Flat for sale in Booth Court, Handford Road, Ipswich IP1

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A spacious one bedroom first floor apartment featuring a well equipped modern kitchen and spacious wet room with shower and bath, situated within a popular mccarthy & stone retirement living plus development.

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Apartment Overview

The apartment has been recently redecorated and new carpets laid throughout.

Summary

Booth Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living plus range (Assisted Living) and is facilitated to provide it's homeowners' with extra care. An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment. There are a range of personal care packages to suit your requirements - these are provided by the onsite cqc registered care agency. For your reassurance the development is fitted with 24-Hour CCTV and a secure entry system.
The development overlooks the Alderman Canal and Alderman Road Recreation Ground and Nature Reserve, providing a variety of walks on the doorstep. Designed specifically for the over 70s, the development includes a beautiful landscaped garden and home owners' lounge both perfect to meet up with neighbours and make new friends. Our on-site restaurant is perfect for those days that you don’t want to cook for yourself. The restaurant serves a three-course meal every day at 12.30 for you, your family and friends, using fresh ingredients and catering for special dietary requirements. For visitors who want to stay overnight, there is a guest suite available, making longer visits easy.

Entrance Hall

Front door with spy hole airing cupboard housing the hot water system and fitted with shelving. Wall mounted emergency intercom. Doors leading to lounge, bedroom and bathroom.

Lounge

A spacious lounge with feature electric fire with surround which acts as an attractive focal point. The room provides ample space for dining. TV and telephone points, two ceiling light points and raised electric sockets. Part glazed door leading to separate kitchen.

Kitchen

Fully fitted kitchen with a range of base and eye level units and drawers. An auto opening window sits above a single drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Built in waist height electric oven with space over for a microwave. Induction four ring hob with extractor hood above. Integrated fridge and freezer. Ceiling spotlights and ceramic floor tiles.

Bedroom

Generous double bedroom benefiting from a built in mirror fronted wardrobe with hanging rail and storage. TV and telephone points, ceiling light point and raised electric sockets. Emergency pull-cord.

Bathroom/Shower Room

Fully fitted suite comprising of a level access wet room style shower with curtain and separate low level panel bath, both fitted with support rails. Vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and mirror above. WC. Heated towel rail, ceiling spotlights, extractor fan and slip resistant safety flooring. Emergency pull-cord.

Service Charge

• 24-Hour on-site staffing
• 1 hours domestic assistance per week
• 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
• Running of the on-site restaurant
• Buildings insurance

The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV licence. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.

Service charge: £8,957.28 per annum (for financial year end 31/03/2024)
**Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled too, to support you with service charges and living costs. (often offset by Government Entitlements eg Attendance Allowance £3,500-£5,200)'.

Car Parking Permit

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.

Leasehold Information

Lease length: 125 years from 1st January 2013
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st January 2028

Additional Information & Services

** Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled too, to support you with service charges and living cost's.
** Part Exchange ** We offer Part-Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
** Removal Service** Get a quote from our Partner Removal Service who can declutter and move you in to your new home.
** Solicitors** Get a quote from our panel solicitors who have dealt with a number of sales and purchases and therefore familiar with the McCarthy Stone set up.

For more information check our webpage additional services or speak with our property consultant