1 bed Flat For Sale £230,000
Isabel Court, Cowick Street, Exeter

A one bedroom retirement apartment, with walk out balcony, situated in this sought after development in the vibrant city of Exeter - exclusively available to the over 55's.

Summary - Completed in early 2012, Isabel Court is a wonderful development of private apartments built by award-winning developers McCarthy Stone. Specifically designed for 'Retirement Lifestyle' for those over 55 years of age, the development enjoys a host of facilities for the benefit of home owners including; a super communal lounge, a lift service all floors, mobility scooter store, laundry room and a landscaped garden backing onto the adjacent St. Thomas Park. Further peace-of-mind is found in the service provided by the excellent House Manager who oversees the smooth running of the development. There is also a 24-hour emergency call system in the apartments and communal areas. A guest suite is available for family and friends, for which a small charge of £25 per night is made.

It's so easy to make new friends and to exercise both body and mind at Isabel Court; there are always plenty of regular activities to choose from including; coffee mornings, games and quiz nights, seasonal and themed events and occasional organised trips. Whilst there is something for everyone there is certainly no obligation to participate and home owners can 'dip in and out' of activities as they wish.

Isabel Court is located on an active suburban Street with a plethora of shops (a Tesco Express is adjacent to the development), restaurants and bars, hairdressers, health centre and so many other useful amenities. Bus routes are located outside the development whilst Exeter St Thomas rail station is at the Eastern end of Cowick Street less than a quarter of a mile away.


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Entrance Hallway - Having a solid Oak veneered entrance door with spy-hole, security intercom system that provides both a visual (via the home-owners TV) and verbal link to the main development entrance door. Electric panel heater. Emergency pull cord, large walk-in boiler cupboard with light and shelving housing the Gledhill boiler supplying domestic hot water and concealed 'Vent Axia' heat exchange system utilising the hot air generated within the property and recirculating this back into the principle rooms. A feature glazed panelled door leads to the Living room.

Living Room - There is a double-glazed French door and matching side panel opening onto a good-sized balcony. Focal point 'Minster styled' fireplace with a 'coal effect' inset electric fire, two Dimplex electric panel heater. A feature glazed panelled door leads to the kitchen.

Balcony - A good sized covered balcony with outside light and ample space for 'Bistro' styled patio furniture.

Kitchen - With a double-glazed window. Modern range of 'maple effect' fitted wall and base units with contrasting laminate worktops and incorporating a stainless steel inset sink unit. Integrated appliances include; a four-ringed hob with stainless steel chimney extractor hood over, high level single oven and concealed fridge and freezer. Extensively tiled walls and tiled floor. Ceiling spot light fitting.

Double Bedroom - Double-glazed window, fitted wardrobe with hanging rail, shelving and mirror-fronted sliding doors, electric panel heater.

Shower Room - Modern white suite comprising; shower cubicle, low-level WC, vanity wash-hand basin with under-sink cupboard and mirror with strip light and shaver point over, Fully tiled walls and floor, electric wall heater, electric heated towel rail, emergency pull cord.

General Information - There are lovely landscaped communal gardens backing onto a pleasant park. Car parking is available with a yearly permit at a charge of around £250 per annum - subject to availability.

Service Charge (Breakdown) - . Cleaning of communal windows & external 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, but does include the cost of your House Manager, your water rates, the 24-hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service charge: £2,367.24 per annum (for financial year ending 31/03/2024)

Lease: 125 Years from the 1st June 2011

Ground Rent: £425 per annum
Ground rent review date: June 2031