£280,000

2 bed flat for sale
Miami House, Princes Road, Chelmsford CM2

    • 2 beds

    • 2 baths

    • 2 receptions

  • EPC Rating: B

  • Retirement
  • Leasehold

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About this property

  • Retirement

  • Part exchange, entitlements advice, removals and solicitors all available – please talk with the property consultant for more information

  • Enjoy lunch on us when you take A tour of miami house - book now!

  • Spacious Two Bedroom, First Floor Apartment

  • Cqc registered Care Team

  • Estate Manager *& 24-Hour Staffing & Emergency Call Systems

  • Restaurant

  • Communal Lounge

  • Guest Suite

  • Secure Video Entry Systems

*enjoy lunch on us when you view miami house - book now!*

This beautifully bright and spacious two-bedroom apartment is situated on the first floor and benefits from direct access to a private balcony, providing the perfect spot to relax, enjoy some fresh air and make the most of your surroundings. Offering generous accommodation and plenty of natural light, this appealing apartment provides a comfortable setting for independent living, with the added reassurance of support available when needed. Miami House is designed to make retirement living as enjoyable and convenient as possible, with quality care services delivered by an experienced, cqc-registered Estates team. Residents can benefit from a welcoming community atmosphere, opportunities to socialise and a range of on-site facilities and services designed to support a relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle. Combining bright and spacious interiors, private outdoor space and the reassurance of on-site support, this apartment presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy retirement living in a desirable Chelmsford location.

*part exchange & entitlements advice available*

Miami House

Miami House is a Retirement Living plus development, brought to you by McCarthy and Stone. Designed for the over 70s, this development comprises 58 stylish one and two bedroom apartments with numerous communal facilities such as a Club Lounge, Guest Suite and beautiful landscaped gardens to enjoy with family and friends. For your convenience, Miami House features an on-site waitress service bistro/restaurant with freshly cooked meals provided every day

For your peace of mind there's a 24 hour emergency call system provided by a personal pendant, as well as an on-site Estate Manager. You will be able to see who's calling for you at the development front door with the camera entry system linked to your TV screen. Getting around at night is helped by having illuminated light switches.

Outside of your apartment there are plenty of facilities to enjoy. At the heart of the development is our Club Lounge, providing a great place to meet up with friends, old and new and is convenient when family come to visit. Socialise as much or as little as you like; your Estate Manager is not only there to take care of the development but is on hand to facilitate events and activities that you can choose to be part of.

You can sit back and relax in the landscaped gardens that have been thoughtfully designed to enjoy throughout the seasons. If your friends and family have travelled from afar, the Guest Suite is available to book and comprises a twin room with TV, tea & coffee making facilities and an en-suite shower room.

Miami House has a Laundry Room and a fantastic Spa Room. As well as lift access to all floors.

Local Area

Local Area - Miami House is superbly positioned, just a short walk from the wonderful Oaklands Park, Museum and Café. There is a Tesco Superstore, complete with Costa Coffee, Timpson shoe repair and pharmacy, just a few minutes away. A regular bus service runs close by the development, allowing residents to visit central Chelmsford very easily.

Chelmsford's centre boasts The Meadows and High Chelmer malls, an M&S and Bond Street with a John Lewis and Foyles bookstore. Chelmsford City Theatres offers an array of wonderful shows, while Chelmsford Cathedral holds free lunch-time performances by soloists and ensembles, making it a great place to meet with friends and enjoy music and refreshments in stunning surroundings.

You are well located at Miami House, with the A12 close by, rail services to London Liverpool Street in 35 minutes and Stansted airport just a 30 minute drive away.

Apartment Summary

*enjoy lunch on us when you view miami house - book now!*

This beautifully bright and spacious two-bedroom apartment is situated on the first floor and benefits from direct access to a private balcony, providing the perfect spot to relax, enjoy some fresh air and make the most of your surroundings. Offering generous accommodation and plenty of natural light, this appealing apartment provides a comfortable setting for independent living, with the added reassurance of support available when needed. Miami House is designed to make retirement living as enjoyable and convenient as possible, with quality care services delivered by an experienced, cqc-registered Estates team. Residents can benefit from a welcoming community atmosphere, opportunities to socialise and a range of on-site facilities and services designed to support a relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle. Combining bright and spacious interiors, private outdoor space and the reassurance of on-site support, this apartment presents an excellent opportunity to enjoy retirement living in a desirable Chelmsford location.

*part exchange & entitlements advice available*

Social Lifestyle

The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Miami House and is where the majority of social gatherings take place. Regular activities include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, quiz and movie nights. They're a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbours and make new friends, but there's never any obligation to join in, you can socialise as much or as little as you want.

Lifestyle Services

Lifestyle Services at our Miami House development are designed to make everyday life easier, giving you more time to enjoy your retirement. From help with household tasks such as cleaning, laundry and shopping, to support with collecting prescriptions and other day-to-day errands, services can be tailored to your needs. Delivered by friendly on-site teams, Lifestyle Services provide added convenience, reassurance and flexibility, helping you maintain your independence while enjoying the lifestyle you want.

The Restaurant/Bistro

Serving everyday classics and tempting treats, the subsidised chef-run restaurant at Miami House serve freshly prepared food all year round. Perfect for those days when you don't feel like cooking or when guests come to visit. Take a look at our sample menu to see the delicious meals on offer - all at incredibly low prices.

Landscaped Gardens

One of the main social hubs of Miami House is the large patio area in the communal garden. This space is enjoyed by many of the homeowners throughout the year. Best of all, Your McCarthy Stone take care of all the maintenance, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the beautiful gardens blossom and bloom throughout the seasons.

“The gardens are beautiful all year round and there are plenty of opportunities to spend time together with other neighbours, if you want the interaction.” – McCarthy Stone Homeowner

Care & Support

The personal care services available at Miami House can help you do more of the things you love and enjoy peace of mind when you need a helping hand. You'll get to know the dedicated cqc registered care and support team who are onsite each day, led by our wonderful Estates Manager. They can assist with anything from changing your bed and doing your laundry, to escorting you to appointments and helping you get washed and dressed ready for the day. What's more, the services are flexible, so you can tailor your care package to suit your needs - just speak with the Estates Manager who will be happy to help organise a care package ready for when you move in.

Service Charge Breakdown

• 1hr domestic assistance per week
• On-site Estate Manager and team
• 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 contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.

Annual Service charge £12,508.76 for financial year end 31/03/2027)

**Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled to.

Lease Information

Ground rent: £510 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2034
Lease: 999 Years from 1st Jan 2019

Additional Information & Services

**Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled to.
** Part Exchange ** We offer Part-Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
** Removal Service** Get a quote from our Partner Removal Service who can declutter and move you in to your new home.
** Solicitors** Get a quote from our panel solicitors who have dealt with a number of sales and purchases and therefore familiar with the McCarthy Stone set up.
For more information check our webpage additional services or speak with our property consultant


• Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage

Moving Made Easy

Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:

• free Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to.

• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.

• Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.

• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.

For more information speak with our Property Consultant today.

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (992 years)

  • Service charge

    £12,509 per year

  • Council tax band

    E

  • Ground rent

    £510

  • Ground rent date of next review

  • Ground rent review period

    Every 15 years

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