Summary - 25, SHILLING PLACE, STAKES ROAD PO7 5GL
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Well-appointed one-bedroom retirement apartment with communal gardens and guest suite..
First-floor one-bedroom retirement apartment, bright and well presented
On-site House Manager five days a week; 24-hour emergency pull cord
Communal lounge, landscaped gardens and guest suite for visitors
Modern fitted kitchen with Bosch appliances and under-pelmet lighting
Large bedroom with walk-in wardrobe; level-access shower room
No allocated parking for this apartment; on-street parking only
Service charge £2,448pa; ground rent £425pa (leasehold)
Electric room heaters — consider potential heating cost implications
A bright, first-floor one-bedroom apartment in Shilling Place, a purpose-built McCarthy & Stone retirement development tailored for the over-60s. The home is well presented with a modern fitted kitchen, a large double bedroom with walk-in wardrobe, and a level-access shower room — ideal for low-maintenance independent living.
Residents benefit from an on-site House Manager (five days a week), a communal lounge opening onto landscaped gardens, and a guest suite for visiting family and friends. Practical extras include a large storage/airing cupboard with washer/dryer space, fast broadband availability, and a 24-hour emergency call system.
Notable running costs and limitations are straightforward: the property is leasehold (999 years from 2019) with an annual service charge of £2,448 and ground rent of £425. There is no allocated parking for the apartment and heating is by electric room heaters, which may affect bills.
This apartment suits retirees seeking a secure, sociable community with low exterior maintenance and nearby amenities in Purbrook and Waterlooville. Its location offers good local shops, transport links and recreational green space a short walk away, making it practical for everyday living and occasional trips further afield.
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