Flat for sale in Lyle Court, Barnton Grove, Edinburgh EH4

A bright and spacious one bedroom ground floor retirement apartment overlooking the attractive and well maintained landscaped garden grounds. Lyle Court has superb amenities including a table service restaurant, residents' lounge and sun terrace. One hour of domestic assistance per week included in the service charge.

Summary

Lyle Court was purpose built by McCarthy & Stone for retirement living plus. The development consists of 73 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 70s. There is an Estates Manager on site and a 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in the hallway, bedrooms and bathroom. The development includes a beautiful residents' lounge with kitchen facility where you can enjoy various social activities if you wish or attend the weekly coffee morning to enjoy a catch up with your neighbours. The restaurant facility provides a nutritional three course lunch (subsidised) and you can pre-order light evening meals. The communal laundry room is well equipped. There are attractive and well maintained landscaped gardens including a roof terrace, sun room and courtyard with seating area. The hair and beauty salon are popular. There is a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply). A car parking permit scheme applies, check with the Estates Manager subject to availability.

Local Area

Lyle Court is situated in Barnton some 4 miles to the north west of Edinburgh City Centre. Barnton is a small, affluent suburb of the capital and enjoys a reputation as one of the city’s most desirable locations. Lyle Court is situated on Barnton Grove, just off Barnton Junction and enjoys excellent transport links to the local area and into the City Centre. Local amenities and attractions are easily accessible, from the local shops and services adjacent to the development, including a small supermarket, post office and bank, to the beautiful walks and scenery offered on the nearby Cramond shoreline. Golf enthusiasts will also find the Royal Burgess Golfing Society nearby, one of the most prestigious golf clubs in Scotland, and just one of a multitude of clubs in the Edinburgh & Lothians area. Edinburgh itself is of course full of fantastic attractions, from the historic Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile, to the iconic modern Scottish Parliament building at Holyrood. Shopping facilities are unrivalled with Princess Street and George Street offering even most discerning shoppers an excellent choice of stores.

7 Lyle Court

Apartment 7 is located on the ground floor with a southerly aspect giving natural sunlight and warmth. The living room has an outlook onto the landscaped gardens suitable for displaying some potted plants. The spacious accommodation comprises of the entrance hall, living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. The communal laundry room is located opposite the apartment for convenience.

Entrance Hall

The entrance hall benefits a generous walk in storage cupboard and 24-hour emergency response pull cord system for peace of mind with cords located in the hall, bedroom and bathroom. There are illuminated light switches, a smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom. Doors lead to the bedroom, living room and bathroom.

Living Room

Bright and spacious living room with patio door with access to the well maintained communal grounds and pathway. There is a feature fire surround with electric fire which creates a nice focal point. There are ample raised electric sockets, TV and telephone point. Partial glazed door leads onto a separate kitchen.

Kitchen

Well appointed fully fitted kitchen with tiled floor. Stainless steel sink with mono block lever tap. Built-in oven, ceramic hob with extractor hood and fitted integrated fridge, freezer and under pelmet lighting. There is a communal laundry room located opposite the apartment which is handy.

Bedroom

Good sized double bedroom with built in mirror wardrobe, ceiling lights, TV and phone point.

Bathroom

Spacious bathroom/wet room with a bath and a separate shower, WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror above.

Inclusions

Carpets, curtains, blind, integrated appliances and other items available under separate negotiation.

Service Charge

• Cleaning of communal internal and external windows
• 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 (1% upon Resale)
• 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, the 24-hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service charge: £7,546.20 per annum for financial year ending 01/09/2023 to 31/08/2024

Private Parking (Permit Scheme)

Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is currently £250 per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.