Lock House, Keeper Close, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1AX

South/South Westerly facing first floor, two bedroom retirement apartment with walk out balcony, owned parking space and master bedroom with en-suite shower room.
*Energy Efficient* *Pet Friendly*

Lock House - Lock House is a ‘Retirement Living’ development providing an independent living opportunity for those over 60 years of age with the day-to-day support provided by our excellent House Manager who overseas the smooth running of the development. All apartments are equipped with a 24-hour emergency call facility and sophisticated intercom system providing both a visual and verbal link to the main development entrance. The development enjoys excellent communal facilities including a fantastic homeowners lounge, a communal rooftop terrace and fantastic gym for homeowners to enjoy. There are also landscaped gardens and a decked terrace. There is also a super guest suite for visiting family and friends for which a small charge per night applies.

It’s so easy to make new friends and to lead a busy and fulfilled life at Lock House; there are always plenty of activities to choose from bringing neighbours and friends together on a regular basis. Whilst there is something for everyone there is certainly no obligation to participate and home owners can throw themselves in to every activity or social gathering, or equally remain at private as they wish.

The Local Area - Lock House occupies an excellent location with plenty of amenities close by including the Orchard Shopping Centre and Morrisons,. This is very much an 'up and coming' area of Town with a vibrant local community and an eclectic choice of local shops, cafes bars and restaurants.. Taunton Station is only 0.2 miles away with regular train service to Bristol, Penzance, London, Cardiff and more - perfect for a day out. For a leisurely stroll, the scenic Victoria Park is 0.6 miles away in the heart of this thriving County Capital Town.

With so much to see and do, Taunton is a perfect location for you to enjoy your retirement. A county town with a rich and interesting history, it offers the best of modern amenities whilst being a short bus or car journey away from the beautiful Quantock Hills. This welcoming and friendly town hosts a wide range of events all year round including the popular Taunton Flower Show, The Rural Living Show and is the birthplace of Taste of the West. It is also home to the ever popular Somerset County Cricket Club.

Entrance Hall - Having a solid Oak-veneered entrance door with spy-hole. Security intercom system that provides both a visual (via the home-owners TV) and verbal link to the main development entrance door. Emergency pull cord. Useful utility cupboard with light, shelving, Gledhill boiler supplying hot water, ‘Vent Axia’ heat exchange unit and automatic washer/dryer. Separate shallow cupboard with meters. Feature glazed panelled door to Living Room.

Living Room - With a double-glazed French door and side panel opening onto the South/South Westerly facing balcony. Feature fireplace with inset electric fire. A feature glazed panelled door leads to the kitchen.

Kitchen - Double-glazed window. Superb range of soft white gloss-fronted fitted units with under unit lighting, contrasting worktops and matching upstands incorporating a stainless steel inset sink unit. Comprehensive integrated appliances comprise; a four-ringed hob with a contemporary glass splashpanel and stainless steel chimney hood over, waist-level oven and concealed fridge and freezer. Ceiling spot light fitting and tiled floor.

Master Bedroom - Double-glazed full length window. Large walk-in wardrobe with auto-light, hanging rails and shelving. Door to en-suite shower room.

En-Suite Shower Room - White suite comprising; level access, walk-in shower with both 'Raindrop' and conventional shower heads, a back-to-the wall WC with concealed cistern, vanity wash-basin with cupboard unit below and work surface and mirror with integral light above, ladder radiator, emergency pull cord, ceiling spot lights, extensively tiled walls and tiled floor.

Bedroom Two - A further double bedroom with full length double glazed window.

Shower Room - White suite comprising; shower cubicle with both 'Raindrop' and conventional shower heads, a back-to-the wall WC, vanity wash-basin with cupboard unit below and work surface and mirror with integral light above. Ladder radiator, emergency pull cord, ceiling spot lights, extensively tiled walls and tiled floor.

Parking - No.22 has its own allocated parking space.

Service Charge - What your service charge pays for:

• House Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly
• All maintenance of the building and grounds, including window cleaning, gardening and upkeep of the building exteriors and communal areas
• 24hr emergency call system
• Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
• Maintaining lifts
• Heating and lighting in 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 House Manager.

Service charge: £3,862.37 per annum up to financial year end 30/06/2025.

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).

Lease - Ground Rent: £495 per annum
Ground Rent Review Date: January 2032
Lease 999 Years from January 2017

Additional Information & Services - • Superfast 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 speak with our Property Consultant today.