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Orchard Gardens, Colchester

PROPERTY TYPE

Apartment

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Floorplan
1

Key features

  • Development Manager
  • Residents Lounge
  • Guest Suite
  • 24/7 emergency call system
  • Communal Gardens
  • Minimum Age 55

Description

A ONE BEDROOM RETIREMENT APARTMENT LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR

Orchard Gardens is a retirement development located on Ipswich Road, Colchester, Essex, comprising 42 flats and bungalows arranged within an established residential setting. Constructed in 1988, the development offers a selection of one and two-bedroom properties. The properties benefit from a range of layouts, typically comprising an entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, one or two bedrooms and a bathroom or shower room. The development benefits from non-resident management staff and a Careium alarm service for added peace of mind. Communal facilities include a residents' lounge, laundry facilities, guest accommodation and communal gardens. New residents are accepted from the age of 55. The development is conveniently situated approximately 100 yards from a bus stop, with local shops and other amenities within easy reach, and Colchester town centre approximately one mile away.

Please speak to our Property Consultant if you require further information regarding any Event Fees that may apply to this property.

ACCOMMODATION

Front door to

ENTRANCE HALL

Light switch, ceiling light. Power points. Storage cupboard, access to loft space, storage heater.

LIVING ROOM

Ceiling light point, storage heaters, emergency pull cord, open arch leading to

KITCHEN With Window

Tiled and fitted with a range of wall and floor units with cupboards, drawers, work tops, stainless steel sink and single drainer. Built-in electric cooker with four ring electric hob and overhead extractor hood. Under counter fridge and freezer. Ceiling light fitting. Wall mounted electric fan heater. Emergency pull cord.

BEDROOM

Ceiling light point, power points, emergency pull cord, storage heater.

SHOWER ROOM

Tiled and fitted with suite comprising walk in shower cubicle with grab rail. Emergency pull cord. WC with low level flush and vanity hand wash basin with cupboard under. Ceiling light. Extractor fan. Wall mounted electric heater.

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: B
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Communal
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Orchard Gardens, Colchester

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About Retirement Homesearch, East of England

East of England

By choosing Retirement Homesearch you can rest assured you are in the best possible hands. We are proud to be Britain's number one retirement property specialist and for the past 30 years have helped thousands of satisfied customers buy and sell their property. Nationwide Coverage

We offer an unbeatable range of retirement properties for sale across England, Scotland and Wales. Experienced Team

Each of our Property Consultants is specially trained on the purchase and sale of retirement properties. Simply call us on England, Scotland & Wales) and we will be happy to help. Once you make contact with your Property Consultant they will be your single point of contact throughout the sale. Viewings Conducted by the Development Manager

What makes Retirement Homesearch unique is that, wherever possible, we will arrange for the property viewing to be conducted by the Development Manager. Because retirement living is about so much more than just bricks and mortar, their advice and guidance in the buying and selling process is indispensable. The Development Manager will be able to present communal facilities, talk through on-site social activities and events and provide a great insight into retirement living. They may also be able to invite prospective buyers to a communal coffee morning. A team you can rely on

All of our experienced Property Consultants have been fully trained in estate agency best practice and abide by the requirements of the Estate Agents Act, the Consumer Protection Regulations and the Money Laundering Act. Retirement Homesearch is a member of the Estate Agents' Ombudsman Scheme which means that members of the public may be confident about the agent's approach in its dealings with actual and potential buyers and sellers of residential property or lettings in the UK.

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Disclaimer - Property reference YRO261051. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Retirement Homesearch, East of England. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.

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