
Kenton Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne

- PROPERTY TYPE
Apartment
- BEDROOMS
1
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Key features
- One bedroom first floor retirement apartment
- South-Easterly facing balcony
- Estate Manager and staff on-site 24 hours a day
- 24-hour Careline, Bespoke Care Packages
- Guest suite
- 1 hour of domestic help per week covered in the service charge
- Residents Lounge and Table Service restaurant
- Within 50 yards of bus stops
- Mobility scooter storage room
- Part exchange available
Description
Summary - Kenton Lodge was built by McCarthy & Stone purpose built for assisted living. The development consists of 53 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments for the over 70s. There is a Estate Manager on site and a 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in the bathroom.
The development includes a Homeowners' lounge, dining room and landscaped gardens. There is a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply). A car parking – permit scheme applies, check with the Estate Manager for availability.
Kenton Lodge is situated in Gosforth which is bursting with history, you’ll find a delightful mix of green open spaces such as such as Dukes Moor and Central Park with its attractive avenues of lime trees, ornamental flower and rose beds, plus busier areas where you can shop or enjoy the arts. It has a thriving shopping area which provides locals will all the amenities they need. As well as hosting a range of independent and well known shops such as Sainsburys, Boots and WH Smith, a number of banks, hairdressers and cafes are also located there. Lovers of golf will appreciate the number of golf courses including the City of Newcastle Golf Club, High Gosforth Golf Course and Gosforth Golf Course.
1 hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge at Kenton Lodge with additional services including care and support available at an extra charge. However, this can be from as little as 15 minutes per session which can be increased or decreased to suit your needs.
It is a condition of purchase that all residents must meet the age of 70 years.
Entrance Hall - Front door with spy hole and letterbox.
Illuminated light switches, a smoke detector, the apartment's security door entry system and the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system.
Walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard.
Further doors lead to the lounge, bedroom and shower room .
Lounge - Bright and airy south easterly facing room overlooking the developments gardens.
Double doors onto a walk-out balcony, with space for table and chairs.
A stone effect fireplace with electric fire, TV and telephone points and a Sky/Sky+ connection point, two ceiling lights, fitted carpets and raised electric power sockets.
A partially glazed door leads into the separate kitchen.
Kitchen - Fully fitted with a range of modern, white gloss wall and base units.
Solid wood top work surface with stainless steel sink and drainer with mono lever tap.
Electronically operated window overlooks the development.
Appliances include a raised-level electric oven, ceramic hob with cooker hood over and integral fridge and freezer.
Bedroom - Bright and spacious bedroom with a full length window overlooking the gardens.
Two ceiling lights, TV and phone point, raised power sockets and an emergency pull cord.
Walk-in wardrobe housing hanging rails and shelves.
Shower Room - Partially Tiled walls with anti-slip flooring throughout.
Comprising of a level access shower with shower screen and hand rail, WC and Vanity unit with wash hand basin.
Illuminated mirror with shaving point, heated towel rail and emergency pull cord.
Parking Permit Scheme - The fee is usually £250 per annum, but may vary by development. Permits are subject t availability, available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the on-site Manager
Leasehold Information - 999 years from January 2016
Ground rent: £435 per annum
Ground rent review: Jan 2031
Managed by: Your Life Management Services
Council: Newcastle Upon Tyne. Band: D
Service Charge - •Cleaning of communal windows
•Water rates for communal areas and apartments
•Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas
•Window Cleaning (outside only)
•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
•One hour of domestic support per week is included in the service charge
•Care staff on-site 24-hours a day
•Running of the on-site restaurant
•Intruder alarm system
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 Estates Manager.
Service charge: £9,717.36 per annum for financial year ending 30/09/2025.
Additional Information & Services - • Full Fibre Broadband available
• Mains water and electricity
• Electric room heating
• Mains drainage
Moving Made Easy - Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:
• FREE Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to that can assist with service charges or living costs.
• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
• Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.
• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.
For more information speak with our Property Consultant today.
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Kenton Road, Newcastle Upon TyneEAC- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: D
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
- Ask agent
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