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About
A two bedroom second floor retirement apartment set within Retirement Security's Emmbrook Court in Reading, RG6 which offers independent living for the over 55's.
Redecorated and recarpeted throughout, the property comprises an entrance hall with storage cupboards, fitted kitchen, a light & bring living room with views away from the Court, master bedroom with fitted wardrobes which include slatted shelving and a heating element for airing clothes, second bedroom with further fitted wardrobes and a wet room.
The apartment is conveniently located for the main lift, reception and all communal areas.
It is worth pointing out that the current owners would grant access to the flat prior to exchange of contracts in order for the buyer to obtain quotes from tradespeople (if desired), to upgrade the kitchen/bathroom to their specification if required.
Located in a secluded and peaceful residential area of Reading, Emmbrook Court is home to 46 spacious apartments full of natural light and designed for independent living.
You are surrounded by beautiful gardens upkept by gardeners and green-fingered Owners, and bordered by a natural woodland walk, with the trees forming a secluding sound barrier.
Emmbrook Court prides itself on its incredible community-feel, with the Owner’s Lounge acting as the main social-hub, with events such as seated yoga, film nights, poetry groups and singing!
The Hobbies Room is an inspiring space for you to learn new skills through board games or buzzing art classes and learn to play an instrument in the ukulele club.
Relax in the comfort of the Owner’s Conservatory and overlook the Croquet Green, where you’ll find many residents playing a friendly game or competing in the Court tournament.
Enjoy the luxury of a Retirement Security property and reserve a seat in the Owner’s Dining room, where fresh 3-course meals are served alongside the ever-growing ‘breakfast mornings’ which are hosted each week by popular demand.
A reliable team of Housekeeping Assistants look after all communal areas, as well as completing thorough weekly cleanings of your home.
24-hour on-site staff are a team of familiar, trustworthy faces you can rely on to always be available to help!
Providing a unique approach to independent retirement living, Retirement Security was established in 1983.
We have continued to trail blaze for over 40 years with 32 Courts across England and Wales all offering a range of high-level services to make life easier.
Our founder, Bob Bessell, committed to provide retirees with a wider selection of retirement options, ones that offered affordability, a secure environment and a supportive community, alongside retaining financial control – Courts ‘Run by Owners, for Owners’.
These carefully designed properties bridge the gap between luxury retirement living and preserving your independence for as long as possible.
It is important to note that a significant proportion of the Service Charge relates to items which the prospective purchaser is responsible for in their present home, such as building insurance, building maintenance, gardening, and domestic help.
The lease provides that a transfer premium is payable to Retirement Security on resale of a property.
The maximum premium payable is 3% of the sale price depending on the length of time an Owner has lived at the property. Further information is available from the Court Manager.
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