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"A bright and spacious two bedroom, double aspect retirement apartment, located on the second floor of the sought after Farringford Court development. This well presented home features a light filled living room with floor to ceiling windows and access to a large communal garden. One hour of domestic assistance per week is included within the service charge.

Farringford Court is a Retirement Living Plus formerly Assisted Living development built by McCarthy & Stone, designed specifically for over 70s who wish to maintain independent living while having access to additional care and support if required. The development is managed by an on site Estate Manager and team, ensuring the smooth day to day running of the property. A 24 hour emergency call system is in place, with a personal pendant alarm and call points in the bathroom for added peace of mind.

Facilities & Services
Farringford Court offers a range of high quality amenities, including
On site restaurant with waitress service
24 hour duty manager
Homeowners lounge and function room
Library and laundry room
Mobility scooter storage
Guest suite for visitors
Two lifts serving all floors
Residents receive one hour of domestic support per week, included in the service charge. Additional care packages are available at an extra cost, with flexible options starting from as little as 15 minutes per session.

The development is registered with the Care Quality Commission. Please note Residents must meet the minimum age requirement of 70 years.

The front door, with a spy hole for added security, opens into a spacious hallway with Tunstall emergency response pull cord system, illuminated light switches, smoke detector, Walk in storage and airing cupboard. The double aspect living room features floor to ceiling corner windows, allowing plenty of natural light.

The modern fitted kitchen is well appointed with stylish cabinetry and coordinated work surfaces,
Integrated fridge freezer, built in electric oven and ceramic hob with extractor hood, contemporary ceiling lighting.

Bedroom one is a generous double bedroom with mirror fronted fitted wardrobe. Bedroom two is a versatile second room, ideal as a guest bedroom, office or hobby space.

Designed for safety and convenience, the bathroom includes both a bath and a walk in, level access shower, WC and vanity unit with sink and mirror, grab rails and non slip flooring, emergency pull cord.

Service Charge Breakdown £15,132.26 per annum financial year ending 31 03 2025
The service charge covers
Cleaning of communal windows
Water rates for communal areas and apartments
Electricity, heating, and lighting for communal areas
24 hour emergency call system
Maintenance of communal gardens and grounds
Repairs and upkeep of communal areas interior and exterior
Contribution to contingency fund for redecoration and maintenance
Buildings insurance
One hour of domestic assistance per week

Please note The service charge does not include Council Tax, personal electricity usage, or TV licensing.

Lease & Ground Rent Information
Lease Length 125 years from June 2010
Ground Rent £510 per annum
Ground Rent Review Date June 2025
Parking Permit Scheme
Parking is available by allocation, subject to availability.
Annual permit fee approximately £250 varies by development .
Spaces allocated on a first come, first served basis. Please check availability with the House Manager.

Additional Information & Services
Superfast fibre broadband available
Mains water and electricity
Electric room heating
Mains drainage

Lymington offers an extensive range of shops from large household names such as Marks & Spencer and Waitrose to independent boutiques, coffee shops, restaurants, pubs and tea rooms. There are also a variety of hair salons and beauticians to choose from. Saturdays provide a vibrant atmosphere throughout the town as the market attracts many locals and visitors from throughout the forest and beyond. Lymington is the ideal location for those who enjoy water sports with two marinas and sailing clubs holding access to the Solent and a short drive away from beaches.

Being so close to the New Forest it also offers the perfect location for those who enjoy horse riding, walking and cycling. The town offers a nine hole golf course, rowing club, community centre, library, small cinema, bowls club and tennis club. Lymington Recreation Centre offers an indoor 25m swimming pool and many fitness classes, whilst during the summer months there is an outdoor seawater baths next to the River with a hundred years of heritage. There is also a Cricket Club, Football and Rugby Clubs, Skateboard Park and children s play areas.

From a more practical view Lymington also offers churches of all faiths, infant, junior and secondary schools all within walking distance of the town."