£140,000
1 bed flat for sale26 Bondgate, Alnwick NE66
1 bed
1 bath
1 reception
EPC Rating: C
- Retirement
- Leasehold
McCarthy Stone - RESALES
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About this property
An energy efficient one bedroom first floor apartment
House Manager and 24 hour Careline
Homeowners lounge
Guest suite for friends and family
Town centre location
Security door entry system and 24-hour careline
Close to Alnwick Gardens and Castle
Part Exchange Scheme available
**Viewings highly recommended**
Pet Friendly!
A one bedroom south easterly aspect apartment which is situated on the first floor within this desirable over 60's McCARTHY stone retirement living development. Conveniently located within 200 yards of alnwick town centre.
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.
Summary
Robert Adam Court was built by McCarthy & Stone purpose built for retirement living. The development consists of 55 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 60s. There is a House Manager on site and a 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in the bathroom.
The development includes a Homeowners' lounge and landscaped gardens. There is a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply). A car parking – permit scheme applies, check with the House Manager for availability.
Robert Adam Court is situated in Alnwick set in some of the North East’s most scenic landscape and nestled between Newcastle-upon-Tyne to the South and Berwick upon-Tweed to the North. The town’s greatest landmark is the majestic Alnwick Castle which stands proud above the river Aln. This is the home to the Duke and Duchess of Northumberland and, after Windsor, is the second largest inhabited castle in Britain. This foreboding medieval castle with stunning staterooms is one the of the area’s most popular visitor attractions and was also the famous Hogwarts Castle in the Harry Potter films. Adjacent to the Castle lies the exciting Alnwick Gardens which includes the infamous poison garden, several impressive water features and many fascinating plants. There are also many projects available here, with the Education Room offering a variety of workshops and activities for all ages. Alnwick town centre which is less than 300 metres from the Robert Adam Court, boasts a wide array of shops from high street brands to small local boutiques.
It is a condition of purchase that all residents must meet the age requirements of 60 years.
Entrance Hall
Front door with spy hole leads to the entrance hall - the 24-hour emergency response pull cord system is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom. Doors lead to the living room, bedroom and bathroom.
Lounge
Feature fire with fitted electric fire. TV and telephone points. Two ceiling lights. Fitted carpets, raised electric power sockets. Partially glazed door leads into a separate kitchen.
Kitchen
Fully fitted kitchen with tiled floor. Stainless steel sink with mono block lever tap. Built-in oven, ceramic hob with extractor hood and fitted integrated fridge, freezer and under pelmet lighting.
Bedroom
Benefiting from mirrored wardrobe. Ceiling lights, TV and phone point.
Shower Room
Fully tiled and fitted with suite comprising of walk-in shower, WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror above.
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, the 24-hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening.
Service charge £2,359.89 per annum (for financial year ending 28/02/2026). Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.
Parking (Permit Scheme) Subject To Availability
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.
Leasehold Information
Lease: 125 years from 1st June 2010
Ground rent: £425 per annum
Ground rent review: 1st June 2025
Additional Information
• Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
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 check our webpage additional services or speak with our property consultant
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Tenure
Leasehold (110 years)
Service charge
£2,360 per year
Council tax band
C
Ground rent
£425
Ground rent date of next review
Ground rent review period
Every 15 years