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A superb one-bedroom second-floor retirement apartment, boasting generous living space, a fully fitted kitchen, walk-in wardrobe and excellent storage throughout.
Summary Waggoners Court is a highly appealing retirement development for the over 60s, ideally positioned around a mile from Bishop’s Stortford town centre and its excellent transport links.
Designed by McCarthy & Stone with comfortable, low-maintenance living in mind, residents enjoy a welcoming homeowners’ lounge, Guest Suite for visiting family and friends, on-site House Manager and attractive communal areas.
Further benefits include underfloor heating, secure camera entry and a 24-hour emergency call system, offering both comfort and peace of mind Apartment Overview A well-presented one-bedroom retirement apartment, ideally positioned on the second floor.
The property offers a spacious lounge, fully fitted kitchen and generous double bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, together with excellent storage throughout.
A comfortable and practical home, perfectly suited to relaxed retirement living.
Social Lifestyle The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Waggoners Court and is where the majority of social gatherings take place.
Regular activities include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, quiz and movie nights.
They're a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbours and make new friends, but there's never any obligation to join in, you can socialise as much or as little as you want.
Landscaped Gardens One of the main social hubs of Waggoners Court is the large patio area in the communal garden. This space is enjoyed by many of the homeowners throughout the year.
Best of all, Your McCarthy Stone take care of all the maintenance, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the beautiful gardens blossom and bloom throughout the seasons.
“The gardens are beautiful all year round and there are plenty of opportunities to spend time together with other neighbours, if you want the interaction.” – McCarthy Stone Homeowner Car Parking Permit Scheme Parking is by allocated space subject to availability, the fee is usually £250 per annum.
Service Charge • On-site visiting House Manager • 24 hour emergency call system • Cleaning of communal windows • Water rates for communal areas and apartments • Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas • 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 Annual Service charge: £2,406.48 (for financial year ending 31/03/2027.
The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. **Free Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled to!
Lease Information Lease: 125 years from 1st June 2012 Ground rent: £495 per annum Ground rent review: 1st June 2027 It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over.
Additional Services 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 check our webpage additional services or speak with our property consultant • Fibre to the cabinet & Copper 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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