Birch Placein Berkshire
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Mortgage
We checked the information and the developer's representatives confirmed that units in this residential complex can be purchased by using a mortgage.
Retirement Living (70+ Only)
In this complex it is only possible to buy an apartment for those aged 70 or older.
Part Buy, Part Rent
Customers purchase a minimum 50% share in a new McCarthy Stone retirement property and pay rent on the part you don’t own. This is an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home
Property Details
About the house
| 🟧 Tenure | Leasehold |
| 🟧 Height Classification | Low-rise |
| 🟧 Quality Classification | Retirement Living (70+ only), Extra care housing |
| 🟧 Number of floors | 3 |
| 🟧 Number of units | 40 |
| 🟧 Security & Safety | Camera entry system for use with a standard TV, 24 hour emergency call system provided by a personal pendant and pull points throughout your apartment, Intruder alarm, Mains connected smoke detector, Fire detection equipment |
| 🟧 Parking | Mobility scooter store, Car parking available on-site |
| 🟧 Amenities | Homeowners’ lounge, Bistro restaurant, 24 hour on-site management, Estates Manager and YourLife team, Domestic assistance (one hour per week included in service charge, additional hours by arrangement), Personal support packages available from the on-site CQC registered YourLife team, Full wheelchair accessibility, Guest suite, Laundry room, Salon |
| 🟧 Number of buildings | 1 |
| 🟧 Off-plan property | No |
| 🟧 Property Type | Apartments |
| 🟧 Concierge | No |
| 🟧 Gym | No |
| 🟧 Kid’s Facilities | No |
| 🟧 Swimming Pool | No |
| 🟧 Warranty | NHBC 10-year warranty |
| 🟧 Bicycle Storage | No |
| 🟧 Lift | Lifts to all floors |
About the units
| 🟧 Bedroom | Walk-in wardrobe to selected apartments |
| 🟧 Heating & Cooling | Panel heating |
| 🟧 Electricity & Lighting | Illuminated light switches for bathroom and main bedroom |
| 🟧 Windows | Double glazing |
| 🟧 Outside space | Walk-out balconies to selected apartments |
| 🟧 Walls & Ceilings | Walls painted in a neutral colour emulsion |
| 🟧 Doors | Oak veneered doors, Chrome door furniture |
| 🟧 Bathroom | Fitted shower room featuring a stylish rain shower, level access and slip resistant tiling, Fitted mirror, Electric shaver socket, Heated towel rail, Extractor ventilation |
| 🟧 Communications | Telephone and television point in living room and main bedroom, Sky/Sky+ connection point in living room, Sky Q, BT fibre |
| 🟧 Kitchen | Fitted kitchen with integrated NEFF fridge, freezer, microwave and ceramic hob, High gloss units, Mid-height oven, Cooker hood, Stainless steel sink with lever taps, Under pelmet lighting |
Property Description
Retirement Living at Birch Place
The residential complex is located in the large village of Crowthorne in south-eastern Berkshire, England. Birch Place is a new retirement development offering all the conditions for a high-quality life. The green and well-developed area provides all the necessary amenities within walking distance of the residential complex. The local transport interchanges allow you to quickly and comfortably get to any destination. It includes the Crowthorne railway station and several bus stops. You can also rent a car or bicycle here.
Close to the house, there are various shops and malls to buy everything you need, from food and drinks to clothes and gadgets. Visit popular supermarkets such as Co-op Food, Crowthorne Food & Wine, M&S Simply Food, and Lidl for fresh food. If you are looking for a delicious family dinner or a cosy place with friends, check out Don Beni, Two Sisters Cafe, Rolling Feast and Costa Coffee where excellent food and drinks are served for all tastes.
Retirement living is not an excuse to stay at home, as there are many leisure options near Birch Place. Here you can spend time actively at East Berkshire Golf Club and Wellington Real Tennis Club. Fans of calm relaxation can watch an exciting show performed by the Crowthorne Amateur Theatrical Society or take a stroll through the picturesque Wildmoor Heath Nature Reserve. Also, next to the residential complex is the Crowthorne Library.
Which amenities can you find near the complex?
- Nurseries/Education: Our Lady's Preparatory School (6 min), Kids Inc Day Nursery - Crowthorne (7 min), Crowthorne Village Pre-school (9 min), The Ark Pre-school (11 min), Crowthorne C of E Primary School (10 min), Wellington College (17 min).
- Shopping: Co-op Food - Crowthorne (12 min), G S Supermarket (8 min), Crowthorne Food & Wine (12 min), M&S Simply Food (13 min), Lidl (12 min), Dukes Ride Food & Wine (13 min).
- Medical Facilities: Ringmead Medical Practice – Crowthorne (11 min), New Wokingham Road Surgery (2 min), Heath Hill Surgery (10 min), Medivet Crowthorne – Kynoch Vets (7 min), Dukes Pharmacy (12 min), Lloyds Pharmacy (12 min).
- Café/Restaurants: Don Beni (12 min), Costa Coffee (12 min), Two Sisters Cafe (11 min), Rolling Feast (9 min), Golden Fry (13 min), Kabirs Restaurant (11 min).
- Entertainment: East Berkshire Golf Club (17 min), Wellington Real Tennis Club (12 min), Coral Reef Bracknell's Waterworld (59 min), Crowthorne Amateur Theatrical Society (9 min), Pinewood Miniature Railway, Playground (33 min), Sandhurst Playground Area (45 min).
- Others: Wildmoor Heath Nature Reserve (21 min), Heath Lake (17 min), Crowthorne Library (11 min), Wellington Health & Fitness Club (15 min).
What is the architectural style of the complex?
Birch Place is a retirement property that consists of many traditional-style houses. The houses come with multi-pitched grey tile roofs, large dark-framed windows and glass doors. The exterior walls are finished with red brick, and the ground floors are covered with large white tiles. Also, there are small balconies and terraces with latticed rails.
Which amenities are on the territory?
The new residential complex is fully equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay of pensioners. Wheelchair access and lifts to all floors are provided here to ensure comfortable movement around the complex. The grounds include a common room, restaurant, guest suite, laundry and beauty salon. Residents can use the 24-hour assistance service. The security system consists of a camera entry system, smoke detectors and fire detection equipment. Also, Birth Place offers car parking and mobility scooter storage.
Is there public transport?
- Bus Stop: 125, 125A (5 min).
- Railway Station: Crowthorne (14 min).
- Road Access: Duke's Ride, Waterloo Road.
- Car Rental: Silver Fox Carriage Company (54 min).
- Bicycle Rental: Swinley Bike Hub Swinley Forest's Trail Centre (59 min).
- Others: 1st Stop Minibus (8 min), Taylor Hanson (12 min).
What type of units are for sale?
Birch Place boasts a beautiful collection of 1- and 2-bedroom apartments for retirees. The fitted kitchens are equipped with integrated NEFF appliances and functional furniture. The spacious bathrooms come with fitted showers, mirrors, heated towel rails and extractor ventilation. There are walk-in wardrobes in the bedrooms.
Who is the developer of Birch Place?
Birch Place is a new project by McCarthy & Stone, a leading developer of retirement communities in the United Kingdom, founded in 1977. During its professional activity, the company has built over 58,000 retirement properties. McCarthy & Stone believes retirement is a new way of life that offers people more opportunities and time to do what they love. Therefore, it strives to create retirement communities that improve the quality of life of its residents. On Korter, you can find all retirement homes, including Jupiter House in Buckinghamshire, Miami House in Essex, Loddon House in Berkshire, and more. Visit the official website for more details.
