Bishopstoke Park, Clipper Close, Eastleigh retirement lodge

Located near to the main building and on-site facilities at Bishopstoke Park, South Lodge is a delightful one-bedroom ground floor link detached lodge, overlooking the nearby sensory garden. This unique solid built property is one of only two Lodge style properties within the Village.

The front door opens to an entrance hallway, which contains a window to the rear aspect, a storage cupboard and the underfloor heating control cupboard. This leads through to a bright and square-shaped living room, which features a large South facing bay window and an electric flame-effect fire. A side door leads to the East-facing patio and a lovely garden area, which surrounds the property. An attractive kitchen is sited just off the lounge, which also has a South-facing window and a range of Zanussi integrated appliances, including an oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer and a washer/dryer. The kitchen includes a feature wall with a rural scene and easy-clean wood-effect vinyl flooring.

The double bedroom has an East-facing window and a 5-door fitted wardrobe across one wall. Sited at the end of the hall, the shower room features a bath and a separate walk-in shower, with a built-in under sink drawer-storage unit and a glass shower screen, plus another feature wall of a beach scene and a window to the rear. The grey carpets in the lounge, hall and bedroom are in good condition and all curtains and blinds in the apartment can be included in the sale. Finally, to the right of the front door is a private charging area for a mobility scooter.

Bishopstoke Park retirement village offers stunning apartments in beautiful surroundings, first class facilities, and a vibrant community. The best of luxury living is combined with an independent lifestyle designed around you, creating a unique experience.

Taking pride of place is the painstakingly restored 19th-century Mount building, providing a unique focal point for village life. A state-of-the-art wellness centre and spa offers a 15-metre swimming pool, Whirlpool bath, steam room, sauna, plus a fully equipped gymnasium offering a range of fitness classes. Nestled alongside the Mount are Cotton's Café/deli and Antler's bar and restaurant - both vibrant spaces where you can relax and be proud to entertain.

All residents pay a contribution to the running costs of facilities, support services and maintenance of the building and grounds which is known as the 'service charge'. The lease provides that each year you must pay ground rent which for the first 25 years will be £500 a year. The deferred sinking fund contribution of 4% goes towards a fund which we build up over time to meet the cost of major repairs and refurbishment works which are not covered by the monthly service charge. The contribution is payable on resale.

We believe in promoting independence with dignity, whilst at the same time striving to maintain and improve your quality of life. We understand that life changes as you get older. There comes a time when some extra assistance may be required to help complete those day-to-day tasks which were once dealt with more easily. The village offers a comprehensive range of housekeeping and personal care services including at various hourly rates through our registered homecare service and housekeeping team. This is managed through separate contracts with individual residents.


Key Facts

Lease: 125 years from 1st Jan 2015 (approx. 116 years remaining)

Service Charge: £646.97 pcm (£149.30 pw), to be reviewed annually and updated from 1st April each year

Ground Rent: £500 per year, to be reviewed every 25 years (next review is due in 2040)

Council Tax band: D

Sinking Fund: 4% on sale

Age Criteria: Sole occupiers or at least one partner in a couple must be 65 or over