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About
This charming, two bedroom first floor retirement apartment situated in Thomas Court, Cardiff. This property benefits from bespoke furniture in the lounge and bedroom.
The communal facilities on offer within this development include; an in-house restaurant, Homeowners social lounge and communal gardens.
*Energy Efficient* *Pet Friendly* Thomas Court Thomas Court was constructed in late summer of 2013 by multi-award winning McCarthy Stone, and remains one of our most sought-after developments.
This is a ‘Retirement Living Plus’ development providing a lifestyle living opportunity for the over 70’s and designed specifically for independent living with the peace-of-mind provided by the day-to-day support of our excellent staff and Estate Manager who oversees the smooth running of the development.
The property enjoys excellent communal facilities including a Homeowners lounge, restaurant with a fantastic, varied daily table-service lunch, laundry room, scooter store and landscaped gardens.
Homeowners also benefit from one hour of domestic assistance each week and there are extensive domestic and care packages available to suit individual needs and budgets.
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.
In addition to the excellent underfloor heating in the apartments, there is an economic ‘Vent Axia’ heat recovery (heat exchange) system utilising the hot air generated within the property and recirculating this back into the principle rooms.
It’s so easy to make new friends and to lead a busy and fulfilled life at Thomas Court; there are always plenty of regular activities to choose from including; a choir, art group, fitness classes, coffee mornings, games and quiz nights, themed events and occasional organised trips.
Whilst there is something for everyone there is certainly no obligation to participate and home owners can ‘dip in and out’ of activities or quite naturally, remain as private as they wish.
The Local Area Thomas Court is in an excellent location providing Home owners with an easy level walk of extensive amenities; The vibrancy of Wellfield Road is about a quarter of a mile distance with it's excellent array of shops, bars and restaurants, Doctors, Library, Roath Park and and bus routes are all also within a similar distance.
Entrance Hall A considerable entrance hall with ample space for typical hall furniture.
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.
Emergency pull cord, large walk-in store/airing cupboard with light, shelving, Gledhill boiler supplying domestic hot water and concealed Vent Axia system.
Living Room A beautiful lounge featuring Bespoke furniture which allows a great deal of storage space and shelving. A feature glazed panelled double door leads to the kitchen.
Kitchen With an electronically operated double-glazed window. Range of 'Maple' effect fitted units with contrasting laminate worktops and incorporating a stainless steel inset sink unit.
Integrated appliances comprise; a four-ringed hob with stainless steel chimney extractor hood over, waist-level oven, concealed dishwasher, fridge and freezer.
Ceiling spot light fitting, extensively tiled walls and fully tiled floor. Main Bedroom A large well-proportioned double bedroom with a double-glazed window. Walk-in wardrobe with auto light.
En-Suite Shower Room Modern white suite comprising; close-coupled WC, vanity wash-basin with cupboard under and fitted mirror, strip light and shaver point over, panelled bath and a separate walk-in level access shower.
Heated towel rail, emergency pull cord, ceiling spot light. Fully tiled walls and vinyl flooring.
Bedroom Two An excellent double bedroom with Bespoke furniture with a large double glazed window offering plenty of daylight. Shower Room With a double-glazed window.
Modern white suite comprising; close-coupled WC, vanity wash-basin with cupboard under and fitted mirror, strip light and shaver point over, walk-in level access shower.
Heated towel rail, emergency pull cord, ceiling spot light. Fully tiled walls and vinyl flooring.
Parking Car parking is available with a yearly permit at a charge of around £250 per annum (subject to availability).
Additional Information & Services • Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Electric room heating • Mains drainage 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 • Underfloor heating in individual apartments • 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. The annual service charge is £13'738.84 due to be reviewed 31.03.2027.
Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to.
Lease Lease 125 Years from January 2013 Ground Rent £510 per annum Ground Rent review: January 2028 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.
Care & Support The personal care services available at Thomas 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.
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