2 bed flat for sale

London Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1

Outstanding is probably the best description for this tastefully presented two bedroom, two shower room penthouse apartment at The Clockhouse. A fantastic opportunity to acquire a 'one off' and highly desirable property with its own allocated car parking space within this sought after development.

Summary

This well presented luxury apartment is one of the larger two bedroom options within The Clockhouse Retirement Living Plus development built by McCarthy & Stone. Designed primarily for the over 70s, it provides secure accommodation for those who wish to enjoy independent living but also provides extra care and support if required. There is an Estate Manager who leads the team and oversees the development.

This penthouse apartment has a spacious living room with an open plan modern fully fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms with the master having a walk in wardrobe and en-suite shower room, a further shower room with level access shower and a 24 hour emergency call system.

Facilities include a homeowners lounge where social events and activities take place, a function room, wellbeing suite/hairdressing salon and landscaped gardens with summer house. There is a fully equipped laundry room and bistro/restaurant which is table service and serves freshly prepared meals daily. If your guests wish to stay, there is guest suite accommodation which can be booked (fees apply). There is a 24 hour emergency call system provided by a personal pendant and call points in entrance hall, bedroom and bathroom as well as onsite management 24 hours a day.

One hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge at The Clockhouse with additional services including care and support available at an extra charge.

The Clockhouse is ideally situated a short bus ride into the bustling town centre, voted the best luxury shopping destination outside London, offering a range of amenities and activities to enjoy as well as plenty of green space provided by the many local parks in the area such as Loseley Park and Pewley Down nearby. Historic Guildford provides an excellent location for an active and independent retirement. The town centre offers an exclusive range of boutique shops and high street stores, as well as a variety of eateries and entertainment. The development is just a short walk from The Spectrum Leisure Centre, which offers a comprehensive programme of daily activities. Sources of entertainment include a cinema, theatre and galleries. Less than a mile away is Burpham Village which is home to a parade of small shops, two large supermarkets and award winning Sutherland Memorial Park which provides a wide range of sporting and recreational facilities.

Guildford also benefits from excellent transport links to surrounding towns and cities via rail and road. Easy access to the local bus services and major arterial roads including the A3, M3 and M25. The railway station has trains running directly to London Waterloo.

Entrance Hall

Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response system is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a large walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom. Doors lead to the bedrooms, living room and shower room.

Living Room

An immaculately presented living room of much larger proportions than other two bedroom apartments within The Clockhouse this penthouse is absolutely superb and must be seen to be appreciated. Full length double glazed windows. TV and telephone points, Sky/Sky+ connection point. Ceiling lights. Fitted carpets, raised electric power sockets. Leads onto an open plan kitchen.

Kitchen

A modern and thoughtfully designed fully fitted kitchen with an excellent range of base and wall units and drawers with contrasting work surfaces and breakfast bar. Stainless steel sink with mono lever tap and drainer. Waist level electric oven with microwave oven above, ceramic hob, cooker hood, integral dish washer and integral fridge freezer.

Bedroom One With En-Suite Shower Room

Spacious double bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe housing rails and shelving. Ceiling lights, TV and phone point, full length window with views out onto the landscaped gardens. Door to en-suite shower room.

En-Suite Shower Room

Part tiled and fitted with suite comprising of level access shower with thermostatically controlled shower. Low level close coupled WC, vanity unit with wash basin and mirror above. Light fitting with integral shaving point, electric ladder style heater and extractor fan.

Bedroom Two

A second double bedroom of excellent proportions with windows overlooking the landscaped gardens. Fitted double wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors. Raised electrical sockets, ceiling lights.

Shower Room

Second shower room with part tiled walls and underfloor heating. Shower cubicle with thermostatically controlled shower, WC and pedestal wash hand basin with chromed lever mixer tap, mirror with light and shaver points and heated towel rail.

Allocated Car Parking

This apartment has an allocated car parking bay.

Service Charge (Breakdown)

Service Charge

• 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
• Cost of Staff
• One hour of cleaning per week

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

Service Charge; £15,040.51 per annum (for financial year ending June 2026)

The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity within the apartment or TV. To find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estates Manager.

Leasehold

Lease 999 Years from January 2017
Ground Rent: £525 per annum
Ground Rent review date: January 2032

Additional Information & Services

• Fibre to the cabinet 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 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