Well-equipped two-bed retirement apartment with communal bistro and 24-hour support..
Walk-out balcony overlooking landscaped communal gardens
Modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances
Two double bedrooms; walk-in wardrobe to bedroom two
Contemporary wet room plus separate guest cloakroom
On-site bistro, communal lounge and guest suite for visitors
24-hour estate management and emergency call system
Very long lease (999 years from 2019) and full-fibre available
High annual service charge (£12,335.49) and ground rent (£510 pa)
This first-floor retirement apartment at Elizabeth Place offers comfortable, low-maintenance living close to Market Harborough town centre. The apartment is well presented with two double bedrooms, a modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, a contemporary wet room and a guest cloakroom. A walk-out balcony and a bright sitting room provide pleasant views over landscaped communal gardens. Two years of service charge and ground rent are offered paid, reducing initial outgoings for the buyer.
Elizabeth Place is a Retirement Living PLUS development with strong on-site support: a 24-hour estate management team, emergency call system, communal lounge, landscaped gardens, an on-site bistro and a guest suite for visitors. Practical conveniences include off-street parking, full-fibre broadband availability and a very long lease (999 years from 2019), which removes immediate lease-length concerns.
Be aware of ongoing running costs: the annual service charge is substantial at £12,335.49 (year ending 28/02/2026) and ground rent is £510 pa with the next review in 2034. Heating is by electric room heaters, which can mean higher utility bills compared with gas-heated properties. The apartment is leasehold and aimed specifically at over-70s residents, so it suits buyers seeking a supported retirement setting rather than a general family home.
Overall, this apartment will suit someone prioritising a sociable, secure retirement community with onsite amenities and minimal maintenance, provided they are comfortable with higher communal charges and electric heating costs.