1 bedroom retirement property for sale

Situated within the prestigious Austen Place development in the heart of Alton, this beautifully appointed one-bedroom retirement apartment offers comfort, style and peace of mind in equal measure.

Located on the second floor, the apartment features a modern fitted kitchen, shower room, and a light and airy living area that opens onto a private balcony—the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the landscaped surroundings.

Designed with independent living in mind, Austen Place is an exclusive retirement development spread over three floors. It boasts stunning communal gardens, a permit-holder and visitor car park, and a range of on-site amenities including a guest suite for overnight visitors, ensuring friends and family are always welcome.

With its central location, high-spec finish, and thoughtful communal features, 48 Austen Place offers an exceptional standard of retirement living in one of Hampshire’s most charming market towns.

For those who need a little extra support, domestic assistance and personal care are also available by arrangement, while all apartments are equipped with a 24-hour emergency call system and an Estates Manager on-hand for any problems.

FURTHER INFORMATION
The development comprises 27 one bedroom and 29 two bedroom apartments, exclusively for those over 70
Communal parking, although parking spaces can be leased on an annual basis
Indoor cats allowed
Dog allowed but must be kept on a lead in communal areas
Guest Suite
Camera entry system
24/7 call system
Communal lounge and hobby room

Leasehold. 999 years from 2018
Annual Ground Rent £435 reviewed annually
Current Annual Service Charge £8,804.64
Mains water, drainage and electricity
Electric heating
East Hampshire District Council. Tax Band B

The market town of Alton provides an excellent variety of shops and amenities including a main line station with services into London Waterloo in just over one hour, which is also the home of the Watercress Line Heritage Steam Railway. Close to the station is Waitrose and on the edge of the town are Aldi, Lidl and Wickes. The High Street and Town Centre features Sainsburys, M&S Foodhall, Iceland, Boots, Superdrug, Costa, Nero, Grape Tree, Holland & Barratt and W H Smith along with pubs, coffee shops and restaurants, museum and gallery. There is a weekly produce market in the High Street and regular craft and farmers markets. The town is surrounded by countryside where outdoor activities can be enjoyed and Alton Sports Centre provides a wide range of facilities. There are schools for all ages in the town including HSDC Alton College offering A level and vocational courses. The nearby A31 provides links to Farnham, the A3, M3 and Winchester and the A339 links to Basingstoke.

For further information or to book a viewing appointment, please contact the team at Homes Alton office