Summary - FLAT 30, 50, BABERTON AVENUE EH14 5DU
2 bed 2 bath Retirement Property
Spacious two-bedroom McCarthy Stone flat with communal gardens and underfloor heating..
Two-bedroom first-floor McCarthy Stone retirement flat adjoining Baberton Golf Course
En-suite wet room plus separate bathroom; practical layout for independent living
Underfloor heating and double glazing; modern kitchen with integrated appliances
Communal gardens, shared facilities, residents’ manager and 24hr emergency system
Residents’ parking available at additional cost; garage/parking shown on site
Freehold tenure; total area about 872 sq ft (average-sized flat)
Service charge c. £3,671 pa and above-average council tax — budget accordingly
Area flagged as deprived locally despite affluent wider classification
Bright, comfortable and secure, this two-bedroom McCarthy Stone flat sits on the first floor of a modern retirement development adjoining Baberton Golf Course. The layout includes a generous living/dining room, a modern fitted kitchen, two bedrooms (one with en-suite wet room) and a second bathroom — a practical setup for independent living or downsizing.
The apartment benefits from underfloor heating, double glazing, a residents’ manager, 24-hour emergency response and good broadband and mobile coverage. Communal facilities include landscaped gardens and shared indoor spaces that support social activity, while parking is available to residents for an additional fee.
Notable running costs include an annual service charge of approximately £3,671 and an above-average council tax band — important factors for budgeting. The flat is freehold, in a well-regarded suburb (Juniper Green) with local amenities and public transport nearby.
Overall, this is a low-maintenance, modern retirement home suited to those seeking community, security and easy access to local facilities. Buyers should weigh the comfortable specification and communal support against the service charge level and the area’s flagged deprivation indicator when considering value and long-term suitability.
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