1 bed flat for sale

Tresham Close, St. Marys Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire NN15

This ground floor, one bedroom retirement apartment boasts with direct access to the communal gardens through the patio doors. Number 2 offers excellent communal facilities including landscaped gardens and communal lounge where social events take place.

Mckinlay Court

Kettering is home to McKinlay Court, a McCarthy & Stone Retirement Living development designed specifically for the over 60's. The development has a dedicated House Manager on site during working hours to take care of things and make you feel at home. There's no need to worry about the burden of maintenance costs as the service charge covers the cost of all external maintenance, gardening and landscaping, external window cleaning, buildings insurance, water rates and security systems. All energy costs of the laundry room, homeowners lounge and other communal areas are also covered in the service charge. 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). It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or of age or over.

Apartment Overview

This stunning ground-floor apartment benefits from direct access to a private patio area through the spacious living room. The beautifully proportioned living space features an attractive central focal point fireplace, along with ample room for a dining area, making it perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. The well-appointed bedroom boasts a generous walk-in wardrobe, offering plenty of storage space while maintaining a sense of comfort and style.

Entrance Hall

Front door with spy hole leads to the entrance hall. The 24-hour Tunstall emergency response system is situated in the hall. Door to a large, walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Smoke detector. Security door entry system. Doors lead to the shower room, living room and bedroom.

Living Room

This spacious and bright living room benefits from direct access to the patio area through double-glazed doors, creating a light and welcoming space. There is ample room for both dining and comfortable seating, making it ideal for relaxing and entertaining. The room also features TV and telephone points, along with two ceiling light fittings and a fireplace, adding to it's character and appeal. A part glazed door leads through to the separate, well appointed kitchen.

Kitchen

Fully fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units, drawers with roll top work surface over and wall tiling. Stainless steel sink with mixer tap sits below the double glazed window. Built-in oven. With space above for a microwave. Four ringed ceramic hob and fitted extractor hood above. Integrated fridge and freezer. Ceiling spotlights. Floor tiling.

Bedroom

The bright and airy bedroom has a double glazed window. Walk-in wardrobe with shelving and hanging rails provides plenty of storage space. Central ceiling light fitting. Wall mounted panel heater. Ceiling light, TV and telephone point

Shower Room

Fully tiled and fitted with a shower cubicle, WC, wash hand basin and fitted mirror above. Wall mounted heated towel rail. Emergency pull-cord.

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

The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV, but does include the cost of your House Manager, your water rates, our 24 hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Service Charge: £2,703.97 (for financial year ending 30th September 2026)

Ground Rent

Ground rent: £425
Ground rent review: January 2029

Lease Information

125 years from 2014

Car Parking Scheme

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