Summary - 5, Gilman Court, EASTLEIGH SO50 6JA
2 bed 2 bath Retirement Property
Spacious two-bedroom retirement home with private patio and excellent onsite facilities.
Own ground-floor entrance and private patio for outdoor seating
Enjoy bungalow-style, ground-floor living with your own front door at 5 Gilman Court, a spacious two-bedroom retirement home in Bishopstoke Park. The wide hallway, generous living room and glazed doors to a well-equipped kitchen create an airy, sociable layout that works for entertaining or quiet days in. A private patio offers a sunny spot for morning coffee or container gardening.
Both bedrooms are comfortable doubles; one benefits from a large, windowed walk-in shower room while a separate bathroom provides a bath option. Integrated appliances (fridge/freezer, oven, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer) make the property largely move-in ready. Residents are close to the village amenities — restaurant, pool and wellness centre, salon, shop and gardens — and Orchard Gardens care home is nearby should future support be required.
Practical points to note: this is a leasehold retirement property (at least one resident must be over 65). The lease has approximately 117 years remaining. Service charges are significant (£690.44pcm / £8,285.28pa for 2025–26) and there is a deferred sinking fund of 4% payable on sale. Ground rent is £500pa with scheduled doubling every 25 years. Utilities and community heating are managed centrally.
This home will suit downsizers and retirees who value convenience, on-site facilities and a secure, social environment. It’s well-presented and largely turnkey, but buyers should budget for the ongoing service charge, ground rent and the deferred sinking fund on resale. Occasional background aircraft noise from nearby Southampton Airport and slow broadband speeds are also considerations.
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