1 bed Flat For Sale £249,500
A fantastic opportunity to acquire possibly the largest of all the one bedroom apartments at Crayshaw court. It is beautifully presented and benefits from having a dual aspect living room. The stunning second floor retirement apartment within this sought after development is close to all local amenities and river walks.
Summary
Crayshaw Court was purpose built by McCarthy & Stone for retirement living. The development consists of 54 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 60s. There is a House Manager on site and a 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in the hallway, bedroom and bathroom as well as being located throughout the development.
It is situated in central Caversham, close to shops including Waitrose, Iceland, hair salons, cafes, small restaurants and local amenities including pharmacies, care providers, banks and a major nhs gp practice with health center.
Caversham occupies the North bank of the river Thames. The riverside promenade is a short walk away and leads to a footbridge to the train station and Reading town center.
There are frequent trains to London Paddington, Waterloo, Oxford, Gatwick and gwr, Cross Country and forthcoming Crossrail services. There are bus stops nearby for good bus services throughout the local area and to Henley, Oxford and beyond.
It is a condition of purchase that all residents must meet the age requirements of 60 years.
Entrance Hall
Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - the 24-hour Tunstall emergency system and controlled access entry phone unit is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, doors lead to the bedroom, living room and shower room.
Living Room
A stunning double aspect and well-proportioned living room. TV and telephone points, Sky/Sky+ connection point. Two ceiling lights. Fitted carpets, raised electric power sockets. Partially glazed door leads onto a separate kitchen.
Kitchen
Fully fitted modern kitchen with an excellent range of base and wall units and contrasting worktops, tiled floor. Stainless steel sink with lever tap. Built-in electric oven, ceramic hob and extractor hood. Fitted integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher and under pelmet lighting.
Bedroom
Spacious double bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe housing rails and shelving. Ceiling lights, TV and phone point. This beautiful bedroom has enough space for additional furniture.
Shower Room
Fully tiled, fitted with suite comprising of walk-in level access shower with thermostatically controlled shower and grab rails. Low level WC, vanity unit with sink and storage beneath, mirror with light and shaver socket above. Emergency cord. Velux style window allowing natural light and ventilation.
Service Charge (Breakdown)
• 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 service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.
Service charge: £2,413.20 pa (for financial year ending 04/23)
Leasehold
Lease Length: 125 years from 2012
Ground Rent: £425
Ground rent review date: June 2027
Summary
Crayshaw Court was purpose built by McCarthy & Stone for retirement living. The development consists of 54 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 60s. There is a House Manager on site and a 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in the hallway, bedroom and bathroom as well as being located throughout the development.
It is situated in central Caversham, close to shops including Waitrose, Iceland, hair salons, cafes, small restaurants and local amenities including pharmacies, care providers, banks and a major nhs gp practice with health center.
Caversham occupies the North bank of the river Thames. The riverside promenade is a short walk away and leads to a footbridge to the train station and Reading town center.
There are frequent trains to London Paddington, Waterloo, Oxford, Gatwick and gwr, Cross Country and forthcoming Crossrail services. There are bus stops nearby for good bus services throughout the local area and to Henley, Oxford and beyond.
It is a condition of purchase that all residents must meet the age requirements of 60 years.
Entrance Hall
Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - the 24-hour Tunstall emergency system and controlled access entry phone unit is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, doors lead to the bedroom, living room and shower room.
Living Room
A stunning double aspect and well-proportioned living room. TV and telephone points, Sky/Sky+ connection point. Two ceiling lights. Fitted carpets, raised electric power sockets. Partially glazed door leads onto a separate kitchen.
Kitchen
Fully fitted modern kitchen with an excellent range of base and wall units and contrasting worktops, tiled floor. Stainless steel sink with lever tap. Built-in electric oven, ceramic hob and extractor hood. Fitted integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher and under pelmet lighting.
Bedroom
Spacious double bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe housing rails and shelving. Ceiling lights, TV and phone point. This beautiful bedroom has enough space for additional furniture.
Shower Room
Fully tiled, fitted with suite comprising of walk-in level access shower with thermostatically controlled shower and grab rails. Low level WC, vanity unit with sink and storage beneath, mirror with light and shaver socket above. Emergency cord. Velux style window allowing natural light and ventilation.
Service Charge (Breakdown)
• 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 service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.
Service charge: £2,413.20 pa (for financial year ending 04/23)
Leasehold
Lease Length: 125 years from 2012
Ground Rent: £425
Ground rent review date: June 2027
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