2 bed flat for sale

Booth Court, Handford Road, Ipswich IP1

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A spacious two bedroom south facing second floor apartment situated within a desirable retirement living plus development offering excellent communal facilities including a restaurant, function room, landscaped gardens and communal lounge where social events take place. This stunning apartment also features a dual aspect lounge and south facing juliet balcony over looking the gardens.

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Lunch At Booth Court

Enjoy lunch on us when you take A tour of booth court - book now!

Booth Court Summary

The development overlooks the Alderman Canal and Alderman Road Recreation Ground and Nature Reserve, providing a variety of walks on the doorstep. Booth Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living plus range (Assisted Living) and is facilitated to provide it's homeowners' with extra care.
An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment. There are a range of personal care packages to suit your requirements - these are provided by the onsite cqc registered care agency. For your reassurance the development is fitted with 24-Hour CCTV and a secure entry system.
The development has a homeowners' lounge for socialising with friends and family and, for your convenience, an onsite restaurant with freshly cooked meals provided everyday. It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.

Entrance Hallway

Door to airing cupboard housing the hot water system, and fitted with shelving. Wall mounted emergency intercom. Doors leading to lounge, both bedrooms and wet room.

Lounge

A generously sized dual aspect lounge which also boasts a Juliet balcony, making this stunning south facing apartment bright and airy. TV and telephone points, raised power points and two ceiling lights. Part glazed door leading to separate kitchen.

Kitchen

Fully fitted kitchen with a range of base and eye level units and drawers. Single drainer sink unit with mixer tap. Four ring induction hob with extractor hood above. Built in waist height electric oven with space over for a microwave. Central ceiling and under pelmet lighting.

Master Bedroom

This spacious bedroom boasts a walk in wardrobe with shelving and hanging rail. TV and telephone point, raised power points and ceiling light. Emergency pull-cord.

Bedroom Two

Double second bedroom which could be used for dining or a hobby / study room. Raised power points and ceiling light.

Wet Room

Fully fitted suite comprising of a level access wet room style shower with curtain fitted with support rails. Vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and mirror above. WC. Heated towel rail, ceiling spotlights, extractor fan and slip resistant safety flooring. Emergency pull-cord.

Service Charge (Breakdown)

What your service charge pays for:
• Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• cqc Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
• The running costs of the onsite restaurant
• 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in communal areas
• Cleaning of communal areas daily
• Cleaning of windows
• Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds
• Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates
The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.

Service charge: £13,779.84 per annum (for financial year ending 3/03/2026).

Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to supporting you with service charges and living costs.
(Often offset by Government Entitlements e.g. Attendance Allowance £3,500-£5,200pa).

Car Parking Permit Scheme

Parking is by allocated space subject to availability, the fee is £250 per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the Estate Manager on site for availability.

Leasehold Information

Lease length: 125 years from 1st Jan 2013
Ground rent: £510 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2028

Moving Made Easy & Additional Information

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 that can assist with service charges or living costs.
• 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 check our webpage additional services or speak with our property consultant


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