1 bed flat for sale

Havencourt, Victoria Road, Chelmsford CM1

Well presented 1 bedroom second floor retirement apartment is the most conveniently situated complex adjacent to the Police Station in the City centre. It is offered for sale with no chain and benefits from electric heating, double glazed windows and there is a security entry phone system. Access to the apartment can be via the stairs or lift and it is is an part of the complex which gives access to this and one other apartment. There are large well tended communal grounds and residents parking bays on a first come first served basis. Well worth an internal viewing!

Havencourt is situated just off Victoria Road on the very fringe of the City centre within just minutes walking distance of the High Street and Cathedral. The complex is for females aged 60 or over and males aged 65 or over. It comprises fifty seven 1 bedroom flats and three 2 bedroom flats with its own landscaped gardens and private car park. The complex has its own House Manager and each apartment is equipped with emergency pull cords which are operational 24 hours a day. Havencourt was built in 1984 and is managed by FirstPort. Facilities within the complex include a lift, a resident-s lounge, a laundry room and guest suites are available for friends and relatives overnight stays. Each flat has its own emergency audio system with direct contact to the House Manager when on duty and the accommodation is equipped with emergency pull cords linked to the House Manager together with Careline a 24 hour back up system. A security entry system enables residents to identify visitors before allowing them to enter. Each apartment has electric heating, double glazed windows and there is cavity wall insulation. There is a ground rent and annual service charge payable details of which are available on request. Fixtures and fittings which may or may not be included must be negotiated at the time of purchase and confirmed with the legal representatives acting. Please note that these details are subject to change and any prospective buyer will need to confirm any specific information with their solicitors prior to an exchange. Should you wish to view this complex and the apartment, please be aware that as is common with most retirement complexes parking is communal and monitored and therefore vehicle registrations must be entered onto a keypad in the foyer to avoid a possible parking penalty.

Ground floor entrance door with security entry phone system leading to communal hallways, stairs and lift giving access to the second floor landing, personal door to

Entrance Hall

An 'L' shaped entrance hall with electric wall mounted heater, entry phone, built in cupboard housing the water tank with shelving for storage, coved ceiling, white panelled doors leading to

Lounge (4.04m x 3.47m)

Electric fire, double glazed window to side having a view over the car parking area with a mature tree backdrop from Guy Harlings, coved ceiling, opening to

Kitchen (2.6m x 2.1m)

Comprehensively fitted with a range of units comprising inset one and a quarter bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, working surfaces with cupboards and drawer unit under, built in hob and oven with cooker hood above, space for fridge freezer, eye level cupboards, tiling over worktops, coved ceiling, electric down-flow heater.

Bedroom (4.67m x 2.80m)

Electric wall mounted heater, good range of bedroom furniture including wardrobe cupboard, bedside units, drawer unit and dressing table unit, double glazed window to side with the same view as the lounge, coved ceiling.

Shower Room

Fitted with a white suite comprising w.c, vanity wash hand basin with mixer tap, shower cubicle with fitted Mira shower unit and grab rail, towel warmer, coved ceiling, extractor fan.

Parking

There are residents parking bays on a first come first serve basis, there are also a limited amount of covered parking spaces which can be rented yearly when available.

Outside

To the rear of the property is an area of well tended communal gardens with raised planters, seating areas and numerous trees, large area of lawn and certainly one of the larger communal gardens for retirement complexes.

Please be aware that should you be successful in having an offer accepted through Adrians, we are legally required by the hmrc to conduct aml (Anti-Money Laundering) Checks for compliance efforts. For this there is a non-refundable charge of £25.00 including VAT per person which will be invoice receipted for your records.

Chelmsford is a vibrant and fast growing City that blends modern living with rich heritage, making it an attractive choice for a wide range of buyers. As the county town of Essex, it benefits from two train stations offering direct services to London Liverpool Street - Chelmsford Station and the newly opened Beaulieu Park Station - making it especially appealing for commuters.
The City is known for welcoming, multicultural community, reflected in its diverse neighbourhoods, varied dining out options, international grocery stores and inclusive local events. At its heart stands Chelmsford Cathedral, a striking landmark and cultural hub offering a community venue which also runs concerts, exhibitions and educational events throughout the year. The area is also highly regarded for its education, home to two of the regions most respected grammar schools: King Edward VI Grammar School (kegs) and Chelmsford County High School for Girls (cchs), both renowned for academic excellence. With extensive green spaces such as Central Park and Hylands Estate, alongside a lively City centre filled with shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, Chelmsford offers a balanced lifestyle ideal for families, professionals, and those seeking excellent connectivity with a strong sense of community.