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Discover beautifully designed coastal bungalows and chalet bungalows for relaxed later life living in the heart of Tollesbury.
Explore our show homes, landscaped gardens, woodland walks and the Clubhouse overlooking the pond. Enjoy tea, cake and pasties throughout the day.
Incentives and tailored moving packages available to help you move with ease.
Set in 2.5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, built by Island Bridge properties for Lewis and Scott Retirement living the Freya is a bespoke detached bungalow designed with efficiency, and forever in mind.
All of the properties on Salt Meadows are either M43 or M42 compliant, meaning they are already or can be adapted for disabilities and older living.
The development is aimed at those over 60 years old, this is relevant to the main occupant not the purchaser.
There are five property types providing a wide choice of accommodation from one bedroom bungalows to three bedroom chalet cottages - The Violet, The Freya, The Isabella, The Imogen, and The Norah.
All homes benefit from energy efficient air-source heat pumps, underfloor heating, EV chargers, open-plan layouts, and low-maintenance outdoor spaces.
Each have their own private gardens and terraces, but in addition to this, Lewis and Scott have created a range of communal facilities for residents to enjoy and socialise in, including a forest walk, landscaped gardens, and The Salt Meadows Clubhouse; a welcoming social hub available for exclusive use of the residents and their guests, complete with a kitchen, WC, and a veranda overlooking the pond.
The Violet Only two of four remain available of these beautifully designed semi detached, one bedroom bungalows.
The Violet is highly popular, as it is offered to buyers as a Discount Market Sale incentive (details of the qualifying criteria is available on request).
The rear gardens benefit from a west facing aspect that overlooks the central landscaped gardens. The living space is open plan, with sliding doors to the private veranda and garden.
The kitchen area has integrated appliances including an oven, hob, extractor fan, dishwasher, and fridge freezer.
The double bedroom has an ensuite bathroom which can easily be adapted to a wet room, and the living area has an additional WC.
Externally, there is a low maintenance garden enclosed by a white picket fence, a block paved patio covered by a veranda. The Violet has two allocated parking spaces and an EV charge point.
A key feature of The Violet scheme is its substantial discount from the full market price: * Discounted Price: £297,000 (from Full Market Value of: £371,250) This initiative allows eligible buyers to secure a comfortable and modern home at a cost below typical market rates, making independent living more accessible.
Certain criteria applies for eligibility for the discount. Prospective buyers should contact Hardy-King Estate Agents for full details of the qualification.
Location Tollesbury lies on the Blackwater Estuary, well suited for sailing enthusiasts with a marina and Sailing Club in the village.
Tollesbury still retains many amenities that are rare in villages these days including a butchers, doctors surgery, pharmacy, pub and two local stores.
The village also benefits from its own highly regarded primary school and garage with petrol station.
Notes The information contained in this specification is for reference purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, a contract, or a warranty.
While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, the developer reserves the right to make changes to specifications, layouts, and materials as required.
Any references to planning permissions, warranties, or legal obligations are subject to current regulations and agreements.
Purchasers should seek independent legal advice and review all contractual documents before proceeding with a purchase.
The developer and its representatives accept no liability for errors, omissions, or changes beyond our control.
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