2 bed flat for sale

Smithson Court, Top Lane, Copmanthorpe, York YO23

A well presented two bedroom, two shower room, apartment located on the first floor. This mccarthy stone Retirement Living development just 15 minutes from York city center and on a bus route.

**Entitlements Advice and Part Exchange available - speak to your Property Consultant for more information**

Smithson Court

Smithson Court, built by McCarthy & Stone has been designed and constructed for modern retirement living. The development consists of 28 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 60s. The apartments boast Sky/Sky+ connection points in living room, walk-in wardrobes in main bedroom and security camera door entry system via TV channel 400 so you know who you are letting in! The apartments have underfloor heating which is controlled via individual thermostats in each room, the cost of which is covered in the service charge.
The dedicated House Manager is on site during working hours and for your peace of mind the development has camera door entry and 24-hour emergency call systems, should you require assistance.
The Homeowners' lounge provides a great space to socialise with 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).

Location

Smithson Court is situated in Copmanthorpe a suburb of York located to the South west of the city just off the A64. The historic village has grown from a small community to a large flourishing village. There are a selection of local shops and services at the heart of Copmanthorpe including a library, doctors and a recreation centre. The City of York which is just 4 miles from Copmanthorpe has a wealth of shops and local attractions for residents and visitors alike, and there are 4 out of town shopping areas; Clifton Moor, Monks Cross, Vanguard and the McArthur Glen Designer outlet. The local bus service provided by several companies has bus stops in either direction immediately adjacent to Smithson Court and further connects the village to York, Tadcaster and Leeds.

Entrance Hall

Front door with spy hole leads to the entrance hall - Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom and 24-hour emergency response pull cord system are situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a storage/utility room with space for a washing machine. Further doors lead to the living/dining room, bedrooms and shower room.

Living/Dining Room

A bright and generously proportioned south-easterly-facing lounge, offering excellent space for both comfortable living and dining. Flooded with natural light, the room is complemented by fitted carpets, raised electrical power sockets, TV and telephone points, and a Sky/Sky+ connection point. A partially glazed door leads through to the separate kitchen.

Kitchen

Stylish modern kitchen with tiled flooring and tiled splash backs, fitted with wood-effect units, chrome handles, and a granite effect worktop. A stainless-steel sink with mono lever mixer tap and drainer is set beneath a window, providing plenty of natural light. Integrated appliances include a raised-level oven, 4 ringed ceramic hob, extractor hood, and fridge and freezer.

Bedroom One

Generous south-easterly-facing bedroom benefiting from a walk-in wardrobe with fitted shelving and hanging rails. The room features fitted carpets, raised electrical power sockets, and TV and telephone points. It also provides direct access to a private en-suite shower room.

En-Suite Shower Room

Fully tiled and fitted with a modern suite comprising a double walk-in shower with glass screen and grab rail, WC, and a vanity unit with wash hand basin and mirror above. The room also benefits from a towel rail, extractor fan, and emergency pull cord.

Bedroom Two

A good size double bedroom which could also be used as a study or dining room. There are TV and telephone points, fitted carpets, raised electric power sockets and a window to bring in some natural light.

Shower Room

Fully tiled and fitted with a double walk-in shower with glass screen and hand rail, WC; vanity sink and mirror above with shaving light. Electric heated towel rail, extractor fan and emergency pull cord.

Service Charge

• House manager
• Underfloor heating
• 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. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service charge: £5,426.66 for the financial year ending 30th September 2026.

Car Parking Permit Scheme

Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is £250 per annum, permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.

Leasehold Information

Lease Length: 125 years from 2015
Ground rent: £495 per annum
Managed by: McCarthy Stone Management Services
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over.