1 bed flat for sale

Cainscross Road, Stroud GL5

Hunters Estate Agents are delighted to be offer this top floor 1 bedroom retirement apartment located in the popular Stroudwater Court retirement development by McCarthy & Stone. Stroudwater Court is a canal side development overlooking the Stroudwater canal, and the ever popular amenities which Stroud has to offer are a short walk away, this charming 1 bedroom flat on the top floor is presented in good decorative order comprising a lounge/dining room, kitchen with some built in appliances, Shower/wet room and a double bedroom with a walk in wardrobe.

Situation

Stroudwater Court enjoys a prime location in the charming market town of Stroud, ‘the Covent Garden of the Cotswolds’. This premium collection of age-exclusive (60 years and above) apartments is perfect for those seeking a relaxed yet active retirement in Gloucestershire. The Stroudwater Court complex features a selection of social areas, including the homeowners’ lounge with views of the canal, and terrace garden that overlooks the lock. There is also a beautifully maintained outside area. Homeowners also benefit from a guest suite that’s available for your friends and family (subject to availability - usually priced at £25 a night) and a communal laundry room. Stroudwater Court has outstanding security features, such as a camera entry system and 24-hour emergency calls. There is also lift and wheelchair access throughout the development. It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over (55 years or over for subsequent residents).

Communal Entrance

Lift or staircase to top floor.

Entrance Hall

Storage cupboard housing hot water tank and electric trip box. Underfloor heating, entry phone handset. Doors to....

Living/Dining Room (6.55m x 3.15m (21'5" x 10'4"))

Door to kitchen, 2 double glazed windows to the front and underfloor heating.

Kitchen (2.34m x 2.18m (7'8" x 7'1"))

A good range of filled wall and base kitchen units, roll-top work surfaces, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, built-in oven, hob, fridge & freezer, tiled floor, electric underfloor heating, double glazed window.

Bedroom (3.76m x 3.38m (12'4" x 11'1"))

Two double glazed windows, walk in wardrobe with automatic light, underfloor heating.

Shower Room (2.16m x 2.01m (7'1" x 6'7"))

A suite comprises: WC, wash basin with vanity storage, shower with glass screen, heated towel rail, recessed lights, extractor.

Communal Gardens

There are maintained communal grounds which incorporate a sunny terrace with views directly over the canal, with a block paved pathway which leads to a paved area to the far end passing grassed areas and shrub beds along the way.

Management Company

The service charge is currently is £2977.44 per annum with a ground rent of £450. 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 (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

Tenure

The property is leasehold and has a 125 year lease from 2016.

Communal Lounge

All residents benefits from use of the communal lounge with kitchen area. Various activities happen during the day & evening including coffee mornings, movie night, games night, etc

Parking

There is limited number of parking spaces available in Stroudwater Court. If none are available, the residents goes on the reserved list. There is a fee of £250 per annum. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.

Guest Suite

Family or friends can book and stay in the guest suite within Stroudwater Court at a small charge of approx. £25 per night.

Laundry Room

All residents have use of the laundry room which has washing machine, tumble dryers and ironing facilities available. The main community board is also located in here.

Store Room

There is a store room located within the building which allow residents to store mobility scooters.

House Manager

The house manager works Monday to Friday and take cares of all the residents and assist with anything they might need help with.

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