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£240,000
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2 bedroom retirement property for sale

Kingfisher Lodge, The Dell, Chelmsford
Retirement
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Retirement property
2 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: D*
602 sq ft / 56 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Leasehold
Council tax, if payable: Ask agent
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Leasehold
  • RETIREMENT APARTMENT
  • GREAT BADDOW LOCATION
  • CLOSE TO THE VINEYARDS SHOPPING CENTRE
  • TWO BEDROOMS
  • FIRST FLOOR LEVEL
  • WELL MAINTAINED COMMUNAL GARDENS
  • FULLY REFURBISHED
  • VIEWINGS STRONGLY ADVISED
Having been completely refurbished by its current owner, this two bedroom first floor purpose built retirement apartment now offers a very comfortable and modern feel. Surrounded by impeccably kept communal gardens and grounds, Kingfisher Lodge was built in the mid 1980's and offers facilities such as residents lounge, laundry room, lifts to all levels and guest suite available for friends relatives for overnight stays. There is also parking for residents and visitors alike. The apartment itself now offers new heating, fully refitted modern kitchen with a range of white high gloss wall and base level units, a superb modern shower room, good size main bedroom and lounge with French doors and juliet style balcony. Kingfisher Lodge offers a convenient location with access into town and almost immediate access into local parkland, whilst The Vineyard Shopping Centre is close by with a range of useful amenities. Viewing is advised!

Kingfisher Lodge is situated adjacent to the park just off The Dell in the village of Great Baddow that has a small shopping centre in the Vineyards which is within easy reach. The complex is only for retired persons age 55 or over. It comprises one and two bedroom flats with its own landscaped gardens and private off road parking area. Each apartment is equipped with emergency pull cords connected to a 24 hour care line. Kingfisher Lodge was built in 1985 and is managed by Freemont Property Managers. Facilities within the complex include a lift, a residents lounge, a laundry room and a guest suite is available for friends and relatives overnight stays. Each flat has its own emergency audio system with direct contact to a 24 hour a day care line for emergencies. A security entry system enables residents to identify visitors before allowing them to enter. Each apartment has electric heating and double glazed windows. There is an annual service charge payable details of which is available on request. Fixtures and fittings which may or may not be included must be negotiated at the time of purchase and confirmed with the legal representatives acting.

Entrance door through to

ENTRANCE HALL
Coving to ceiling, storage cupboard with shelving and hanging rail, further separate cupboard housing immersion heater, wall mounted electric heater, loft access, laminate wood flooring, doors to

SITTING ROOM 4.27m (14'0") x 3.35m (11'0")
Coving to ceiling, wall mounted heater, French style doors opening onto juliet style balcony, open plan to

KITCHEN 3.35m (11'0") x 2.44m (8'0")
Inset spot lights, fitted with a comprehensive range of modern white high gloss fronted wall and base level units, built in mid level oven, separate hob with hood over, integrated fridge freezer, space for slimline dishwasher, cupboard housing washing machine. Whilst the kitchen and the sitting room are open plan a breakfast bar style table has been created allowing in our opinion sitting for 4/5. The table top compliments the kitchen work surfaces.

BEDROOM ONE 4.09m (13'5") x 3.05m (10'0")
Double glazed window to front, built in wardrobes with shelving and hanging rails.

BEDROOM TWO 3.10m (10'2") x 2.03m (6'8")
Double glazed window to front, laminate wood flooring.

REPLACEMENT SHOWER ROOM
Inset spot lights, modern suite comprising double width shower unit with glazed screen, close coupled w.c, wash hand basin with mixer tap and cupboard under, large heated chrome towel rail, brickwork style tiling to walls.

KINGFISHER LODGE
As mentioned previously, Kingfisher Lodge offers many communal facilities including a residents lounge, laundry room and guest suite, whilst lifts provide access to all levels. There is allocated parking for residents and visitors alike, and the building itself is surrounded by well maintained communal grounds and secure entrance and exit.

LEASE INFORMATION
LEASE REMAINING: 88 years approx.
GROUND RENT: approx. currently £NIL
SERVICE CHARGE: approx. currently £262.76 per month
ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING: D
COUNCIL TAX BAND: B


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    Adrians are Independent Estate Agents established in 1971 and have built their reputation as one of the most successful Estate Agents in Chelmsford by consistently producing results. They are known not only for their experience, knowledge of the area and professionalism but also for the quality of their service.Adrians are probably the most experienced sales team in Chelmsford with two resident partners assisted by an enthusiastic and highly experienced sales team approaching 100 years combined experience. They are able to offer advice and assistance on a full range of Estate Agency services.

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