Guardian Court
Properties for rent 47-51 Westwood Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1WH View on map
Welcome to Guardian Court
At Guardian Court retirement housing scheme in Southampton, we offer 44 one bedroom and 8 two bedroom purpose-built properties for rent for people over the age of 55.
The property is situated close to Southampton City Centre and has excellent transport links to the train station, port and all shopping areas. The local shops are within walking distance and include supermarkets, a post office, library, bakery, hairdressers and cafes. There are doctors' surgeries within walking distance and on the local bus route. Other local amenities include Southampton Common, pubs and a number of places of worship.
We understand that sometimes you like to be alone and at other times you may want to be more sociable. Our properties give you that freedom. At Guardian Court we run social activities including bingo, whist, darts, skittles evenings, coffee mornings, a book club and various seasonal events.
You will not need to worry about maintenance and repairs or gardening upkeep as we take care of those. We provide a wide range of facilities, including a communal lounge, a guest room, a garden with seating area, an on-site laundry and 30 parking spaces.
Features
Communal facilities
Shared facilities complementing each private residence:
- WiFi
- 1 lift
- Scooter storage
- Hairdressing salon
- Secure door entry system on all external doors
Outdoor space
Well maintained outdoor space for you to enjoy:
- Garden
- Seated patio area
- Communal greenhouse
Care and support
More support available when you need it:
- Supporting Manager
Life at Guardian Court
At Guardian Court sheltered housing scheme, we offer purpose-built and well-maintained rented accommodation for people over the age of 55.
Your home will be completely self-contained with your own front door allowing the privacy and independence you expect. It will be easy to maintain, and you will be able to give your new home a personal touch and decorate and furnish it as you wish.
Your kitchen will have fully-fitted units. There will be storage space and lounge and bedroom areas.
Many of the people who live in our properties have arranged broadband and digital or satellite TV and most properties have a telephone point.
You will want to feel safe in your new home and that’s why each of our properties is fitted with an emergency alarm.
Our retirement properties have a real community feel where people interact with their neighbours, families and friends, continuing to do all the things they love.
Our rented housing locations plan and organise a wide range of activities and events tailored to the interests of the people living in them. Events are varied and many of our rented housing locations choose to set up social committees to include everyone in the planning of communal events and activities.
Pricing information
Anchor endeavour to be completely transparent about all our charges and fees. Below is indicative pricing to act as a guide to the costs at Guardian Court, Southampton. For further information please contact us.
How much does it cost?
Properties for rent
Your monthly fee will range from £583.11 and normally includes your rent, service charge, heating, hot water and water rates.
What is included in rental fees?
Our service charge covers all the cost of amenities you share with your neighbours, including the scheme manager service, our 24-hour emergency call service (Anchorcall), repairs and maintenance, window cleaning, gardening and the cleaning of communal areas.
Your local council will be able to advise you about getting help paying your rent and service charge through housing benefit. They will also be able to tell you if they will be paying a grant to us to meet or contribute towards the support cost elements of our services to you.
Getting here
Guardian Court
47-51 Westwood Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1WH
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