2 bed Flat For Sale £385,000
A beautifully bright two bedroom south facing, ground floor ex showroom retirement apartment with a patio area. Lancer House has amazing communal faculties including an on-site restaurant with table service.
The Development
Lancer House is a Retirement Living plus development, brought to you by McCarthy & Stone. Designed exclusively for the over 70s, this development comprises 53 apartments with numerous communal facilities such as a Club Lounge, a Wellness Suite and a bistro-style restaurant which serves freshly prepared food daily at reasonable prices. The development also provides flexible support packages that can be tailored to suit your needs and management on-site 24 hours a day, Lancer House has everything you need to relax and enjoy your retirement.
The development offers a number of communal areas and facilities such as; The stunning bistro and Club Lounge is designed for you to relax and dine with your new neighbours; The Wellness Suite offers a sanctuary in which to retreat and relax, such as the hair salon and treatment station, the in-house suite gives you the opportunity to book an appointment in advance and enjoy pampering all in the comfort of your development; The fully equipped laundry room provides everything you require for all your washing, drying and ironing needs. The machines are helpfully raised, so there is no need to bend and lift; There is also a Guest Suite accommodation with TV and tea and coffee making facilities available for your friends and family to stay, making it easier for you to host your loved ones.
Lancer House has been built with energy efficiency in mind, including features such as double glazed windows, heat recovery ventilation units, insulated cavity walls and photovoltaic panels which help harness the sun’s solar energy. All of which will help to improve the sustainability of Lancer House and can help you save on those energy bills.
Local Area
There is no shortage of exciting arts venues. Colchester is culturally rich, home to three theatres, an arts centre and galleries including the internationally important Firstsite Gallery. The town has a thriving artistic community. It ensures there are always exhibitions, theatre, music and more to visit. There are also plenty of clubs and societies for those ready to get involved and enjoy making their own artistic and cultural contribution. The countryside around Colchester has a great deal to offer too. From idyllic Constable Country to the stunning Essex Coast there are opportunities for enjoying wildlife, or simply a drive and the chance to discover picturesque villages.
Apartment Overview
McCarthy Stone Resales are proud to bring to the market this south facing two bedroom Ex Show Room apartment. The apartment is neutrally decorated throughout enabling any new purchaser to 'make it their own!' The apartment is situated on the ground floor which is the same level as the onsite Bistro and communal facilities. The light fittings and full length curtains originally part of the show flat décor and will be included in the purchase price.
Entrance Hallway
Front door with letter box and spy hole opens into the hallway. The security door entry system and 24-hour emergency response pull cord system is wall mounted in the hall. Door to a good size walk-in store/airing cupboard. All other doors lead to the lounge, bedrooms, wet room and WC.
Lounge
A generously lounge benefiting from a floor to ceiling window incorporating a door which leads to a paved patio area with bedding plants surrounding and a sunny south facing aspect. The spacious lounge allows ample room for dining. TV point with Sky+ connectivity. Telephone point, two ceiling light fittings and raised electric sockets. Leading onto an open plan kitchen.
Kitchen
Fitted modern kitchen with a range of white high gloss wall and base units with worksurfaces. Integrated Neff appliances throughout including waist height (for minimal bend) oven and microwave above, four ringed hob with extractor hood above. Sink unit with separate drainer and mixer tap sits. Tiled flooring and central light point.
Bedroom
Double bedroom with a sunny south facing floor to ceiling window allowing lots of natural light in and providing garden views. The bedroom has the benefit of a walk in wardrobe offering lots of storage space. TV and telephone point, central ceiling light and raised electric socket
Bedroom Two
Double second bedroom with sunny south facing window providing garden views, this room can also be used for dining or hobby / study room. Central ceiling light and raised electric socket
Wet Room
A modern wet room with a level access walk in shower unit with fitted curtain and grab rails. WC. Vanity unit storage cupboard with wash basin and illuminated mirror above. Emergency response pull cord. Heated towel rail.
Guest Wc
Located off the hallway perfect for guests, WC, wash basin and mirror above. Heated towel rail.
Service Charge (Breakdown)
• 24-Hour on-site staffing
• 1 hour's domestic assistance per week
• 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 please contact your property consultant or estate manager.
Service charge: £9,592.68 p.a (for financial year ending 30/09/22)
Leasehold Information
Lease Length: 999 years from 1st Jan 2019
Ground Rent: Annual fee of £510
Ground rent review date: Jan 2034
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.
The Development
Lancer House is a Retirement Living plus development, brought to you by McCarthy & Stone. Designed exclusively for the over 70s, this development comprises 53 apartments with numerous communal facilities such as a Club Lounge, a Wellness Suite and a bistro-style restaurant which serves freshly prepared food daily at reasonable prices. The development also provides flexible support packages that can be tailored to suit your needs and management on-site 24 hours a day, Lancer House has everything you need to relax and enjoy your retirement.
The development offers a number of communal areas and facilities such as; The stunning bistro and Club Lounge is designed for you to relax and dine with your new neighbours; The Wellness Suite offers a sanctuary in which to retreat and relax, such as the hair salon and treatment station, the in-house suite gives you the opportunity to book an appointment in advance and enjoy pampering all in the comfort of your development; The fully equipped laundry room provides everything you require for all your washing, drying and ironing needs. The machines are helpfully raised, so there is no need to bend and lift; There is also a Guest Suite accommodation with TV and tea and coffee making facilities available for your friends and family to stay, making it easier for you to host your loved ones.
Lancer House has been built with energy efficiency in mind, including features such as double glazed windows, heat recovery ventilation units, insulated cavity walls and photovoltaic panels which help harness the sun’s solar energy. All of which will help to improve the sustainability of Lancer House and can help you save on those energy bills.
Local Area
There is no shortage of exciting arts venues. Colchester is culturally rich, home to three theatres, an arts centre and galleries including the internationally important Firstsite Gallery. The town has a thriving artistic community. It ensures there are always exhibitions, theatre, music and more to visit. There are also plenty of clubs and societies for those ready to get involved and enjoy making their own artistic and cultural contribution. The countryside around Colchester has a great deal to offer too. From idyllic Constable Country to the stunning Essex Coast there are opportunities for enjoying wildlife, or simply a drive and the chance to discover picturesque villages.
Apartment Overview
McCarthy Stone Resales are proud to bring to the market this south facing two bedroom Ex Show Room apartment. The apartment is neutrally decorated throughout enabling any new purchaser to 'make it their own!' The apartment is situated on the ground floor which is the same level as the onsite Bistro and communal facilities. The light fittings and full length curtains originally part of the show flat décor and will be included in the purchase price.
Entrance Hallway
Front door with letter box and spy hole opens into the hallway. The security door entry system and 24-hour emergency response pull cord system is wall mounted in the hall. Door to a good size walk-in store/airing cupboard. All other doors lead to the lounge, bedrooms, wet room and WC.
Lounge
A generously lounge benefiting from a floor to ceiling window incorporating a door which leads to a paved patio area with bedding plants surrounding and a sunny south facing aspect. The spacious lounge allows ample room for dining. TV point with Sky+ connectivity. Telephone point, two ceiling light fittings and raised electric sockets. Leading onto an open plan kitchen.
Kitchen
Fitted modern kitchen with a range of white high gloss wall and base units with worksurfaces. Integrated Neff appliances throughout including waist height (for minimal bend) oven and microwave above, four ringed hob with extractor hood above. Sink unit with separate drainer and mixer tap sits. Tiled flooring and central light point.
Bedroom
Double bedroom with a sunny south facing floor to ceiling window allowing lots of natural light in and providing garden views. The bedroom has the benefit of a walk in wardrobe offering lots of storage space. TV and telephone point, central ceiling light and raised electric socket
Bedroom Two
Double second bedroom with sunny south facing window providing garden views, this room can also be used for dining or hobby / study room. Central ceiling light and raised electric socket
Wet Room
A modern wet room with a level access walk in shower unit with fitted curtain and grab rails. WC. Vanity unit storage cupboard with wash basin and illuminated mirror above. Emergency response pull cord. Heated towel rail.
Guest Wc
Located off the hallway perfect for guests, WC, wash basin and mirror above. Heated towel rail.
Service Charge (Breakdown)
• 24-Hour on-site staffing
• 1 hour's domestic assistance per week
• 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 please contact your property consultant or estate manager.
Service charge: £9,592.68 p.a (for financial year ending 30/09/22)
Leasehold Information
Lease Length: 999 years from 1st Jan 2019
Ground Rent: Annual fee of £510
Ground rent review date: Jan 2034
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.
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