Spence Close, Eastleigh £450,000

ABSOLUTELY IMMACULATELY PRESENTED and with quality wood effect flooring to the hall, kitchen and lounge, this spacious first floor two-bedroom apartment features a dual aspect living room with East-facing balcony and a South facing window. The living room has a feature fireplace and doors opening to a stylish kitchen/diner, which is in as new condition and has an East-facing window behind the sink. There’s a good range of white kitchen units with a limed oak style worktop, an induction hob plus a range of Zanussi integrated appliances, including a washer-dryer, combi-oven, microwave, dishwasher and full-size fridge-freezer. The kitchen has room for a small dining table, as shown in the photos.

The central hallway is accessed via a lift from the ground floor, which services the three apartments in the block, the other two apartments being on the other side. This results in no 30 having a very quiet and private detached position with no immediate neighbour. The wide entrance hallway contains a double cupboard with storage rack and a WC cloakroom with a white suite, plus there is ample room for a desk or bookcase in the hall if required.

Both double-sized bedrooms are West-facing and each have built-in wardrobes with both shelves and hanging space. There’s a bay window and a stylish Jack & Jill style ensuite shower room to the master bedroom, which has a wetroom style shower and a safety grab rail. Benefitting from energy-efficient underfloor heating, modern double-glazed windows and good storage space, the apartment has neutral décor, quality carpets to both bedrooms and all blinds and curtains can be included.

Bishopstoke Park retirement village offers stunning apartments in beautiful surroundings, first class facilities, and a vibrant community. The best of luxury living is combined with an independent lifestyle designed around you, creating a unique experience.

Taking pride of place is the painstakingly restored 19th-century Mount building, providing a unique focal point for village life. A state-of-the-art wellness centre and spa offers a 15-metre swimming pool, Whirlpool bath, steam room, sauna, plus a fully equipped gymnasium offering a range of fitness classes. Nestled alongside the Mount are Cotton's Café/deli and Antler’s bar and restaurant - both vibrant spaces where you can relax and be proud to entertain.

All residents pay a contribution to the running costs of facilities, support services and maintenance of the building and grounds which is known as the 'service charge'. The lease provides that each year you must pay ground rent which for the first 25 years will be £500 a year. The deferred sinking fund contribution of 4% goes towards a fund which we build up over time to meet the cost of major repairs and refurbishment works which are not covered by the monthly service charge. The contribution is payable on resale.

We believe in promoting independence with dignity, whilst at the same time striving to maintain and improve your quality of life. We understand that life changes as you get older. There comes a time when some extra assistance may be required to help complete those day-to-day tasks which were once dealt with more easily. The village offers a comprehensive range of housekeeping and personal care services including at various hourly rates through our registered homecare service and housekeeping team. This is managed through separate contracts with individual residents.


Key Facts

Lease: 125 years from 1st Jan 2017 (approx. 118 years remaining)

Service Charge: £649.97 pcm (£149.30 pw), to be reviewed annually and updated from 1st April each year

Ground Rent: £500 per year, to be reviewed every 25 years (next review is due in 2042)

Council Tax band: D

Sinking Fund: 4% on sale

Age Criteria: Sole occupiers or at least one partner in a couple must be 65 or over