£347,500
1 bed flat for salePeel Court, College Way, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL8
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: C
- Retirement
- Leasehold
McCarthy Stone - RESALES
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About this property
Bright and Spacious Apartment
Modern Kitchen with Built-In Appliances
Double Bedroom with Fitted Wardrobes
Close to all Amenities
Communal Lounge and Games Room
Guest Suite
Landscaped Gardens
On Site Restaurant
24-hour Estate Management Team
24-Hour Emergency Response System
Well presented one bedroom apartment situated on the third floor benefitting from a modern kitchen with built in appliances, double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a contemporary shower room. Peel Court is a retirement living plus development offering excellent communal facilities including a restaurant, landscaped gardens and communal lounge where social events take place.
Peel Court
Peel Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living plus range and is facilitated to provide it's homeowners with extra care, if needed, offering thoughtfully-designed, low-maintenance, private apartments in prime locations with communal areas for socialising, including a chef-run restaurant. Our dedicated on-site team, led by our Estates Manager, provide tailored care packages, so you only ever have to pay for the help you actually use. The 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.
Local Area
The Hertfordshire town of Welwyn Garden City, one of the first creations of planned towns combining the benefits of the city and countryside. All amenities are within easy access, High Street brands, bars, cafes and restaurants as well as supermarkets such as Waitrose and Sainsburys. If you like spending time out doors, there's no shortage of places to visit such as Brocket Hall, park and gardens, Hatfield House and Stanborough Park are close by. Sherrards Wood is opposite the development. Excellent transport links by car to A1M and A414. There's bus links to the major nearby towns of Stevenage, Hatfield, St. Albans and Hemel Hempstead, as well as neighbouring villages Woolmer Green and Knebworth. Regular trains run to London Kings Cross, Stevenage, Hitchin, Cambridge and Perterborough.
Entrance Hall
Front door with spy hole and letter box leads into the spacious entrance hall. Wall mounted emergency intercom and door entry system. Walk in storage cupboard. Under floor heating runs throughout the apartment. Doors giving access to Lounge, Bedroom and Shower Room.
Lounge
Bright and airy west facing lounge with outlook towards the side of the development. This room also provides space for dining table and chairs. TV, telephone point, raised power points and ceiling light fittings. Partially glazed door to separate Kitchen.
Kitchen
Modern kitchen with a range of modern wall, base units and fitted work surfaces and tiling over. A stainless steel sink unit, with drainer and mixer tap. Waist level oven with side opening door and four ringed induction hob with chrome extractor hood over. Integrated fridge and freezer. Large west facing window provides plenty of natural light in. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating, ceiling spotlights, under unit lighting.
Bedroom
Double bedroom with a west facing window with outlook towards the side of development. The bedroom has the benefit of a built in wardrobe with mirror fronted sliding doors. TV, telephone point, raised power points and ceiling light fittings. Emergency pull cord.
Shower Room
Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of level access shower. Low level WC, vanity unit with wash basin and mirror above. Shaving point, electric heater and extractor fan.
Service Charge
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
• 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
• The running costs of the onsite restaurant
• 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.
The annual service charge is £9,851.57 for financial year ending 31/03/2026.
Ask about our free entitlements service to find out what benefits you may be entitled to.
Lease Information
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2028
Lease: 125 Years from 1st January 2013
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.
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.
• 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
• Copper Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
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Tenure
Leasehold (112 years)
Service charge
£9,852 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
£435
Ground rent date of next review