2 bed flat for sale

Elizabeth House, St. Giles Mews, Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes MK11

Beautifully presented ground floor two bedroom apartment in a desirable retirement living plus development for the over 70's - easy access to Stony Stratford Town Centre.

Summary

Elizabeth House is located in the historic Buckinghamshire market town of Stony Stratford. This fine collection of age-exclusive apartments is a must-see for those seeking retirement living in in a fantastic location. The complex includes one and two bedroom properties, which are spacious, stylish, and offer the benefits of Retirement Living plus.

Each apartment at Elizabeth House includes a large bedroom, spacious living area and high quality kitchen, bathroom and underfloor heating. 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 hour of domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged by prior appointment. The development has a great community spirit with regular activities, annual events and day trips. For your reassurance the development has 24-Hour on-site staffing, secure camera entry systems and 24-Hour emergency call system provided by a personal pendant with static call points in bathrooms and main bedroom.

Your home at Elizabeth House offers great comfort and security, allowing you to enjoy an independent and social retirement. Away from the privacy of your apartment, Elizabeth House features a selection of social areas, including the homeowners lounge and gardens. There is also a fantastic restaurant serving 3-course lunches every day of the year, complete with table service.

When your friends and family wish to visit, they too can enjoy comfort and privacy in the guest suite (£25 per night - subject to availability). It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 70 years or of age or over.

Local Area

Stony Stratford is a small market town with a big history alongside bags of style, charm and character making it the perfect location for your new home. This friendly and flourishing community dates back to Roman times and has had a market charter since 1194. Today there’s a good selection of local amenities in Stony Stratford including shops, a doctor, dentist, post office and pharmacy all a short walk from home.

You can also visit the regular market and farmers’ market, plus there’s the rare privilege of free parking. The inns and restaurants are numerous and come with some excellent stories including many Dick Turpin tales and claiming the origin of the phrase “cock and bull story”. Alternatively head into Milton Keynes, just over 5 miles away by road from Elizabeth House. One of the original new towns, Milton Keynes is a thriving centre for culture with a first-class theatre, galleries and museums plus plenty of choices for shopping and eating out.

If you enjoy spending time in the fresh air, the River Great Ouse and the Ouse Valley Park meander all around Stony Stratford offering miles of riverside walks and picturesque spots to watch the world go by. Step back in time with an interesting day out at Bletchley Park, the home of the World War II Enigma machines and the codebreakers. Once one of the best kept secrets in the country, Bletchley Park is now sharing its enthralling story with visitors. Alternatively, visit Stowe Gardens, about 10 miles away, to admire the scale and grandeur of this home, once owned by one of the most powerful families in Georgian England.

There is shopping, history, entertainment and leisure in the idyllic market town of Buckingham less than 9 miles away; or try your luck at the recently refurbished Towcester Racecourse where both horse and greyhound racing is offered.

Entrance Hall

Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - the 24-hour emergency response pull cord system and apartment secure entry system are situated in the hall. Door leading to a large walk-in storage/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, Doors lead to the living room, bedrooms, wet room and guest cloakroom.

Living Room

A bright and spacious living room benefitting from a walk-out balcony overlooking the playing fields and countryside. There's ample space for a dining table. TV and telephone points, Sky/Sky connection point. Fitted carpets, curtains and light fittings, Raised electric power sockets. Partially glazed door leads onto a separate kitchen.

Kitchen

The spacious kitchen is fitted with a range of wall, drawer and base units, with a modern roll top work surfaces over. Inset Bosch electric oven and microwave, Stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and auto opening window over looking the playing fields. Over counter and under pelmet mood lighting, ceiling spotlights. Four ring electric Bosch hob with glass splash back and extractor hood over. Recessed integral fridge freezer and dishwasher. Floor tiling ventilation system

Bedroom One

A spacious, bright and airy room benefits from a large double glazed window. Raised sockets, TV and telephone points. Walk in wardrobe with sensor lighting and providing shelving, drawers and hanging rails. Curtains and light fittings.

Bedroom Two

Double room that would be perfect for use as a dining room, study or hobby room. Large double glazed window. Raised sockets, fitted carpets, curtains and light fittings.

Wet Room

Fully fitted wet room with shower and curtain. Low level WC, vanity unit with wash basin with cupboards beneath and fitted mirror fronted cabinet. Part tiling to walls, wall mounted chrome towel radiator, ventilation system, shaving point and down lighting. Slip resistant flooring.

Guest Cloakroom

Separate from the shower room, this offers a second white WC with concealed cistern, and a wash-hand basin set in a vanity unit providing cupboard storage below. Illuminated mirror over. Emergency pull cord.

Allocated Parking

The apartment comes complete with an allocated parking space.

Service Charge (Breakdown)

• Onsite Estate Manager
• 24-hour emergency call system and team
• Cleaning of communal windows
• Water rates for communal areas and apartments
• Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
• Upkeep of gardens and grounds
•1 hour weekly domestic assistance
• Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance

Annual Service Charge £13,529.86 for financial year ending 30/6/2025
The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. To find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.

Lease Information

Lease: 999 Years from 1st June 2018
Ground rent: £510 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st June 2032

Additional Services & Information

• Superfast Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage

Moving Made Easy

** Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled too, to support you with service charges and living cost's.
** Part Exchange ** We offer Part-Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
** Removal Service** Get a quote from our Partner Removal Service who can declutter and move you in to your new home.
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