Kitchen - With an electrically operated double-glazed window for ease of use. Excellent contemporary styled fitted kitchen with soft-white fitted units with contrasting laminate worktops and matching up-stands incorporating a stainless steel inset sink unit. Integrated appliances include; a Neff four-ringed halogen hob with stainless steel chimney extractor hood over and modern glass splashback, Neff waist-level oven with tilt and slide door, matching microwave over, and concealed fridge and freezer. Ceiling spot light fitting and plank effect flooring.

Double Bedroom - A lovely well-proportioned double bedroom. Double glazed window, walk in wardrobe with plenty of storage space.

Shower Room - Modern white suite comprising; walk in shower, back-to-the-wall WC with concealed cistern, vanity unit with inset wash-basin with cupboards below and mirror with integrated light above. Heated ladder radiator, emergency pull cord, ceiling spot light fitting, extensively tiled walls and vinyl flooring.

General Information - There are lovely communal landscaped gardens around the development. In addition to the excellent underfloor heating there is an economic heat recovery (heat exchange) system utilising the hot air generated within the property and recirculating the heat back into the principal rooms.

Service Charge - What your service charge pays for:

• Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• CQC Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
• 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in communal areas
• The running costs of the onsite restaurant
• Cleaning of communal areas daily
• Cleaning of windows
• Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds
• Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates

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

Service Charge £10,039.98 per annum (for financial year ending 30/06/2025)

Ask about our FREE ENTITLEMENTS SERVICE to find out what benefits you may be entitled to to support you with service charges and living costs.
(Often offset by Government Entitlements e.g. Attendance Allowance £3,500-£5,200pa).

Leasehold - Leasehold 999 Years from June 2017
Ground Rent £425 per annum
Ground rent review date: June 2032

Shared ownership 75% share at £225,750 with a Rent of £411.27 per a month.

Additional Information & Services - • Gfast Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage

Care & Support - The personal care services available at Lambrook Court can help you do more of the things you love and enjoy peace of mind when you need a helping hand. You'll get to know the dedicated CQC registered care and support team who are onsite each day, led by our wonderful Estates Manager. They can assist with anything from changing your bed and doing your laundry, to escorting you to appointments and helping you get washed and dressed ready for the day. What's more, the services are flexible, so you can tailor your care package to suit your needs - just speak with the Estates Manager who will be happy to help organise a care package ready for when you move in.

Shared Ownership Scheme - No.51 is offered for sale via the shared ownership scheme, whereby 75% - 100% can be purchased. Shared ownership buyer eligibility criteria can be found at 'homereach.org.uk/general-eligibility'.

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McCarthy Stone - Resales
McCarthy Stone - Resales
4th Floor, 100 Holdenhurst Road Bournemouth BH8 8AQ
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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.  
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