Park Lodge, Billericay

Over recent years, this tastefully improved first-floor two bedroom retirement apartment has been thoughtfully upgraded throughout, making it an ideal place to enjoy your retirement.
Situated within the popular Park Lodge development, the apartment combines practicality with comfort, with two double bedrooms and a welcoming bright south-west facing corner position together with ample storage.
The notable recent improvements include two new storage heaters (one in the Lounge & another in the Hall) complete redecoration, new spotlights in Lounge, a modern professionally designed kitchen with appliances & new spotlights, a stylish shower room with low-profile walk-in shower, and new uPVC double-glazed windows with blinds, ensuring a light-filled, warm, and welcoming home.
Its convenient location within the development, close by the communal stairs, provides easy access to the communal facilities, including a launderette and resident lounge, while the rear car park is equally close at hand.
A selection of shops and amenities are adjacent to the complex; these include Opticians, Doctor, and Dental surgeries, with Billericay High Street just a mile away. A bus stop is conveniently situated outside Park Lodge, with a service into central Billericay.
PARK LODGE
Built by Wimpey Retirement Homes, the development comprises 79 one and two bedroom apartments arranged over 2 floors, the upper floors serviced by two lifts. On-site facilities include a Residents Lounge, Dining Area, Communal Computers, and Laundry,
Doors from the main resident's lounge open out to the Sun Patio and Lawn.
The complex is set within its own landscaped Grounds with parking available for visitor's courtesy of 2 CAR PARKS, the front main car park, and a further smaller rear car park.
An experienced management company with on site manager, takes care of all external maintenance offering residents peace of mind without intruding into their privacy.
Aimed specifically at the over 55's, 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 flats.
Adjacent to the main entrance is the Managers office, with the area around encompassing the 2 Residents Lounges and Dining area.
Just opposite the manager's office is the lift and a stair access to the first floor where this apartment will be the right along the hallway.
THE APARTMENT
Private Entrance Door through to:
HALLWAY
The hallway provides access to all rooms and includes a large walk-in utility cupboard housing the newly fitted hot water system, which allows selective economical heating of the tank.
A further built-in cupboard offers additional storage but currently houses a freezer and there is an access point to the loft.
BEDROOM ONE 4.11m x 2.7m (13'5 x 8'10)
This generous double bedroom looks out to the side of the development and features built-in bedroom furniture, including a recess for a bed, maximizing both comfort and functionality.
BEDROOM TWO 4.11m x 2.05m (13'5 x 6'8)
Also overlooking the side of the development, this room is suitable for a small double bed, providing flexibility for use as a guest or study room.
A small fitted wardrobe provides added storage.
SHOWER ROOM
The newly fitted shower room has been stylishly finished with a push-button WC, pedestal wash basin with mixer taps, and a large walk-in shower with a low-profile tray for easy access.
Inset spotlights, and carefully chosen fittings complete the sleek contemporary look.
LIVING ROOM 5.53m x 2.84m (18'1 x 9'3)
Bathed in natural light from two rear-facing windows, one of which is a bay projection, the south-west facing lounge with inset downlighters, offers a bright and welcoming space to relax.
KITCHEN 2.6m x 1.81m (8'6 x 5'11)
The recently refitted kitchen with its side window and inset downlighters was professionally designed and supplied by Wren Kitchens. The white fronted shaker style units with brass coloured knobs and contrasting worktops are fitted to three sides of the room.
Built within the units in a stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps, Neff Double Oven, Neff 4 Zone Ceramic Hob, and spaces for a washing machine and fridge, both of which are understood to remain with the property.
OUTSIDE
Located on the rear corner of the development, the apartment enjoys views over the adjoining residential York Road and is conveniently close to the rear car park.
Communal facilities include a launderette and a resident lounge where events are regularly organised.
SUMMARY
This refurbished two-bedroom retirement apartment offers a comfortable, practical, and light-filled home in a popular and convenient location, ideal for those over 55's who are seeking a modern and easy-to-maintain living space.
LEASE
Subject to confirmation via the Solicitors, we understand the Lease to be 99 years from December 2017. which means there is currently 91 years remaining.
The current Service Charges is £211.49 per month and include the maintenance of the grounds, the Warden and associated 24hr emergency careline costs, buildings insurance and water rates. All the property owner is responsible for, is their own heating, lighting, decoration, and maintenance of their own flat and Council Tax.
The Ground Rent is £75 per year.