3 bed flat for sale

Ravenshaw Court, Four Ashes Road, Bentley Heath, Solihull, West Midlands B93

A well presented three bedroom retirement apartment, exclusively designed for the over 70s and offering spacious, well-planned accommodation throughout. The principal bedroom benefits from a modern en-suite bathroom and shower, while a separate shower room provides added convenience for residents and guests alike.

At the heart of the apartment is a generous living room/dining area, featuring a Juliet balcony that enjoys pleasant garden views.

This attractive apartment combines comfort, independence and security within a welcoming retirement community, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a relaxed and sociable lifestyle.

Ravenshaw Court

Situated within the leafy village of Bentley Heath, Ravenshaw Court is a stunning development of 51 one and two bedroom apartments, thoughtfully designed exclusively for the over 70s. Ravenshaw Court is one of McCarthy & Stone's Retirement Living plus range (known previously as Assisted Living) and is facilitated to provide it's homeowners with extra care. An Estate 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 hour's domestic assistance per week; however additional hour's can be arranged by prior arrangement. There are a range of personal care packages to suit your requirements - provided by the Your Life Care & Management team. In addition to the 1 hour's domestic assistance included in your service charge, there are an assortment of bespoke packages on offer to suit the individual needs of each homeowner. These comprise: Domestic support, Ironing & Laundry, Shopping, Personal care, Medication, Companionship (please speak to the Property Consultant for further details and a breakdown of charges). Bentley Heath has plenty of green spaces on offer as well as stunning views across the Warwickshire countryside, yet is also in a convenient location for your local amenities with Dorridge village centre less than a mile away, providing a supermarket, convenience store, gp surgery and retailers. Exclusive features available at Ravenshaw Court include; a stylish homeowners' lounge, a table-service restaurant serving hot lunches daily, secluded gardens maintained for you all year round, a function room, and a guest suite. The Homeowners' lounge provides a great space to socialise with friends and family and, if your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (fees apply - subject to availability). With qualified staff on-site 24 hours a day, a 24-hour emergency call system and camera entry system in each apartment, you can rest assured in your new home. Public transport links are also strong in the area with Dorridge train station offering connection to Solihull in just 8 minutes, Warwick in 15 minutes and Stratford-upon-Avon in 30 minutes. The local bus service operates every half an hour to Dorridge, Knowle, Henley-in-Arden, Stratford-upon-Avon, Solihull and Birmingham - all from bus stops less than 300m from Ravenshaw Court. It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years of age or over.

Apartment Overview

A rare opportunity to acquire one of only two three-bedroom apartments within this prestigious retirement development, offering exceptional space and versatility seldom found in retirement living.

This beautifully presented and spacious apartment enjoying a desirable aspect with a Juliette balcony overlooking the immaculately maintained communal gardens. The generous living/dining room provides an attractive and comfortable space for relaxing and entertaining, featuring a modern fireplace.

The separate fitted kitchen offers a range of stylish wall and base units, complemented by integrated appliances including a fridge/freezer, ceramic hob, extractor hood and waist-height oven. The principal bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe and a well-appointed en-suite bathroom with both a bath and level access shower. A further two versatile bedrooms provide ideal accommodation for guests, hobbies or a home office, and are served by an additional shower room.

This attractive apartment combines spacious accommodation, excellent storage and pleasant garden views, all within a welcoming retirement community designed for comfortable and independent living.

Social Lifestyle

The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Ravenshaw Court and is where the majority of social gatherings take place. Regular activities include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, Chair Yoga, quiz and movie nights. They're a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbours and make new friends, but there's never any obligation to join in, you can socialise as much or as little as you want.

Additional Services & Information

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

Moving Made Easy

Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:

• free Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to.

• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.

• Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.

• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.

For more information speak with our Property Consultant today.

Service Charge

What your service charge pays for:
• Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• cqc Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
• 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in communal areas
• The running costs of the onsite restaurant
• Cleaning of communal areas daily
• Cleaning of windows
• Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds
• Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates

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

Service charge: £13,661.88 per annum (up to financial year end 30/09/2027).

Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to.

Lease Length

125 years from 1st June 2015
Annual Ground Rent - £510
Ground Rent Review 1st June 2030

Parking

The fee is usually £250 per annum, but may vary by development. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.