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£245,000

2 bed flat for sale
Burlington Gardens, Leyland PR25

    • 2 beds

    • 2 baths

    • 1 reception

  • EPC Rating: B

  • Retirement
  • Leasehold

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About this property

  • Two bedroom / 2 bathroom apartment

  • Spacious and beautifully presented

  • Juliette balcony

  • On-site bistro style restaurant

  • Domestic assistance (1hr included in service charge - additional hours by arrangement)

  • Estate Manager and on-site staffing 24-hours a day

  • Homeowner's Lounge and Guest suite

  • Personal care packages available from the onsite cqc registered care agency

  • Part exchange scheme available

  • Energy efficient apartment

An exceptional chance to acquire a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment boasting a Juliette balcony nestled within the prestigious Balshaw Court. Situated on the second floor, this residence offers unparalleled comfort and elegance.

Balshaw Court

Designed exclusively with the over 70’s in mind, this Retirement Living plus developments allows you to carry on living independently in a home you own, with the help of on-site flexible care and support if you need it, plus the benefit of a Bistro style restaurant serving delicious meals from 10am to 6pm every day.

You can relax in the knowledge that with Retirement Living plus, the on-site team are on hand to provide assistance and flexible care and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The apartments are wheelchair friendly and you’ll find ovens and plug sockets set at waist height. There are easy to use lever taps and grab rails along the hallways, making getting around easier.

You’ll also find a secure charging and storage area for mobility scooters. Peace of mind also comes from a door entry system linked to your TV, so you can see who’s there before letting anyone in, and an intruder alarm, allowing you to relax in the knowledge that you’re safe and secure. The spacious Homeowners lounge is ideal for to leading a full and active social life with both fellow homeowners and friends and family.

If your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (usually for a fee of £25 per night - subject to availability) which has an en-suite shower room, tea and coffee making facilities and a TV.

It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.

Local Area

You’ll find plenty to see and do near the development. For example, it’s only 0.3 miles from South Ribble Museum and Exhibition Centre and Leyland Library. The beautiful Worden Park is also only 0.6 miles away, making it perfect for a leisurely walk.
Also, there is a Post Office and Tesco Extra within a short walking distance, along with other retail and convenience shops.
Just 6 miles from Preston, Leyland has a thriving town centre and is home to Worden Park, a large park of mature woodlands and open meadows. The park is just half a mile from the development site and features many well-marked paths for quiet strolls, a beautiful Georgian walled garden and a delightful little café. Plus, if you have family coming to visit, there’s a large children’s play area, crazy golf and even a hedge maze.

For both seasoned and new golfers alike, Leyland Golf Club is also under a mile away. As well as the 18-hole parkland course, a large practice area is available, with a practice bunker, chipping facilities and a 9-hole putting green. The club is happy to accept new members and also welcomes visitors.

Apartment Overview

A bright and spacious two double bedroom, two bathroom apartment, located on the second floor. A beautiful living room that has a Juliette balcony, inviting natural light and fresh air indoors. The dining area is generously proportioned, offering plenty of room for a dining table and chairs. A modern kitchen with sleek, high gloss base and wall units. A single sink and drainer unit, equipped with a mixer tap and tiled splashback, integrated electric oven and induction four-ring hob, a stylish splashback and extractor hood.

Landscaped Gardens

One of the main social hubs of Balshaw Court 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

Social Lifestyle

The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Balshaw Court and is where the majority of social gatherings take place. Regular activities include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, Chair Yoga, 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.

Service Charge (Breakdown)

•Cleaning of communal windows
•Water rates for communal areas and apartments
•Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
•Window Cleaning (outside only)
•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
•One hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge
•Care staff on-site 24-hours a day
•Running of the on-site restaurant
•Intruder alarm system

The annual service charge is £13,779.37 for financial year ending 28/02/2027.
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 Estates Manager.

Lease Information

Lease Length: 999 years from 2021
Ground rent: £510 per annum
Ground rent review: Jan 2036

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Additional Information & Services

• 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 (996 years)

  • Service charge

    £12,580 per year

  • Council tax band

    D

  • Ground rent

    £510

  • Ground rent date of next review

  • Ground rent review period

    Every 15 years

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