Spence Close, Eastleigh £380,000

This spacious ground floor one-bedroom apartment boasts a triple aspect living/dining room with East-facing bay window to the front, patio doors to the side and a West-facing kitchen window. The living room has a feature fireplace and doors opening to a stylish white and grey kitchen, which has an induction hob plus a range of Zanussi integrated appliances, including a washer-dryer, combi-oven, dishwasher and full-size fridge-freezer. There's outside space for patio furniture both to the side patio garden and at the front of the property, plus there's an outside tap under the kitchen window.

The entrance hallway contains three double cupboards with space for storage of items, plus there is room for a table, desk or bookcase in the hall if required.

The double-sized bedroom is dual aspect with the main window being West-facing. There's a dressing area with two banks of four-door built-in wardrobes sited opposite each other, having both shelves and hanging space. There’s also a stylish Jack & Jill style ensuite bathroom, which has a bath with shower over and a safety grab rail. With energy-efficient underfloor heating, modern double-glazed windows and good storage space, this attractive and homely apartment also benefits from neutral décor and carpets/floorcoverings throughout. The sofa bed in the living room can be purchased with the property if required.

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: £649.97 pcm (£149.30 pw), 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: B

Sinking Fund: 4% on sale

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