A change for the better at Imperial Court

While downsizing is a move many consider - offering to free up both equity and time spent on DIY and maintaining large gardens - making the move itself can be tough, especially if it means moving out of the family home. At Imperial Court in Wokingham, Millgate Homes has created an environment that could offer the perfect solution.

Exclusively for the over 55s, with a discreet concierge service, beautifully furnished club lounge, self-contained guest accommodation and gardens designed by a Chelsea award-winning landscaper, this collection of just forty two 1 and 2 bedroom apartments has been designed with discerning downsizers in mind.

So, if you’ve been thinking of downsizing for some time but have yet to find the right property, a visit to Imperial Court could provide the answer. At Warren Court, a similar Millgate Homes development in Ashtead, Ivy Gosling found that downsizing Millgate-style was just what she had been looking for:

“When my husband passed away last year, I no longer felt I could stay alone in the family home – not only was it too large for one person, but I felt lonely. The majority of my neighbours were out working, so I couldn’t just drop in for a coffee during the day. Some friends had moved into a nearby retirement scheme and were really enjoying their new lifestyle, so I made the decision that it was time for me to downsize too.

“But while I felt that the time was right to make a move, I knew that the type of development my friends had moved to wasn’t for me – the development itself felt too large and impersonal, while the rooms in the apartments were too small. However, I really liked the idea of a communal area where I could relax and have a chat and a coffee with my neighbours, so a normal apartment scheme didn’t fit what I was looking for either.

“Millgate Homes provided exactly what I have been looking for – the apartments feel spacious and well planned and the specification is lovely. I’m really looking forward to moving in and being able to socialise in the club lounge, but still enjoy my privacy.”

At Imperial Court the private apartments feature generous, light-filled rooms and a specification of the highest standard. While many apartments enjoy their own patios or balconies, a stroll around the communal gardens can make you forget just how conveniently close you are to Wokingham’s bustling town centre and its host of shops, bars and eateries. Whether you choose to hone your skills on the putting green, relax and reflect in the tranquillity of the water garden, soak up some rays on the decked area or simply wander down the light-dappled Lime Walk, the garden offers something to suit every mood.

And to help make downsizing to Imperial Court even easier, Millgate Homes is offering to take the strain out of the sale of your existing home through its Assisted Move package.

With up to £7,500 toward agent’s fees relating to the sale of your existing property, £1,000 toward legal fees and £1,000 towards removal costs on offer, subject to terms and conditions, the ‘Assisted Move’ package is designed to make your move as stress-free as possible. The scheme also includes a handyman for the day once you have moved into your new Millgate apartment, to help with those fiddly jobs such as fitting curtain rails and fixing pictures.

Prices start at £187,500 and the Show Apartment is open daily from 10am – 4pm. Visit Millgatehomes.co.uk to find out more.