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1 bedroom apartment
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Property description & features
- Tenure: Leasehold
In addition to the security and support this well-respected development offers, this particular apartment has been thoughtfully decorated and improved over the years to ensure the overall look and fittings are tasteful and modern in appearance. This is no more obvious than in both the refitted shower room and the kitchen which have been designed with thought and consideration.
It's also worth noting the bedroom has a triple wardrobe, there is an enormous walk-in store cupboard and the electric heaters have been replaced with much more aesthetically pleasing units that are likely to be far more efficient.
Conveniently positioned within the complex just a short walk from the welcoming communal lounge, this lovely apartment will be the perfect choice of home at Park Lodge.
A selection of shops and amenities are adjacent to the development: these include opticians, doctors and dental surgeries and Billericay High Street is just a mile away. A bus stop is conveniently situated outside Park Lodge with a regular service into central Billericay and to the station.
PARK LODGE
Built by Wimpey Retirement Homes, the development comprises 79 studio, one bed and two bedroom apartments arranged over two floors, the upper floors serviced by two lifts. On-site facilities include a Residents' Lounge, Dining Area, Communal Computer Area, Laundry and Games Room.
Doors from the main residents' lounge open out to the patio and communal lawn.
The complex is set within its own landscaped grounds with parking available for visitors courtesy of two car parks at the front and rear of the building.
An experienced management company takes care of all external maintenance offering residents peace of mind without intruding into their privacy.
Aimed specifically at the over 55s, this is a development which allows you to live in a self-contained apartment offering total independence, yet with the added security, should you require it, and in a location which is convenient for everything.
MAIN ENTRANCE
Main entrance door with secure entry phone intercom link to all the flats.
Adjacent to the main entrance is the Manager's Office, with the area around encompassing the two residents' lounges and dining area.
A lift from the communal lounge or stairs, positioned just behind the lift, gives access to the first floor.
THE APARTMENT
COMMUNAL HALLWAY
This ground floor apartment is accessed via the tiled corridor positioned just by the main entrance. Security door gives access into the carpeted communal hall and the entrance door for this apartment is just along on the right-hand side.
ENTRANCE HALL
This L-shaped entrance hallway gives access to each of the rooms, to your left as you walk in is a very handy and surprisingly large walk-in storage cupboard. Doors to..
BEDROOM ONE 4.14 m x 2.65 m (13'6 x 8'7)
This double bedroom has a rear window and a built-in triple wardrobe.
SHOWER ROOM
Having been refitted, the shower room has a nice modern style and includes a neat looking WC with pushbutton flush and concealed cistern, a vanity unit with a ceramic basin and mixer taps plus there is a walk-in shower with high level wall mounted tap furniture and a built-in seat.
LIVING ROOM 5.56 m x 2.98 m (18'2 x 9'8)
Being ground floor and central, this is one those few apartments that has a full height glazed panel and door opening onto a small patio and the communal gardens.
In recent years, this lounge has been tastefully decorated, the storage heaters have been replaced with more modern units and there is an open access into the kitchen.
KITCHEN 2.57 m x 1.79 m (8'4 x 5'9)
As you will see from the photos this kitchen with its wood style flooring and rear window, has again been refitted in a tasteful style using cream-coloured shaker units with complimentary worktops and matching splashback's giving a neat and tidy appearance.
This kitchen has a built-in sink unit with mixer taps, a halogen hob and spaces for a washing machine and fridge freezer. It's worth noting there is a launderette within the Park Lodge development so having a washing machine within the apartment is purely personal choice.
WARDEN CONTROLLED
Emergency alarm pull-cord is provided in the apartment. Pulling the cord will immediately alert the house manager to your need for help. When the Manager is off-duty, the system is linked to an emergency 24 hour Response Unit. Either in person or through the alarm intercom, you can be sure there will always be someone available in the event of an emergency day or night, every day of the year.
Subject to confirmation via the Solicitors we understand the Lease to be 99 years from 1983.
The current Service Charge is approx. £250 per month and includes the maintenance of the grounds, the warden and associated 24 hour emergency careline costs, building's insurance and water rates.
All property owners are responsible for is their own heating, lighting, decoration and maintenance of their own apartment and Council Tax.
The Ground Rent is £75 per year.
LOCATION
Adjacent to Park Lodge is the Queens Park shopping centre which will provide most every day needs. Shops include Co-op supermarket, Boots the chemist, florist, dry cleaners and a pet shop.
There is also a doctors' surgery, dentist and opticians.
The 'NIBS' bus stop outside the development provides transport to the high street and nearby towns.
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus fixtures, fittings or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
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