**ONE BEDROOM FIRST FLOOR RETIREMENT APARTMENT**

Welcome to Southcote Lodge! Churchill Sales & Lettings are delighted to be marketing this lovely one bedroom first floor apartment. The property is presented in good order throughout and is conveniently located near the carpark providing easy access.

The Lounge offers a feature electric fireplace with attractive surround. There is ample space for living and dining room furniture and a large window provides lots of natural light.

The Kitchen is accessed via the Lounge and offers a range of eye and base level units with working surfaces over and tiled splashbacks. There is a 4-ring electric hob with extractor hood over and space for an oven, a washing machine and fridge/freezer. A window provides light and ventilation.

The Bedroom is a good size double room with built in wardrobe. There is also space for additional bedroom furniture if required. A window keeps this lovely bedroom bright and light.

The Shower room offers a large shower tray, a WC and wash hand basin with vanity unit beneath and cabinet above.

Call us today to book your viewing at Southcote Lodge!

Southcote Lodge is an attractive property situated on the west side of Reading and about 2 miles from the town centre. It is adjacent to some lovely open park land and consists of 26 one and two bedroom flats. These include mobility standard and wheelchair properties.

The Lodge manager is on hand throughout the day to support the Owners and keep the development in perfect shape as well as arranging many regular events in the Owners’ Lounge from coffee mornings to games afternoons. They are also responsible for the day to day running of the court including looking after the Health & Safety, property management and resident engagement

Southcote Lodge has been designed with safety and security at the forefront. The apartment has an emergency Careline system installed, monitored by the onsite Development Manager during the day and 24 hours, 365 days a year by the Careline team. Secure door entry system and sophisticated fire and smoke detection systems throughout both the apartment and communal areas provide unrivalled peace of mind.

Southcote Lodge is managed by the award-winning Churchill Estates Management, working closely with Churchill Living and Churchill Sales & Lettings to maintain the highest standards of maintenance and service for every lodge and owner.

Southcote Lodge accepts residents over the age of 55.

Service Charge (Year Ending 30th March 2025): £2,635.44 per annum.

Ground Rent: There is no ground rent collected at this development.

Council Tax: Band C

A new 99 year lease is assigned upon completion.

2.5% of the sale price, plus an additional 0.5% of the sale price for each year of occupation, is payable by way of a transfer fee by the seller.

Please check regarding Pets with Churchill Estates Management. Any consents given in relation to pets are subject to the terms of the lease and any further rules and regulations made by Churchill Estates Management.

Service charges include: Careline system, buildings insurance, water rates, communal lighting, heating and cleaning, communal utilities and maintenance, garden maintenance, lift maintenance, Local Housing Manager.