£70,000
1 bed flat for saleSopwith Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO50
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: C
About this property
One-Bedroom First-Floor Retirement Apartment for the Over 70s
West-Facing Position within the Annexe of Catherine Court
Conveniently Located Less Than Five Metres from the Lift
24-Hour On-Site Management & Emergency Call System
Restaurant, Homeowners' Lounge, Function Room & Rooftop Terrace
A particular advantage of this property is its convenient position within the building, located less than five metres from the lift, providing straightforward access between floors.
Upon entering, a welcoming hallway provides access to the principal accommodation. The generous living and dining room enjoys a pleasant west-facing aspect.
The separate fitted kitchen is positioned just off the living room and offers a comprehensive range of wall and base units, integrated appliances and generous worktop space.
The spacious double bedroom provides plenty of room for bedroom furniture and benefits from fitted storage. Completing the accommodation is a well-appointed, shower room with a level-access shower, specifically designed with ease of use and accessibility in mind. The apartment also benefits from underfloor heating and a 24-hour emergency call system.
Catherine Court offers an impressive selection of communal facilities designed to create a welcoming and sociable environment. At the heart of the development is a homeowners' lounge, where regular social events and activities take place, together with a function room and attractive rooftop terrace overlooking the landscaped courtyard. Residents also have access to two fully equipped laundry rooms and an on-site restaurant offering table-service meals freshly prepared each day.
For visiting friends and family, a guest suite is available to book for an additional charge. The development also benefits from 24-hour on-site management, together with a personal emergency pendant and additional call points within the bedroom and bathroom, providing further peace of mind.
Parking can also be available on an allocated basis, subject to availability and an additional purchase/cost.
The development is ideally positioned for Eastleigh town centre, with the High Street and its wide range of shops, cafés and everyday amenities close by. Eastleigh railway station and excellent local transport links further enhance the convenience of the location.
Leasehold
Unexpired Years: 111
Annual Ground Rent: £435.00
Ground Rent Increase: Annually
Ground Rent Review Period: Annually
Annual Service: £10,553.88
These details are to be confirmed by the vendor's solicitor and must be verified by a buyer's solicitor.
Agents Note: Where this property is subject to estate management, service, and/or ground rent charges, an administrative fee may be payable to the management company to transfer these charges into the buyer’s name upon completion.
Additional information
Materials used in construction: Ask agent
For further information on broadband and mobile coverage, please refer to the Ofcom Checker online
Should a purchaser(s) have an offer accepted on a property marketed by Charters Estate Agents, they will need to undertake an identification check. This is done to meet our obligation under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml) and is a legal requirement. We use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £60 inc. VAT per purchaser, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Situated in a popular location, this property enjoys the advantages of easy access to the family-friendly Eastleigh town centre, as well as the vibrant cities of Southampton and Winchester with their wide range of leisure facilities and shopping opportunities. The nearby Eastleigh mainline railway station provides convenient and frequent services to London Waterloo. In addition, Southampton International Airport is just a short drive away, and the property enjoys easy access to major road links including the M3 and M27.
Catherine Court is an Assisted Living development built by McCarthy & Stone, designed specifically for the over 70s, for those who wish to enjoy independent living but may need some extra care and support. There is an Estate Manager who leads the team and oversees the development. Each apartment has a fully fitted kitchen, underfloor heating, fitted and tiled shower room with level access shower and a 24 hour emergency call system. Communal facilities include a homeowners lounge where social events and activities take place, a function room and a roof top terrace overlooking the landscaped courtyard. There is a fully equipped laundry room and a restaurant which is table service and serves freshly prepared meals daily. If your guests wish to stay, there is guest suite accommodation which can be booked (fees apply). There is a 24 hour emergency call system provided by a personal pendant and call points in your bedroom and bathroom as well as onsite management 24 hours a day.
Mortgage calculator
£350 per month
70+ lenders and 10,000+ products
The monthly repayments provided are estimates and should be used as a guide only. The actual amount you can borrow will depend on your personal financial situation and subject to a full application. For a more precise estimate, please use the Mojo mortgage calculator. Your home or property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
More information
Tenure
Leasehold (110 years)
Service charge
£10,554 per year
Council tax band
B
Ground rent
£435
Ground rent date of next review



.png)