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About
Richmond Villages Aston-on-Trent is a modern, yet established retirement community situated in rural Derbyshire. Fostering a sense of community and wellbeing is truly at the heart of what we do.
With a warm and caring team of professionals and a plethora of great on-site facilities, we pride ourselves on delivering an enriched lifestyle for our residents.
Featuring a fantastic selection of independent and assisted living apartments, brilliant on-site facilities and magnificent, landscaped gardens and woodlands, Richmond Villages Aston-on-Trent is the perfect location to enjoy your best years.
This attractive second floor one bedroom assisted living apartment offers a beautifully balanced and welcoming living space.
Positioned within the main village centre building, it provides easy access to all village facilities while still feeling peaceful and private.
With under floor heating throughout, and carpets, flooring and curtains already in place, the apartment has a cosy, ready to move into feel from the moment you step inside.
Entrance Hall A bright and inviting entrance hall featuring a large built in storage cupboard, ideal for coats, shoes, and household essentials.
The hallway leads through to the main living areas of the apartment.
Kitchenette (2300mm x 2180mm, 7'7" x 7'2") A modern, well equipped kitchenette fitted with a range of stylish wall and base units, an integrated Neff fridge, and practical under cupboard lighting.
Designed for convenience and efficiency, it provides everything needed for easy meal preparation.
Living Room (6540mm x 3710mm, 21'6" x 12'2") A spacious and comfortable living room enhanced by a large south facing double glazed window, filling the room with warm natural light throughout the day.
This room offers an elegant and relaxing environment for daily living and entertaining. Main Bedroom (3935mm x 3710mm, 12'11" x 12'2") A generously sized main bedroom enjoying pleasant garden views.
With ample room for furniture and a peaceful aspect, it offers a tranquil space to relax and unwind.
Ensuite Shower Room (2300mm x 2180mm, 7'7" x 7'2") A contemporary en suite shower room complete with a walk in shower and a fully fitted white suite.
This thoughtfully designed space offers comfort, accessibility, and modern convenience.
Outside The apartment sits within beautifully kept village grounds, surrounded by colourful flower borders and neatly maintained lawns.
The outdoor spaces feel peaceful and welcoming, with plenty of spots to enjoy the fresh air or take in the garden views.
An allocated parking space is included, and all landscaping is lovingly cared for by the Village Gardeners. Richmond Villages Aston-on-Trent welcomes residents who are 55 and over.
We also warmly welcome pets as part of the family.
Community & Wellbeing Aside from the dedicated team of professionals on-hand, what makes our village special is the sense of community we proudly nurture.
With a wide roster of daily events and activities, from floristry, coffee mornings and choir groups to art classes and yoga, live music events and animal visits, you can take pleasure in both maintaining your existing hobbies or picking up something new.
Location Richmond Villages Aston-on-Trent is nestled in the charming village of Aston-on-Trent, located in Derbyshire.
This serene location offers residents a tranquil and picturesque setting with a range of local amenities.
The village itself features a historic church, traditional pubs, and scenic walking paths along the Trent and Mersey Canal.
Nearby, the town of Derby provides additional services and cultural attractions, including museums and theatres. For those seeking healthcare, the Royal Derby Hospital is easily accessible.
Aston-on-Trent's location in Derbyshire also offers opportunities for exploring the beautiful countryside of the Peak District National Park, making it an ideal choice for retirees looking for a peaceful retirement community with natural beauty and convenient access to nearby towns and cities.
Fees A key benefit to living at Richmond Villages is the level of care, support and services that are available to make life more comfortable and enjoyable.
A Service Charge of £150.11 per week covers the general upkeep of the village facilities, building insurance and maintenance, management and registration of staff, and social wellbeing activities and events.
This is reviewed annually on 1st January. A Transfer Fee of 6% of the sale price applies on resales in year one, 8% in year two, and 10% thereafter.
A separate charge for Ground Rent of £250 is payable annually on resale properties. This is subject to five yearly reviews from the commencement date specified in the lease.
Purchasers of Assisted Living apartments also pay for a Lifestyle Package or a Lifestyle Flex Package.
These cover utility costs and (with differences between the two packages) meals, housekeeping and laundry services. Lifestyle Packages are available from £479 per week based on single occupancy.
This is reviewed annually on 1st April. Please refer to the All You Need to Know booklet or speak to a Village Adviser for further details.
Important Notice:These particulars are intended to give a fair and substantially correct overall description. All dimensions are approximate. The properties are sold unfurnished.
Properties are sold on a 125-year lease and this property has 122 years remaining.
Some images used may represent similar show apartments and may also include CGI imagery which have been used for guidance and illustrative purposes only, and do not represent the specific apartment for sale.
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