Spacious two-bedroom retirement apartment with canal balcony and strong communal support..
Top-floor apartment with walk-out balcony and canal views
Large 1,098 sq ft — unusually spacious for retirement living
Master bedroom with en‑suite and fitted/walk-in wardrobe
Lift access, triple glazing and electric underfloor heating
Extensive communal facilities: lounge, guest suite, laundry, scooter store
Service charge £4,441.48pa; ground rent £495pa (leasehold)
Parking by annual permit (~£250pa); check availability with manager
Located in town centre; local crime high and area relatively deprived
This spacious two-bedroom retirement apartment on the top floor of Anstie Court offers independent, low-maintenance living with a strong focus on safety and community. A generous living room opens onto a covered walk-out balcony with leafy canal views — an excellent spot for morning coffee or relaxing outdoors. The master bedroom includes a fitted wardrobe, en‑suite shower and direct balcony access.
The development, built in 2014, is designed for over‑60s living and includes a House Manager, homeowners’ lounge, guest suite, laundry, scooter store and landscaped communal gardens. Apartments have triple glazing, electric underfloor heating and a 24‑hour emergency call system, providing energy efficiency and peace of mind. Lift access serves all floors and parking is available by annual permit.
Practical details to note: this is a leasehold property with 113 years remaining, an annual service charge of £4,441.48 and ground rent of £495 (review due 2028). There is a small visitor parking/permit cost (circa £250 per annum). The development sits in a busy town centre location; local crime statistics are high and the wider area scores as relatively deprived, which may affect long‑term resale comparatives.
Overall this apartment suits a buyer seeking a roomy, well‑equipped retirement home with excellent communal support and a pleasant canal outlook, prepared to budget for annual service charges and to accept the town‑centre setting.