1 bed flat for sale

Clarkson Court, Ipswich Road, Woodbridge IP12

A sunny south east facing one bedroom apartment situated on the second floor with garden outlook. Clarkson Court is a McCarthy Stone retirement living development with communal lounge with social activities.
**Entitlements Advice and Part Exchange available - speak to your Property Consultant for more information**

Clarkson Court

Clarkson Court was purpose-built by McCarthy &Stone in for over 60s retirement living. The development consists of 70 one and two-bedroom apartments. The recently refurbished homeowners’ lounge is a great space for social events and includes regular coffee mornings, art classes, movie nights, and fish and chip suppers and are there for you to join in as you wish. The beautifully maintained gardens are perfect for a stroll around or sit and enjoy the views. The dedicated House Manager is on-site during the day to take care of things and make you feel at home. If your friends and family wish to visit from afar, Clarkson Court benefits from two guest suites at a cost of £30 per night. Your House Manager will be able to advise on availability and booking procedure.

Local Area

Clarkson Court is situated less than half a mile away from The Thoroughfare, which boasts a ‘real shopping ‘experience with over 100 specialist independent shops ranging from boutiques and antique shops to cafes and restaurants. These are complemented by larger national stores.
Framfield House medical centre is sited just a few minutes’ walk from Clarkson Court.
Residents of Clarkson Court can take advantage of good transport links. There are many bus services that run to, from and through Woodbridge, serving many of the surrounding towns and villages and there are frequent buses to Ipswich. Woodbridge is ideally placed to explore the surrounding areas with easy access to the A12 and with it’s own railway station which is linked to the main national railway system.
The East Suffolk line runs from Ipswich to Lowestoft and offers pleasant train journeys through the coastal and heathland of Suffolk. London is less than 2 hours away by train with direct trains to and from London Liverpool Street.
With all this and more Clarkson Court is the perfect place for a happy and enjoyable retirement.

The Apartment

Sunny south east facing aspect with views of the communal gardens. The apartment is situated on the second floor and can be accessed by either the stairs or lift which are both close-by.

Entrance Hallway

Front door with spy hole leads to the spacious entrance hall where the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response system is situated. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard. Ceiling light, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom and is linked to the TV so residents can see who is trying to gain entry. Doors lead to the lounge, bedroom and shower room.

Lounge

Spacious lounge with a south east facing window with views towards the communal gardens. The room provides ample space for dining and has an electric fire and surround. TV and telephone points, two ceiling light points and raised electric power sockets. Doors leading to the separate kitchen.

Kitchen

Fitted modern kitchen with a range of base and wall units. Stainless steel sink with mono block lever tap sits below the window with blind. Built in waist height electric oven with matching microwave above. Four ring electric hob with chimney extractor hood above. Integrated fridge and freezer. Under counter lighting and ceiling lighting.

Bedroom

Double master bedroom with south east facing window providing views of the communal gardens. Built in mirror fronted wardrobe provides ample hanging rails. TV and telephone points, ceiling light point and raised electric power sockets.

Shower Room

Fully fitted suite comprising with a panel bath with shower above, glass screen and support rails, WC, vanity unit containing hand basin with mirror above. Full height wall tiling, anti-slip floor, ceiling lighting and emergency pull cord.

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. To find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service charge: £2,828.52 per annum (up to financial year end 28/02/2026).
Check out benefits you may be entitled to supporting you with service charges and living costs. (often offset by Government Entitlements eg Attendance Allowance £3,500-£5,200)'.

Leasehold Information

Lease Length: 125 years from 1st June 2008
Ground Rent: £730.81 per annum
Ground Rent Review: 1st June 2039

Car Parking

The parking at Clarkson Court is not allocated and works on a first come first served basis.

Moving Made Easy & Additional Services

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


• Fibre to the cabinet & Copper Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage