A SPACIOUS two bedroom apartment with VIEWS OVER DEVELOPMENT GARDENS and driveway, situated on the FIRST FLOOR of a McCARTHY STONE retirement living development with a BUS STOP directly outside and within a SHORT DISTANCE of Retford Market place. COMPETITIVE PART EXCHANGE OFFER AVAILABLE, WITH LEGAL FEES AND REMOVALS SUPPORT.

Charter Court - Charter Court is situated in the popular market town of Retford. The developemnt of 57, one and two bedroom apartments has been designed and constructed by McCarthy & Stone, the UK's leading developer of privately owned retirement properties. The development sits within beautiful communal gardens to be enjoyed by the Home Owners. The apartments offer Sky connection points in living rooms, built in wardrobes in the main bedroom and well equipped kitchens. The dedicated House Manager is on site during their working hours (Mon-Fri ) to take care of the running of the development. There is no need to worry about the burden of maintenance costs as the service charge covers the cost of all external maintenance, gardening and landscaping, external window cleaning, buildings insurance, water rates and security systems. All energy costs of the homeowners lounge and other communal areas are also covered in the service charge. For your peace of mind the development has camera door entry and 24-hour emergency call systems, should you require assistance. The Homeowners' lounge provides a great space to socialise with friends and family. If your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (usually for a fee of £25 per night - subject to availability).

Local Area - The historic market town of Retford is situated 31 miles from Nottingham and 23 miles from Lincoln. The town is in the valley of the River Idle and Chesterfield canal passes through the centre. There's plenty to do close by including the town centre with it's selection of independant shops, bars and restaurants and Morrisons supermarket a short walk away. The health centre, library and banks can also be found in Retford.
For days out, Kings Park in the heart of Retford, an award winning park covering over 10 hectares and divided in two by the River Idle. Enjoy a stroll around the rose, wildlife and community gardens, or join in a game of bowls.

Entrance Hall - Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom and the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system are situated in the hall. there are two storage cupboards in the hall, one of which is a walk-in storage/airing cupboard. Further doors lead to the lounge, bedrooms and bathroom.

Living Room - A spacious room with window overlooking the development and gardens. The rooms footprint and size means it could easily accommodate a dining table and chairs. There are TV and telephone points, two ceiling lights, raised electric power sockets and an electric wall mounted heater. Partially glazed double doors lead into the separate kitchen.

Kitchen - Fitted kitchen with a range of wood effect base and eye level units with a granite effect roll edge work surfaces and a tiled splash back. Stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap sits beneath a double glazed window overlooking the communal gardens. Fully integrated appliances comprising fridge, freezer, mid level electric oven, and induction hob with extractor fan over. Power points, under counter lighting and slip resistant flooring.

Bedroom One - A generously sized dual aspect double bedroom benefitting from views onto the gardens. Built in double wardrobes with bi-fold, mirror fronted doors, housing rails and shelving. Central ceiling light , TV and telephone point and wall mounted electric heater.

Bedroom Two - Spacious second bedroom with views over the development. Central ceiling light, TV and telephone point and wall mounted electric heater.

Bathroom - Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of a bath with shower over head, hand rail and shower curtain, WC, vanity unit with wash basin and mirror and shaver point above . Wall mounted heated towel rail and emergency pull-cord.

Service Charge (Breakdown) - . House Manager
. Cleaning of communal windows
. Water rates for communal areas and apartments
. 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. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service charge: £2,957.40 per annum (for financial year end 28th February 2023)

Lease Information - Lease Length: 125 years from 2009
Ground rent: £495 per annum
Ground rent review: January 2024
Managed by: McCarthy and Stone Management Services
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over.

Car Parking - Car park spaces are available on a first come, first served basis at no additional cost. Subject to availability.

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