Property for sale in Bishopstoke Park, Walter Lane, Eastleigh Retirement Village Property SO50

Located only a short distance from the main facilities at Bishopstoke Park Retirement Village, this spacious ground floor apartment features a larger than average patio. A central entrance hall with storage cupboards leads through to a spacious dual aspect living/dining room with patio doors and a large South-facing bay window. A stylish modern kitchen, complete with a range of high-quality integrated appliances, is sited just off the living/dining room.

There are two large double bedrooms, both with built-in wardrobes, the dual aspect master bedroom also having a luxury tiled Jack & Jill style ensuite shower room and views of a copper beech tree sited opposite. The second bedroom is situated across the hall from a cloakroom with WC and hand-basin. The property has energy-efficient underfloor heating and is neutrally decorated, with quality carpets and floorcoverings fitted throughout.

Bishopstoke Park retirement village offers stunning apartments in beautiful surroundings, first class facilities, and a vibrant community. The best of luxury living is combined with an independent lifestyle designed around you, creating a unique experience.

Taking pride of place is the painstakingly restored 19th-century Mount building, providing a unique focal point for village life. A state-of-the-art wellness centre and spa offers a 15-metre swimming pool, Whirlpool bath, steam room, sauna, plus a fully equipped gymnasium offering a range of fitness classes. Nestled alongside the Mount are Cotton's Café/deli and Antler’s bar and restaurant - both vibrant spaces where you can relax and be proud to entertain.

All residents pay a contribution to the running costs of facilities, support services and maintenance of the building and grounds which is known as the 'service charge'. The lease provides that each year you must pay ground rent which for the first 25 years will be £500 a year. The deferred sinking fund contribution of 4% goes towards a fund which we build up over time to meet the cost of major repairs and refurbishment works which are not covered by the monthly service charge. The contribution is payable on resale.

We believe in promoting independence with dignity, whilst at the same time striving to maintain and improve your quality of life. We understand that life changes as you get older. There comes a time when some extra assistance may be required to help complete those day-to-day tasks which were once dealt with more easily. The village offers a comprehensive range of housekeeping and personal care services including at various hourly rates through our registered homecare service and housekeeping team. This is managed through separate contracts with individual residents.

Key Facts

Lease: 125 years from 1st Jan 2017 (approx. 118 years remaining)

Service Charge: £646.97 pcm from 1st April 2024, to be reviewed annually and updated from 1st April each year

Ground Rent: £500 per year, to be reviewed every 25 years (next review is due in 2042)

Council Tax band: C

Sinking Fund: 4% on sale

Age Criteria: Sole occupiers or at least one partner in a couple must be 65 or over