Flat for sale in Lonsdale Park, Barleythorpe, Oakham, Rutland LE15

Superbly presented retirement apartment benefitting from a walk out balcony with views over the adjacent countryside and allocated car parking.
The development offers excellent communal facilities including landscaped gardens and communal lounge where social activities take place.

Lonsdale Park

Lonsdale Park in Oakham was built in 2017/2018, and has a very lengthy Lease of 997 years. The complex is located close to the heart of this historic town, situated opposite picturesque parklands, the development boasts 43 apartments exclusively for those over 60s. Oakham is found in the county of Rutland, an area that was voted as the ‘best rural place to live in Britain’ by the Daily Telegraph in 2015. With its array of green parks and fields, great shopping and restaurant scene, and beautiful historic architecture, it’s easy to see why this pretty traditional market town is the place to be. The apartments are all equipped with energy efficient heating and raised height electrical sockets. Homeowners can enjoy everything the development has to offer, including the private homeowners’ lounge, landscaped gardens, and on-site car park, while visiting family and friends are more than welcome to stay over in the guest suite. For complete peace of mind, the development is completely secure, with intruder alarms, a camera entry system and fire detection equipment. There is also a 24-hour emergency call system and a House Manager on duty for any concerns. Mobility is never an issue, with lifts to take you to all floors. It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years of age or over.

Entrance Hall

Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - the 24-hour emergency response pull cord system is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in utility/airing cupboard. Smoke detector, security door entry system with intercom.. Doors lead to the kitchen, bedroom, living room and shower room.

Living Room

A well-proportioned, south facing living room benefitting from a walk-out balcony with lovely views over the adjacent countryside. TV and telephone points, Sky/Sky+ connection point. Two ceiling lights. Fitted carpets, electric power sockets. Part glazed doors leading into a separate kitchen.

Kitchen

Modern fitted kitchen with a range of low and eye level units, drawers, and cupboards. UPVC double glazed window. Stainless steel sink with mono lever tap and drainer. Eye level oven, ceramic hob, cooker hood, . Integrated fridge/freezer, free standing dishwasher. Ceiling spot lights and ceramic floor tiling.

Bedroom

Double bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe housing rails and shelving. Ceiling lights, TV and phone point.

Shower Room

A modern fitted shower room featuring a large level access walk in shower with grab rails and glass screen. High gloss vanity unit with inset wash hand basin with storage cupboards below. Fitted mirror with built in light. WC with concealed cistern Wall mounted chrome heated towel rail. Matching wall and floor tiles.

Car Parking

This apartment comes with an allocated parking space.

Service Charge

•Cleaning of communal windows
•Water rates for communal areas and apartments
•Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
•24-hour emergency call system
•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

The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV, but does include the cost of your House Manager, your water rates, our 24-hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service charge: £2,885.28 for financial year ending 30/06/2024

Lease Information

999 years from 1st June 2017

Ground Rent

Ground rent: £425 per annum
Ground rent review 1st June 2032.

Additional Information & Services

• Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage