Hindhead Knoll, Walnut Tree

Description

Leasehold, 995 years remaining

This LARGE ONE BEDROOM retirement apartment, set within a McCarthy Stone Retirement Living development for the over 60's, offers modern living with a separate kitchen and large living room with balcony, double bedroom and CONTEMPORARY shower room.

Jupiter House - The development itself boasts the small community feel of Walnut Tree. With 50 apartments (26 one-beds and 24 two-beds), residents have the opportunity to get to know your neighbours well, yet can always have the peace and quiet of your apartment should you need a little time to yourself.

There are beautiful landscaped garden for all homeowners to enjoy, as well as a modern communal lounge where social events take place.

The development further benefits from state-of-the-art security and safety features. In case of emergencies, there is a 24-hour call system in place, plus the House Manager who is available during office hours should you need anything.

Local Area - Living in Walnut Tree:

Walnut Tree is a quiet residential area with a range of local amenities. Plus, just over a mile away is Caldecotte Lake. It is a beautiful place for a stroll and offers acres of stunning parkland, as well as this it is a great place for bird watching. You can even try your luck at water sports on the lake. You may also be interested to know that, during the lake's excavation, a huge dinosaur skeleton (an Ichthyosaur) was uncovered. Thought to be 150 million years old, you can now see the skeleton at Milton Keynes Central Library.

Also, just over a mile from the development is the Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing centre at Kents Hill Park. Here, as well as a gym, a swimming pool and squash and badminton courts, you can make the most of both personal training and beauty therapy services. The centre also runs a range of exercise classes for all levels.

Just a few miles outside Milton Keynes is Bletchley Park. Visit restored code breaking huts, where Enigma messages were decrypted and learn about the impact they had on World War II. Through interactive exhibits, hear the stories of the men and women who worked here, and step inside the spaces that housed the magnificent Turing-Welchman Bombe machines. You can also see recreations of Alan Turing's office and the wartime garages in the Mansion, complete with WWII vehicles.

All within a 20-minute drive of Milton Keynes are the manor houses of Woburn Abbey, Ascott House and Claydon House. At Woburn, marvel at one of the most important private art collections in the world and stroll among its extensive gardens and fine antiques centre. Ascott House is home to some exceptional collections, including paintings, furniture and oriental porcelain. And, at Claydon House, enjoy the tranquil countryside setting and explore its lavish 18th century interiors.

Walnut Tree is a peaceful residential area with many local amenities, including a Tesco Express 0.4 miles away.

Just over 1 mile from the development is Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre. Here, you can find a gym, a swimming pool, squash and badminton courts and exercise classes for all levels.

The Venue MK is also only 0.3 miles away. Here you can enjoy orchestras, concerts and performing arts.

Lease Information - Lease length 999 Years from 1st Jan 2021.

Ground rent £425 per annum.

Ground rent review: 1st Jan 2036.

Service Charge -£251.01 per month which includes the below:

• Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)

• Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)

• Maintenance of building and gardens

• Building insurance

• Development staff

• Future maintenance fund

• Emergency call system

•Income to guest suites and sundry income.

The service charge does not include: Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments), contents insurance, council tax, phone, broadband, TV licence or TV service.