1-bedroom flat · WD6 2DQ
Sold STCReduced £24.9k (−13.9%) on 20 JunListed 292 days
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About
This ground-floor, double-bedroom flat is located in the exclusive Fairbanks Lodge retirement development, designed for the over 60s with warden-controlled assistance.
The apartment includes a spacious double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a large lounge, and a kitchen with built-in oven, electric hob, space for a fridge/freezer, and plumbing for a washing machine.
The shower room features a walk-in shower with a handrail, WC, and wash hand basin with a vanity unit. There's also a useful storage cupboard in the hallway.
Residents benefit from a range of communal facilities, including a large lounge with kitchen, hobby room, laundry room and One allocated parking space is included, with ample visitor parking.
The development offers additional amenities such as an on-site Lodge Manager, emergency Careline system, secure video entry, and regular events in the Owners' Lounge.
There is also a Guest Suite for family and friends, and residents.
Fairbanks Lodge is ideally located just a 5-minute walk from Borehamwood’s High Street and shopping centre, with excellent transport links to London and nearby motorways.
With 24-hour Careline monitoring, intruder alarms, and fire and smoke detection systems, the development ensures safety, security, and peace of mind.
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