1 bed flat for sale in Booth Court, Handford Road, Ipswich IP1, £70,000

70,000.00

Offer Nr.:
64917801
Type of ad:
for Sale
Property type:
1 bed flat
Bedrooms:
1
Bathrooms:
1
Reception rooms:
1
Contact name:
McCarthy Stone - RESALES
Phone(s):
01202 984855

* Leasehold
* South facing apartment
* Garden and canal views
* Superbly presented
* Estate Manager - 24hr on call
* Table service restaurant
* Personal care packages
* Function room with computer
* Home Owner lounge with television
* Domestic assistance (i hour a week included in service charge)
A well presented one bedroom first floor garden facing apartment situated
within Booth Court a popular mccarthy stone retirement development.
**Summary**
The development overlooks the Alderman Canal and Alderman Road Recreation
Ground and Nature Reserve, providing a variety of walks on the doorstep. Booth
Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living plus range (Assisted
Living) and is facilitated to provide it's homeowners' with extra care.
An Estates 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 hours domestic assistance per week, however,
additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment. There are a range of
personal care packages to suit your requirements - these are provided by the
onsite cqc registered care agency. For your reassurance the development is
fitted with 24 - Hour CCTV and a secure entry system.
The development has a homeowners' lounge for socialising with friends and
family and, for your convenience, an onsite restaurant with freshly cooked
meals provided everyday. It is a condition of purchase that residents must
meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.
**Entrance Hall**
Front door with spy hole Airing cupboard housing the hot water system and
fitted with shelving. Wall mounted emergency intercom. Doors leading to
bathroom, bedroom and the lounge.
**Lounge**
A bright and airy south facing lounge with views towards the well maintained
communal gardens from the window. This generous room provides ample space for
dining, ideally in front of the mentioned window and has an electric fire with
surround which acts as an attractive focal point. TV and telephone points. Two
ceiling light points, raised electric power sockets. Part glazed door leading
to separate kitchen.
**Kitchen**
Fully fitted kitchen with a range of base and eye level units and drawers. An
auto opening double glazed window which faces south and provides garden views
sits above a single drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Built in waist heigh
electric oven (for minimum bend) with space over for a microwave. Four ring
induction hob with extractor hood above. Integrated fridge and freezer.
Central ceiling light and ceramic floor tiles.
**Bedroom**
Double bedroom with double glazed window providing garden views. Fitted,
mirror fronted wardrobes providing hanging rails and storage. TV and telephone
points. Two ceiling light points, raised electric power sockets and emergency
pull - cord.
**Bathroom/Shower Room**
Wet room with fully tiled walls and slip resistant safety flooring. Level
access shower with curtain and separate panel bath both with support rails.
Vanity unit with inset wash hand basin fitted mirror above. WC. Heated towel
rail, central ceiling light. Extractor fan. Emergency pull - cord.
**Service Charge**
• 24hour onsite staffing
• Running of the onsite restaurant
• 1 hours domestic assistance per week
• Heating for communal areas
• Water rates for communal areas
• Cleaning of communal 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 including internal and external redecoration of communal
areas
Buildings insurance
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 for year ending 31st March 2024 is £8, 957. 28
**Car Parking Permit**
Parking is by allocated space subject to availability, the fee is usually £250
per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please
check with the Estate Manager on site for availability.
**Ground Rent**
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2028
**Lease Information**
125 years from 1st Jan 2013

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