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An immaculately presented one-bedroom, third-floor apartment enjoying a south-east-facing aspect and a Juliet balcony with far-reaching views.
Situated within a McCarthy & Stone Retirement Living Plus development, it benefits from an on-site restaurant, an Estate Manager and a care team on site 24/7, with bespoke care packages available.
Local amenities are close by, with a bus stop conveniently located outside.
Windsor House Windsor House was built by McCarthy & Stone purpose built for retirement living plus formally assisted living.
The development consists of 64 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments with design features to make day-to-day living easier.
This includes beautifully equipped kitchens with waist height ovens to minimise bending, walk-in showers for ease of use, simple lever taps and slip resistant flooring.
As well as the privacy of your own apartment, there’s the opportunity to lead a full and active social life.
You can call into the homeowners’ lounge whenever you feel like company, and it’s a lovely place to meet up with friends or join in the many activities organised by homeowners and the Estate Management team.
The lounge is also the perfect space to invite friends and family over for a special celebration.
Open every day, our table service restaurant serves tasty and nutritious lunches for our homeowners and their friends and family, at a very reasonable price.
All the food is freshly prepared and we can cater for special dietary requirements.
For a special occasion or celebration, you’re also welcome to book our function room and there is a computer available to use here.
Windsor House also benefits from landscaped gardens and a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply).
For peace of mind, there is an Estate Manager on site and 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in all rooms.
Local Area Windsor House is situated in Sheffield a cosmopolitan city with a thriving shopping centre, a wealth of visitor attractions, and was once known for its global reputation as the pioneering city behind the advancements in the steel industry.
Located in the sought after suburb of Millhouses, Windsor House is set back off Abbeydale Road in landscaped grounds surrounded by trees with a bus stop conveniently located directly outside the development and a Tesco convenience store directly opposite.
Apartment Overview This bright and airy apartment features a spacious living room with a south-east-facing Juliet balcony overlooking the front of the development and enjoying far-reaching views.
There is ample space for both lounge and dining furniture, while a feature electric fire with a stone-effect surround creates an attractive focal point.
The well-equipped modern kitchen offers a range of wall and base units, drawers and roll-top work surfaces.
A stainless steel sink and drainer with a mixer tap sits beneath the south-facing, electrically operated window overlooking the front of the development.
Appliances include a raised-level oven, ceramic hob with extractor hood, and an integrated fridge and freezer.
The generous double bedroom benefits from fitted mirror-fronted wardrobes with sliding doors, providing ample storage.
Completing the apartment is a wet room featuring a walk-in shower and a separate panelled bath. Car Parking Permit Scheme Parking is by allocated space subject to availability.
The fee is £250 per annum, permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the Estate Manager on site for availability.
The Restaurant/Bistro Serving everyday classics and tempting treats, the subsidised chef-run restaurant at Windsor House serve freshly prepared food all year round.
Perfect for those days when you don't feel like cooking or when guests come to visit. Take a look at our sample menu to see the delicious meals on offer - all at incredibly low prices.
Social Lifestyle The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Windsor House and is where the majority of social gatherings take place.
Regular activities include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, Chair Yoga, 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.
To make life even more convenient for homeowners there are two local Hairdressers and a Foot Health Practitioner that visit Windsor House on a regular basis and always happy to welcome new clients.
Landscaped Gardens Windsor House boasts extensive landscaped gardens which wraps around the development.
Paved pathways allow you to explore the grounds easily, whilst the ample seating provides the perfect place for you to sit and enjoy the gardens blossom and bloom throughout the seasons.
All the communal grounds are fully maintained, however if you do enjoy gardening, there is always opportunities to get involved as much as you like.
Many of our 'green-fingered' communities have raised beds where homeowners can grow their own produce and still keep a hand in their favourite pastime.
“I have enjoyed continuing to do the gardening by helping the on-site gardeners with the lovely, landscaped gardens we have.” – McCarthy Stone Homeowner 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 • 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 £9,460.57 for the financial year ending 31/03/2027.
Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to.
Leasehold Information 125 years from 2013 Ground rent: £435 per annum Ground rent review: Jan 2028 Managed by: Your Life Management Services 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.
Additional Information & Services • Fibre to the Cabinet Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Electric room heating • Mains drainage
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