Summary - Island View Shortwood Copse Lane, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG23 RG23 7GU
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Contemporary, low-maintenance living with onsite support and communal facilities.
Built 2020 — modern, purpose-built retirement development
Ground-floor one-bedroom with private patio and allocated parking
On-site house manager and 24-hour emergency call system
Homeowners’ lounge, communal gardens, lift and mobility scooter store
EPC B (88); long lease — 997 years remaining
Annual service charge approx £2,751 and ground rent £425
Compact size c. 408 sq ft — suited to downsizers
Electric room heaters — consider heating and running costs
Quiet, modern and purpose-built for over-60s living, this ground-floor one-bedroom apartment is part of a well-maintained 2020 development on the popular Beggarwood estate. The home offers easy single-floor living with a private patio, allocated parking and access to landscaped communal gardens — ideal for socialising or enjoying fresh air close to town and countryside.
Practical features include an on-site house manager, a 24-hour emergency call system, a homeowners’ lounge, lift access, mobility scooter store and an electric vehicle charging point. The apartment achieves an EPC B (88) and benefits from a very long lease (997 years), giving long-term security and low inherit lease risk.
Notable running costs and specifics are set out clearly: this is a leasehold retirement property with an annual service charge of about £2,751 and ground rent of £425. The apartment is compact (c. 408 sq ft) and heated by electric room heaters, which potential buyers should factor into running-cost considerations. Buyers should confirm all lease and fee details with their solicitor prior to exchange.
This property suits a buyer seeking low-maintenance, secure retirement living near amenities and green space. It offers a modern, comfortable base with onsite support and community facilities, but is best for those comfortable with apartment living, communal management costs and electric heating.
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