2 bedroom retirement property

Over 60s retirement property for sale and rent in Great Dunmow, Essex This contemporary new development features 30 stunning one and two-bedroom retirement apartments conveniently located in the centre of Great Dunmow, a quaint and historic market town in the Uttlesford district of Essex. Easy independent living for the over 60s All our retirement property for sale and rent in Great Dunmow is cleverly designed with smart yet stylish features, like easy turn taps, to make life easier now and in the future. Low maintenance, warm and elegant, with the latest security and safety features built in, most of our homeowners enjoy cheaper bills too. Many of these retirement apartments have either private patios or balconies. All offer access to attractive communal spaces including the beautiful lounge with Wi-Fi and a state-of-the-art audio and video system plus a gorgeous garden area with seating. You’re looked after by the friendly on-site manager and these shared spaces are filled with (entirely optional) events, parties and clubs. Parking is available and well-behaved pets are welcome too. Local Area The ancient market town of Great Dunmow is rich in character and steeped in history – including the Dunmow Flitch Trials which are held every four years on a leap year. This tradition is mentioned in the 14th century Canterbury Tales, which awards a flitch of bacon to couple who can prove the happiness of their marriage. This development’s desirable location is perfect for retirement living. It is close, often walking distance, to a range of shops, traditional pubs serving good food, cafes and restaurants – the town offers tapas, Indian and Thai as well as contemporary British. You’ll also be close to essentials like a post office and pharmacy and the town has a library, community centres and a gym, fitness centre and swimming pool. Great Dunmow offers plenty of things to do from the extraordinary Talliston House & Gardens, The Forgotten Gardens of Easton Lodge and the pretty village of Thaxted which has a windmill as well as an annual Morris Dancing Festival. The ancient Hatfield Forest is the ideal spot for walks, cycling and outdoor pursuits, while Chelmsford and Saffron Walden can be reached by car in under half an hour . For trips further afield Stansted Airport is conveniently situated within 15 minutes’ drive of the development. The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 26/09/2022