1 bed Flat For Sale £150,000
Rykeneld Court, Knutton Road, Newcastle

Elevate your retirement lifestyle with this meticulously designed ground-floor corner apartment, boasting energy efficiency and a serene private patio that offers views of meticulously landscaped communal gardens.

Rykeneld Court - Rykeneld Court in Wolstanton is positioned on the outskirts of the thriving market town of Newcastle-under-Lyme - a shoppers delight to visit on market days.

The development has a dedicated House Manager on site during the day to take care of things and make you feel at home. There's 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 CCTV 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) which has an en-suite shower room, tea and coffee making facilities and a TV.

It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over.

Entrance Hall - Entrance to a spacious storage cupboard with dedicated provisions for a washer/dryer, including plumbing. Conveniently mounted on the wall, the thermostat control regulates the efficient underfloor heating system (Economy 10). Additionally, an emergency call module ensures safety and prompt assistance.

Living Room - A dual-aspect living room boasting UPVC double glazed doors that open to a private patio area, as well as a UPVC double glazed window on the side elevation. It is equipped with TV and telephone points, ample power outlets, and the comfort of underfloor heating. The seamless connection to the kitchen is facilitated by part-glazed double doors.

Kitchen - A double glazed UPVC window sits above a stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap. Fully integrated appliances include fridge and freezer. Built in electric oven. Electric induction hob with splash-back panel and extractor hood above. Down lighters beneath wall mounted units. Under-floor heating.

Bedroom - A room featuring a UPVC double glazed window that allows ample natural light. It comes equipped with convenient amenities, including TV and telephone points. A spacious walk-in wardrobe adds to the functionality of the space, providing ample storage. The underfloor heating ensures a comfortable environment throughout.

Bathroom - A bathroom equipped with a wall-mounted wash hand basin, complemented by a well-placed mirror. It features a WC (water closet), a convenient shower cubicle, and a wall-mounted towel rail for added comfort. Ensuring safety, there's an emergency pull-cord within easy reach for immediate assistance if needed.

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, but does include the cost of your House Manager, your water rates, our 24-hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service charge: £2,792.56 per annum (up to financial year end 30/06/2024).

Parking Permit Scheme-Subject To Availability - The fee is usually £250 per annum, but may vary by development. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.

Lease Information - 999 years from 1st Jan 2016

Ground Rent - Ground rent: £425 per annum
Ground rent review: Jan 2031