Summary - DOVEHOUSE LODGE 12 WRATTEN ROAD WEST HITCHIN SG5 2EJ
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Comfortable two-bedroom ground-floor retirement apartment with communal facilities and chain free sale..
Ground-floor two-double-bedroom retirement apartment with 794 sq ft.
24-hour Careline, intercom and on-site security measures.
Homeowners’ lounge, coffee bar and landscaped communal gardens.
Large walk-in storage; fitted kitchen with waist-height oven.
Chain free sale; 994 years remaining on the lease.
Ground rent £650 pa (noted as expensive) and service charges likely apply.
Parking is first-come, first-served (no allocated spaces).
Community heating scheme; limited individual heating control noted.
Set within the Churchill Dovehouse Lodge retirement complex, this ground-floor two-double-bedroom apartment offers comfortable, secure living for the over-60s. The spacious sitting/dining room, glazed doors and neutral décor create a bright, calm living space, while both bedrooms include generous wardrobe storage. The property is offered chain free and sits just 1.3 miles from Hitchin station, putting shops and cafés within easy walking distance.
Residents benefit from communal facilities designed for social living and peace of mind: a homeowners’ lounge with coffee bar, landscaped gardens with seating, and a 24-hour Careline emergency response. Practical features include a large walk-in storage cupboard off the hall, a fitted kitchen with waist-height oven, and a fully tiled bathroom with separate shower cubicle.
Important practical points: the apartment is leasehold (994 years remaining) with a community heating scheme and a notable annual ground rent of £650. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis rather than allocated spaces. Local data indicates very high recorded crime levels in the area, which prospective buyers should consider alongside the strong on-site security measures.
This property will suit active retirees or those looking to downsize into a well-serviced, social setting with the option of additional care if needed. It offers a balance of independent living and communal support, though buyers should factor communal costs, the heating arrangement and local safety statistics into their decision.
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