Low-maintenance one-bedroom with lift access and communal facilities.
First-floor retirement apartment, designed for age 55+
A well-presented first-floor retirement apartment in Castle Lodge, designed for those aged 55+. The flat offers a light sitting/dining room, fitted kitchen, larger-than-average bedroom with built-in wardrobe and useful storage cupboards, all within a low-maintenance building close to Chippenham town centre.
The development includes a lift to all floors, large owners' lounge, ground-floor communal lounge, laundry, guest suite and on-site parking. The building is modern (construction circa 2007–2011) and benefits from double glazing and a care/support system, making it easy to live in without heavy upkeep.
Buyers should note practical drawbacks: accommodation is compact (approximately 622 sq ft) and heated by electric storage heaters. Broadband speeds are very slow and the area records very high crime levels — factors that may affect convenience and insurance costs. The property is leasehold and communal facilities incur service charges; use of the guest suite carries an additional fee.
Overall this is a sensible, low-effort option for a single person or couple wanting a central, purpose-built retirement apartment with communal support and modest running costs, provided the leasehold, broadband and local crime profile meet your requirements.