• House Manager - who provides peace-of-mind

• Residents Lounge where social events take place

• Beautiful Landscaped gardens

• Guest Suite for visiting family & friends

• 24-Hour emergency call system

• Juliet Balcony

• En-suite Bathroom in Mater Bedroom

• Walk-in Wardrobe in Master Bedroom

• Views of the Communal Gardens

• PART EXCHANGE, ENTITLEMENTS ADVISE, REMOVALS AND SOLICITORS ALL AVAILABLE – PLEASE TALK WITH THE PROPERTY CONSULTANT FOR MORE INFORMATION

A WONDERFUL two bedroom first floor apartment with views of the COMMUNAL GARDENS from A JULIET BALCONY, situated within a DESIRABLE MCCARTHY STONE retirement development.

~ PART EXCHANGE, ENTITLEMENTS ADVISE, REMOVALS AND SOLICITORS ALL AVAILABLE ~

Centenary Place

Centenary Place is a McCarthy Stone development and has been designed and constructed for modern living. The dedicated House Manager is on site during working hours to take care of things and make you feel at home. For your peace of mind the development has camera door entry and 24-hour emergency call systems, should you require assistance. The Homeowners’ lounge and communal gardens provides a great space to socialise with friends and family. If your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (usually for a fee of £25 per night – subject to availability)

Local Area

Centenary Place is situated in the popular seaside town of Southend-On Sea, home to the historic Southend Pier, the largest pleasure pier in the world. Centenary Place is located next door to a GP on one side, a convenience store on the other and opposite a public house that serves excellent meals. There’s plenty to suit all tastes close by, including Thorpe Hall Golf Club, Southchurch Park and Hall which has 30 acres of gardens to explore as well as the medieval moated manor house, now a museum. Why not take a walk along the pier and enjoy some light refreshments a mile out to sea at the Salt cafe whilst enjoying the views of the Estuary. There’s a great choice of shops in the local area including Waitrose, Aldi and Asda, as well as bars, coffee shops and restaurants.

Apartment Overview

We are delighted to offer to the market a bright and spacious two bedroom apartment, benefiting from views of the communal gardens from a Juliet balcony. The second bedroom which could also be used for dining or study. The apartment also has the advantage of a walk in wardrobe and en-suite from the master bedroom, in addition to a guest shower room. The apartment has underfloor heating throughout.

Entrance Hall

Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall – the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system. Raised electric power sockets, decorative ceiling light, fitted carpets. Doors lead to the lounge, bedrooms and guest shower room.

Lounge

Bright and airy lounge with a wonderful Juliet balcony views of the idyllic communal gardens! The generous room provide space for dining. TV and telephone point, raised electric power sockets and fitted carpets. Leads onto the kitchen.

Kitchen

Fully fitted modern kitchen with low and eye level cream gloss units and drawers with worktop and chrome handles. The inset stainless steel sink with mono lever tap and drainer. Electric waist height oven sits below a fitted microwave. An induction hob with extractor hood above. Integral fridge and freezer. There is also a dishwasher and washer/dryer. Ceiling spot lights and under cupboard counter lighting, tiled flooring and electric sockets.

Master Bedroom

A spacious master bedroom with a window allowing lots of natural lighting in. TV point, raised electric power sockets, decorative ceiling light and fitted carpets. Door to a spacious walk-in wardrobe housing rails and shelving. Additional door leading to the en-suite.

En-Suite

This wet room is fully fitted with a three piece modern suite comprising of a large walk in shower with support rail and glass screen. Low level WC, vanity unit with sink and lighted mirror above. Extractor fan, shaving point, heated towel rail and tiled floor to ceiling. Emergency pull cord.

Bedroom Two

Double second bedroom which would be perfect for use as a dining room, study or hobby room. Raised electric power sockets and fitted carpets.

Shower Room

This room is positioned off of the hallway, which is perfect for guests. Fully fitted with a three piece modern suite comprising a shower cubicle with glass door and support rails. Low level WC, sink with lighted mirror above and mirrored vanity unit. Extractor fan, shaving point, heated towel rail and tiled floor to ceiling. Emergency pull cord.

Service Charge (breakdown)

• Cleaning of communal windows
• Water rates for communal areas and apartments
• Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
• Underfloor heating within apartment
• 24-hour emergency call system
• Upkeep of gardens and grounds
• Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas
• Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas
• Buildings insurance
The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. To find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.

Annual Service Charge: £5,443.23 to financial year end 30th September 2024.

**Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled too, to support you with service charges and living costs. (often offset by Government Entitlements e.g Attendance Allowance £3,500-£5,200)’

Car Parking Permit

Parking spaces are available on a first come, first served basis at a charge of £250 per annum and are subject to availability. Speak to your House Manager for more details.

Lease Information

Lease Length: 999 years from June 2015
Ground Rent: £495 per annum
It is a condition of purchase that residents must meet the age requirement of 60 years or over.

Addititional Services

** Entitlements Service** Check out benefits you may be entitled too, to support you with service charges and living costs.
** Part Exchange ** We offer Part-Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
** Removal Service** Get a quote from our Partner Removal Service who can declutter and move you in to your new home.
** Solicitors** Get a quote from our panel solicitors who have dealt with a number of sales and purchases and therefore familiar with the McCarthy Stone set up.