1-bedroom flat · SN25 2NA
For saleListed 101 days
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A well presented second floor one bedroom apartment.
This apartment boasts a fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, spacious living area, double bedroom with built in wardrobes and contemporary shower room.
Blunsdon Court, a McCarthy Stone retirement living development is nestled in Swindon and features communal gardens and homeowner's lounge where social events take place.
*Entitlements Advice and Part Exchange available* Blunsdon Court Constructed in 2015 by renowned retirement home specialists McCarthy and Stone, Blunsdon Court is a popular development of just 24 apartments.
This is a ‘retirement living’ development providing a lifestyle living opportunity for the over 60’s and designed specifically for independent living with the peace-of-mind provided by the support of our excellent House Manager who will oversee the smooth running of the development.
Additionally, 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 a guest suite widely used by visiting family and friends for which a there is a charge per night.
The development's communal facilities include a home owners' lounge, laundry, scooter store and attractive landscaped gardens.
Excellent shopping facilities are available at nearby Orbital Retail Park, and the Blunsdon Arms Public House adjacent to the development provides a very convenient location for socialising and eating out.
Entrance Hallway Of a good size, having a solid oak-veneered entrance door with spy-hole, security intercom system that provides both a visual (via the home owner's TV) and verbal link to the main development entrance door.
Emergency pull cord, walk-in boiler cupboard with light and shelving housing the Gledhill boiler supplying domestic hot water and underfloor heating and the concealed ‘Vent Axia’ heat exchange unit.
Doors lead to the bedroom, cupboard and living room. Living Room A well presented living area with ample room for dining and comfortable seating.
Focal point eclectic fireplace gives the room a homely feel. A feature glazed panelled door leads to the kitchen. Kitchen Double-glazed electronically operated window with a fitted blind.
Excellent range of maple effect fitted wall and base units with contrasting laminate worktops and incorporating a stainless steel inset sink unit.
Integrated appliances comprise; an electric hob with stainless steel chimney extractor hood over, integrated oven and concealed fridge and freezer. Extensively tiled splashbacks and tiled floor.
Double Bedroom A spacious double bedroom with built in mirrored sliding wardrobes providing ample hanging and shelving space.
Neutrally decorated and carpeted throughout with double glazed window to rear aspect.
Shower Room Modern white suite comprising; close-coupled WC, vanity wash-hand basin with storage cupboard below and mirror with integral light and shaver point over, walk-in level access shower with both ‘raindrop’ and traditional shower attachments.
Fully tiled walls and floor, electric heated ladder radiator/towel rail, emergency pull cord.
Car Parking Car parking is available with a yearly permit at a charge of around £250 per annum (subject to availability).
Lease Information Lease length: 125 years from 1st Jan 2015 Ground rent: £495 per annum Ground rent Review: 1st Jan 2030 Service Charge What your service charge pays for: • House Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly • All maintenance of the building and grounds, including window cleaning, gardening and upkeep of the building exteriors and communal areas • 24hr emergency call system • Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems • Maintaining lifts • Heating and lighting in 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 House Manager.
Service Charge: £3,700.48 per annum (up to financial year end 30/09/2026) 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).
Additional Information & Services • Fibre Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Electric room heating • Mains drainage Moving Made Easy Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back.
We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including: • free Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to .
• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home. • Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.
• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties. For more information speak with our Property Consultant today.
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