Lock House
Keeper Close, Firepool, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1AX
Keeper Close, Firepool, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1AX
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Make the most of life
We believe we all deserve to live a life well lived, and at McCarthy Stone we want to help make the UK the best place in which to grow old.
Manager's Description
"This new McCarthy & Stone retirement living development is located on the Firepool Lock site, just half a mile from the town centre of Taunton, in England’s south west. The development has plenty of..." Show more "This new McCarthy & Stone retirement living development is located on the Firepool Lock site, just half a mile from the town centre of Taunton, in England’s south west. The development has plenty of amenities on its doorstep, including a wide range of shops and local services, as well as the lovely Victoria Park and River Tone within easy walking distance.The 20 one-bedroom apartments and 24 two-bedroom apartments all feature a fully fitted kitchen with an oven, hob and hood, and a fully fitted shower room. Homeowners will be treated to luxurious underfloor heating and energy-saving double glazed glass to keep the heat in during winter. There are telephone and TV points in both the living room and main bedroom, plus a Sky/Sky+ connection. Selected apartments will also have walk-in wardrobes and open sunny balconies.
Construction start date, sales release and first occupation are still to be confirmed." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold and Rent (market) and Shared Ownership
44 flats. Built in 2018. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Guest facilities, Garden, car parking facilities
New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to terms of lease and landlord's written permission).
Housing Authority: Somerset West and Taunton
Social Care Authority: Somerset
Info updated: 08/06/2016
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Resale: A 2 bedroom apartment. Asking price £325,000. (Notified 18/04/2024) Contact McCarthy Stone Resales on 0345 556 4121 or click here to view details on their website.
Resale: A 2 bedroom apartment. Asking price £325,000. (Notified 18/04/2024) Contact McCarthy Stone Resales on 0345 556 4121 or click here to view details on their website.
Resale: A 1 bedroom apartment. Asking price £220,000. (Notified 18/04/2024) Contact McCarthy Stone Resales on 0345 556 4121 or click here to view details on their website.
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"It is a wonderfully safe development, with a great house Manager, a short walk from all local facilities. We are a close knit group of people from div..." Show more
"It is a wonderfully safe development, with a great house Manager, a short walk from all local facilities. We are a close knit group of people from diverse backgrounds who enjoy one another's company and hold a large number of social events enabling all abilities to take part.
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Made by a resident in 2019
"It is a wonderfully safe development, with a great house Manager, a short walk from all local facilities. We are a close knit group of people from diverse backgrounds who enjoy one another's company and hold a large number of social events enabling all abilities to take part.
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Made by a resident in 2019
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Make the most of life
We believe we all deserve to live a life well lived, and at McCarthy Stone we want to help make the UK the best place in which to grow old.
Memberships
Retirement Housing Group: The organisation that developed and/or manages this facility is a member of the Retirement Housing Group which advocates for more good quality retirement housing
