1-bedroom flat · DT4 8DW
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Positioned on the ground floor, this one bedroom apartment offers beautiful views towards the harbour, along with having direct access from the spacious living room on to a patio area that also enjoys harbour views.
*Pet Friendly* *Energy Efficient* Harbour Lights Court Harbour Lights Court is a ‘Retirement Living’ development providing an independent living opportunity for those over 60 years of age with the peace-of-mind provided by the day-to-day support of our House Manager who oversees the smooth running of the development.
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.
Harbour Lights Court enjoys excellent communal facilities including a fantastic homeowners lounge and a beautiful landscaped garden that proves a popular place for home owners to gather in the warmer weather to while-away the hours, and socialise over a glass of wine or two!
In addition, there is a laundry room, scooter store and onsite parking available by annual permit for which there is a charge of around £250 (subject to availability) It’s so easy to make new friends and to lead a busy and fulfilled life at Harbour Lights Court with a variety of regular activities to choose from.
Whilst there is something for everyone there is certainly no obligation to participate and home owners ‘dip in and out’ of activities as they wish.
The Local Area Constructed in late 2015 by award-winning retirement developer McCarthy Stone, Harbour Lights Court is sympathetically designed to blend perfectly into the harbourside architecture of North Quay .
The working harbour and its moorings provides constant activity and interest and is also the location for many exciting events throughout the year.
Harbour Lights Court is conveniently located within around half a mile easy walk of the main retail centre and just a little further to the Esplanade and Weymouth's famous three mile long sandy beach.
Nearer to the development an Asda superstore is less than 5 minutes walking distance and there are a number of pubs and restaurants close by.
No.3 Positioned on the ground floor, this one bedroom apartment offers beautiful views towards the harbour.
The kitchen has a host of integrated appliances and the living spacious living room opens out on to a pretty patio area.
Off the entrance hall, the double bedroom has a walk in wardrobe and the modern bathroom has a walk in shower.
The apartment is located close to the main entrance, but also the lift, so everything is within easy reach. Entrance Hallway Entered via a solid oak-veneered entrance door with spy-hole.
Security intercom system that provides both a visual (via the home-owners TV) and verbal link to the main development entrance door, along with an emergency pull cord.
Walk-in store/airing cupboard with light, shelving, Gledhill boiler supplying hot water and the ‘Vent Axia’ heat exchange unit. Feature glazed panelled door to living room.
Living Room A spacious room with a bay with door opening to a patio area and an outlook to the harbour. Modern feature fireplace with inset electric fire.
TV aerial, BT telephone point and raised level plug sockets for ease of use. Glazed, panelled door leads to kitchen. Kitchen An attractive glazed sash window looks out to the harbour.
Quality range of soft cream gloss fronted fitted units with woodblock effect laminate worktops and matching upstands incorporating a stainless steel inset sink unit.
Integrated appliances include; 'Neff' four-ringed halogen hob with a contemporary glass splash panel and stainless steel chimney hood over, waist-high oven, fridge and freezer.
Ceiling spot light fitting and plank effect flooring. Double Bedroom A good size double bedroom with a glazed sash window. Walk-in wardrobe with auto-light, hanging rails and shelving.
TV aerial and BT telephone points and raised level plug sockets for ease of use.
Shower Room Modern white suite comprising; level access shower with both 'Raindrop' and traditional shower heads, grab rail and glazed screen, WC, wash-basin with mirror with integral light above and useful storage below.
Heated ladder radiator, emergency pull cord, ceiling spot lights. Fully tiled walls and floor. Parking 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 Fibre Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Electric room heating • Mains drainage 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: £3,504.52 per annum (for financial year ending 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).
Lease Information Lease length: 125 years from Jan 2015 Ground rent: £425 per annum Ground rent review date: Jan 2030 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 that can assist with service charges or living costs.
• 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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