Alexandra Road, Southport, PR9

A well-appointed ground-floor, one-bedroom, one-bathroom retirement apartment located in the coastal town of Southport. Nestled within a vibrant and secure retirement community, this property is part of a beautifully maintained development managed by Adlington Management Services. Designed for individuals aged 55 and above, it offers a unique blend of independent living and communal support, perfect for those looking to enjoy a relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle. At the heart of this community is a welcoming atmosphere where companionship and social connections flourish. The Sailings offers a range of thoughtfully designed communal spaces, including a table-service restaurant where lunch is served daily, providing a convenient way to enjoy delicious meals in the company of fellow residents. The homeowners' lounge and activity suite are buzzing with events and activities, offering ample opportunities for socialising, making new friends, and pursuing shared interests. A hairdressing salon and therapy suite are also available on-site, ensuring you have everything you need to feel pampered and well-cared-for right at your fingertips. Security and peace of mind are key features at The Sailings, with 24-hour on-site support and comprehensive security systems in place. You can relax and enjoy your retirement knowing that both your home and community are safe, allowing you to focus on the things that bring you joy. The independent living model here is designed to offer freedom and flexibility, with the reassurance that assistance is available whenever required. Southport itself is a delightful seaside town with plenty to offer its residents. Known for its expansive beaches, beautiful parks, and charming Victorian architecture, it provides a scenic and tranquil setting for retirement. The town boasts a variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities, as well as excellent transport links to nearby Liverpool and Preston, allowing you to enjoy the best of coastal living while staying connected to larger urban centres. Southport's community spirit, combined with its natural beauty, makes it an ideal location for retirement. Living at The Sailings offers the perfect balance between independence and support, allowing you to curate the retirement lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of. You’ll have the freedom to come and go as you please, while also being part of a lively and close-knit community of like-minded individuals. With the added benefit of well-maintained facilities and a wide range of activities to engage in, this is a place where you can truly thrive and enjoy your golden years to the fullest.

Open Plan Living Dining Kitchen

The home is accessed via a composite door to the front which leads onto an inviting open plan space with uPVC patio doors to the personal patio area. The kitchen area provides a range of wall, drawer and base units with preparation surface incorporating a stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, microwave, four ring hob with contemporary splash back and extraction hood, and an integrated dishwasher, a fridge and a freezer. The kitchen area has partially tiled walls and under pelmet lighting.
The open plan space provides ample space for a living area and breakfast/dining table. Off the open plan living area is a double bedroom, a wet room and a utility cupboard.

Living/Dining Area

2.25m (maximum) x 4.43m (maximum) (7' 5" x 14' 6")

Open Plan Kitchen

1.89m x 2.71m (6' 2" x 8' 11")

Double Bedroom

2.50m x 3.08m (8' 2" x 10' 1") uPVC double glazed window. Fitted wardrobes.

Shower Room

The wet room suite comprises of a walk in level shower area with non slip flooring, an inset WC and a pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap. Chrome ladder style towel rail. Complimentary contemporary tiling to all walls.

Utility/Storage Area

1.0m x 1.43m (3' 3" x 4' 8")

Exterior

The beautifully landscaped and maintained gardens provide both leisurely exercise and relaxation, you can enjoy the gardens and flora without the concerns of having responsibility of the upkeep. Parking is provided with home owner on site parking.

Service and Well-being Charge Benefits

All homeowners living at The Sailings, Southport will contribute to a Service and Well-being Charge. The high level of care, support and services on offer to enhance quality and enjoyment of life are what make Adlington different. These charges are to provide services such as;

* The provision of a daily restaurant service which enables homeowners to enjoy a delicious freshly prepared meal at exceptionally good value. Costs apply to the meals and details should be sought on the viewing tour.
* Communal cleaning and maintenance
* External window cleaning
* Water usage, buildings insurance and estate management
* 24-hour support everyday, 365 days a year, in case of any emergency, working in tandem with a discreet emergency call system installed in each apartment

Service and Well-being Charges at The Sailings

2024/25 approximate weekly Service and Well-being Charges at The Sailings are;

1 bedroom – £203
2 bedroom – £215
3 bedroom – £226

The Service and Well-being Charge is reviewed annually. It is important to point out that payment of the service charge has to continue even if the apartment is vacant, as it is apportioned between all homeowners in order to maintain the high standard of service.

Ground Rent

Adlington developments provide extensive communal facilities, such as the lounge, restaurant and commercial kitchen, coffee lounge, hairdressing salon, suite for visiting guests, staff rooms, management offices and the mobility scooter and bicycle store, as well as landscaped gardens and grounds. It is these facilities along with the 24-hour on-site support which makes your home likely to be suitable for your whole life, without the need to move to a care home. This is a major benefit to well-being, peace of mind and independence and, if it avoids care home fees, also has considerable financial advantages. You will only purchase your own apartment, so in order to recoup the considerable costs of these extensive facilities we levy an annual Ground Rent.

Annual Ground Rent charges 2023:

1-bedroom – £642.88

The Ground Rent is due annually from 1st January and will be reviewed every year in line with the Retail Price Index.

Building Reservation Fund

While the day to day maintenance of the buildings and facilities is covered by the Service and Well-being Charge, which is kept as low as possible to leave homeowners with maximum disposable income, major capital costs and refurbishment are not included.

It is important that maintenance is kept to the highest standards for all to enjoy, and to cover any major works, a fee of 0.25% of your sale price for each year, or part-year, of occupation will be levied when you sell on your apartment and is capped at 10 years. A contribution to the Building Reserve Fund is also collected through the Service and Well-being Charge.

The Building Reserve Fund will build up over time so that money is available to pay for capital costs as they occur e.g replacement lifts, restaurant kitchen equipment, the buildings roof and car park etc. This means that the development is always kept up to the same standard as when you purchased your apartment.