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Retirement
Leasehold
£135,000
1 bed flat for sale
Goodes Court, Baldock Road, Royston SG81 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC rating: B
Key Information
Tenure:
Leasehold (112 years)
Service charge:
£9,657 per year
Council tax band:
B
Ground rent:
£435
Ground rent date of next review:
Local area information
Property location
Nearby amenities
- Tannery Drift School 0.3 miles
- Royston 0.6 miles
- St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School 0.8 miles
- Ashwell & Morden 3.3 miles
These distances are calculated in a straight line. The actual route and distance may vary.
Features and description
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Open Day
- Leasehold
- Spacious one bedroom apartment
- Dual aspect spacious living room
- Generous storage and built-in wardrobe
- Lifts to all floors
- Fitted kitchen with waist height oven
- Stunning landscaped gardens with ample seating
- Communal lounge & function room to socialise with new friends
- Table service restaurant serving freshly prepared meals
- Guest suite for when family and friends come to stay
- Ask about our free Entitlements Advice
*join us for fizz, cake & entertainment - Thursday 5th September 2024 - 10AM-4PM - book your place today!*
full refurbishment of all communal spaces coming soon - ready for summer!
Enjoy lunch on us when you take A tour of goodes court - book now!
A spacious one bedroom second floor apartment situated within the popular McCarthy Stone Retirement Living plus development, Goodes Court. A fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant retirement community in the heart of Royston with onsite restaurant, as well as care and support services available.
About Goodes Court
The bustling market town of Royston is situated on the borders of Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire and is home to Goodes Court. Part of McCarthy & Stone's Retirement Living plus range (formally assisted living), Goodes Court is equipped to offer various levels of care depending on your needs. The development is situated on Baldock Road, close to Royston Heath and next to Royston golf course.
Just 150 yards away, the traditional town centre offers a variety of of high street shops and amenities. Goodes Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living plus range and is facilitated to provide it's homeowners' with extra care. An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment.
Social Activities
The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Goodes Court and is where the majority of social gatherings take place. Regular activities include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, Chair Yoga, quiz and movie nights. They're a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbours and make new friends, but there's never any obligation to join in, you can socialise as much or as little as you want.
To make life even more convenient for homeowners there are two local Hairdressers and a Foot Health Practitioner that visit Goodes Court on a regular basis and always happy to welcome new clients.
Care & Support
The personal care services available at Goodes Court can help you do more of the things you love and enjoy peace of mind when you need a helping hand. You'll get to know the dedicated cqc registered care and support team who are onsite each day, led by our wonderful Estates Manager. They can assist with anything from changing your bed and doing your laundry, to escorting you to appointments and helping you get washed and dressed ready for the day. What's more, the services are flexible, so you can tailor your care package to suit your needs - just speak with the Estates Manager who will be happy to help organise a care package ready for when you move in.
The Restaurant
Serving everyday classics and tempting treats, the subsidised chef-run restaurant at Goodes Court serve freshly prepared food all year round. Perfect for those days when you don't feel like cooking or when guests come to visit. Take a look at our sample menu to see the delicious meals on offer - all at incredibly low prices.
Landscaped Gardens
Goodes Court boasts extensive landscaped gardens which wraps around the development. Paved pathways allow you to explore the grounds easily, whilst the ample seating provides the perfect place for you to sit and enjoy the gardens blossom and bloom throughout the seasons. All the communal grounds are fully maintained, however if you do enjoy gardening, there is always opportunities to get involved as much as you like. Many of our 'green-fingered' communities have raised beds where homeowners can grow their own produce and still keep a hand in their favourite pastime.
About 47 Goodes Court
The front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall where the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response module is located. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector. Security door entry system with intercom. Doors lead to the wet room, bedroom and lounge.
Lounge
The generously sized lounge has the benefit of two double glazed windows which allows lots of natural light in. The room provides ample space for dining. Has a feature electric fire and surround which acts as an attractive focal point. TV point with Sky+ connectivity. Two ceiling lights, two wall panelled heaters, raised power sockets and fitted carpets.
Kitchen
Kitchen fitted with a wide range of base and wall units which are again fitted with roll edge work surfaces. The electric oven is built in at work surface height for easy usage. There is a ceramic four ringed hob which sits beneath the extractor hood. Also benefits from an integrated fridge. A double glazed window sits in front of the stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer.
Bedroom
A spacious double bedroom with a built in wardrobe with mirror fronted sliding doors. TV and telephone point. Large double glazed window, emergency pull cord, central ceiling light, wall panelled heater, raised power sockets and fitted carpets.
Wet Room
A purpose built wet room, with non slip safety flooring, equipped with low level bath and shower with curtain, both fitted with support rails. Vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and storage, fitted mirror and shaver point, WC, wall mounted heated towel rail and emergency pull-cord.
Service Charge
What your service charge pays for:
• Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• cqc Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
• 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in communal areas
• The running costs of the onsite restaurant
• Cleaning of communal areas daily
• Cleaning of windows
• Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds
• Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates
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 Estate Manager.
Service Charge: £13,023.70 per annum (for financial year ending 31/03/2025).
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).
Car Parking (Permit Scheme)
Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is usually £250 per annum, permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Lease Information
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review date: 1st June 2026
Lease Length: 125 years from 1st June 2011
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.
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 speak with our Property Consultant today.
Additional Information & Services
• Gfast Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
full refurbishment of all communal spaces coming soon - ready for summer!
Enjoy lunch on us when you take A tour of goodes court - book now!
A spacious one bedroom second floor apartment situated within the popular McCarthy Stone Retirement Living plus development, Goodes Court. A fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant retirement community in the heart of Royston with onsite restaurant, as well as care and support services available.
About Goodes Court
The bustling market town of Royston is situated on the borders of Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire and is home to Goodes Court. Part of McCarthy & Stone's Retirement Living plus range (formally assisted living), Goodes Court is equipped to offer various levels of care depending on your needs. The development is situated on Baldock Road, close to Royston Heath and next to Royston golf course.
Just 150 yards away, the traditional town centre offers a variety of of high street shops and amenities. Goodes Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living plus range and is facilitated to provide it's homeowners' with extra care. An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment.
Social Activities
The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Goodes Court and is where the majority of social gatherings take place. Regular activities include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, Chair Yoga, quiz and movie nights. They're a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbours and make new friends, but there's never any obligation to join in, you can socialise as much or as little as you want.
To make life even more convenient for homeowners there are two local Hairdressers and a Foot Health Practitioner that visit Goodes Court on a regular basis and always happy to welcome new clients.
Care & Support
The personal care services available at Goodes Court can help you do more of the things you love and enjoy peace of mind when you need a helping hand. You'll get to know the dedicated cqc registered care and support team who are onsite each day, led by our wonderful Estates Manager. They can assist with anything from changing your bed and doing your laundry, to escorting you to appointments and helping you get washed and dressed ready for the day. What's more, the services are flexible, so you can tailor your care package to suit your needs - just speak with the Estates Manager who will be happy to help organise a care package ready for when you move in.
The Restaurant
Serving everyday classics and tempting treats, the subsidised chef-run restaurant at Goodes Court serve freshly prepared food all year round. Perfect for those days when you don't feel like cooking or when guests come to visit. Take a look at our sample menu to see the delicious meals on offer - all at incredibly low prices.
Landscaped Gardens
Goodes Court boasts extensive landscaped gardens which wraps around the development. Paved pathways allow you to explore the grounds easily, whilst the ample seating provides the perfect place for you to sit and enjoy the gardens blossom and bloom throughout the seasons. All the communal grounds are fully maintained, however if you do enjoy gardening, there is always opportunities to get involved as much as you like. Many of our 'green-fingered' communities have raised beds where homeowners can grow their own produce and still keep a hand in their favourite pastime.
About 47 Goodes Court
The front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall where the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response module is located. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector. Security door entry system with intercom. Doors lead to the wet room, bedroom and lounge.
Lounge
The generously sized lounge has the benefit of two double glazed windows which allows lots of natural light in. The room provides ample space for dining. Has a feature electric fire and surround which acts as an attractive focal point. TV point with Sky+ connectivity. Two ceiling lights, two wall panelled heaters, raised power sockets and fitted carpets.
Kitchen
Kitchen fitted with a wide range of base and wall units which are again fitted with roll edge work surfaces. The electric oven is built in at work surface height for easy usage. There is a ceramic four ringed hob which sits beneath the extractor hood. Also benefits from an integrated fridge. A double glazed window sits in front of the stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and drainer.
Bedroom
A spacious double bedroom with a built in wardrobe with mirror fronted sliding doors. TV and telephone point. Large double glazed window, emergency pull cord, central ceiling light, wall panelled heater, raised power sockets and fitted carpets.
Wet Room
A purpose built wet room, with non slip safety flooring, equipped with low level bath and shower with curtain, both fitted with support rails. Vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and storage, fitted mirror and shaver point, WC, wall mounted heated towel rail and emergency pull-cord.
Service Charge
What your service charge pays for:
• Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• cqc Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
• 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in communal areas
• The running costs of the onsite restaurant
• Cleaning of communal areas daily
• Cleaning of windows
• Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds
• Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates
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 Estate Manager.
Service Charge: £13,023.70 per annum (for financial year ending 31/03/2025).
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).
Car Parking (Permit Scheme)
Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is usually £250 per annum, permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Lease Information
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review date: 1st June 2026
Lease Length: 125 years from 1st June 2011
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.
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 speak with our Property Consultant today.
Additional Information & Services
• Gfast Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
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