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A beautifully refurbished two bedroom mid-terrace retirement cottage, ideally positioned close to the Mansion House within the highly regarded Cedars Village.
The property has been newly renovated throughout and offers stylish, well-planned accommodation, including a generous sitting room, open-plan kitchen and dining area, conservatory, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a downstairs cloakroom and a south-west facing patio garden overlooking the maintained communal grounds.
The Property Situated in a particularly convenient position close to the Mansion House, this newly refurbished mid-terrace retirement cottage forms part of the attractive Marriot Terrace within Cedars Village.
The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hallway, where there is a useful built-in coat cupboard and a downstairs cloakroom.
From the hall, a door leads through to the sitting room, which enjoys a front facing aspect and provides a comfortable reception space.
The dining area is positioned beyond the sitting room, creating a natural flow through the ground floor accommodation.
The dining area is open plan to the newly fitted kitchen, which has been finished with a range of light grey fitted units and a modern, practical layout.
The kitchen includes integrated Lamona appliances comprising a washer/dryer, fridge/freezer and dishwasher, together with an induction hob and a Neff built-in eye level oven.
There is also a window providing natural light and a cupboard housing the Glow-worm combi-boiler.
From the dining area, a glazed door leads through to the conservatory, which provides an attractive additional living space overlooking the garden.
Double doors open directly onto the south-west facing patio, creating an appealing connection between the house and the outside space.
Stairs rise to the first floor landing, where there is a built-in shelved storage cupboard.
The principal bedroom is a well-proportioned double room with a front facing window, a wall of built-in wardrobes, loft access and an en-suite shower room with a Velux window.
The second bedroom is positioned to the rear and benefits from built-in triple wardrobes, making it a highly practical guest bedroom, dressing room or study space.
A separate family bathroom serves the first floor and is fitted with a bath with shower attachment, WC and wash hand basin, with a Velux skylight window bringing in natural light.
Outside, the property enjoys a south-west facing patio garden area, with outlooks over the beautifully maintained communal grounds.
Its position within Cedars Village places it within easy reach of the Mansion House and the wider facilities available to residents.
Location Cedars Village is an exclusive retirement community for the over-60s, combining independence, security and a welcoming lifestyle.
Set within 22 acres of landscaped grounds opposite the historic Chorleywood Common, the village enjoys a tranquil yet convenient setting.
At the heart of the community is the Grade II listed Victorian Mansion House, home to a newly refurbished library, convenience store, restaurant, bistro and a range of social spaces.
Residents also benefit from attractive amenities including croquet lawns, a wellbeing hub and excellent communal facilities.
Further investment continues to enhance the village, with new features such as a health centre and upgraded communal areas.
Homes are designed with comfort and practicality in mind, offering flexible living spaces and modern safety features.
Cedars Village provides an exceptional environment where community spirit and beautifully maintained surroundings create a rewarding retirement lifestyle.
Lease and Other Material Information Tenure: Leasehold Property Type: Retirement Lease: 999 year lease from 1st November 2023 Ground Rent: £0 pa Management Fee: £9,008.48 pa (1st January 2026 to 31st December 2026 and annually thereafter) for single and double occupancy Council Tax Band: Three Rivers District Council – Band F - £3,509.49 (2026 – 2027) Event Fee Owners of a Retirement Villages Lease are required to pay an event fee on re-sale of the property which is 4% for a sale in the first year, 8% for a sale in the second year, 12% for a sale in the third year, 16% for a sale in the fourth year, and 20% for all sales after the fourth year.
Estate agency fees of 1.5% when RV PROPERTY HOLDINGS LIMITED undertake sales and marketing or sellers choice of agent.
Please ask the Village Manager for more details and a copy of the financial implications. For full information on the management fee please contact the Village Manager.
The service includes: • Full on-site professional estate management. • Upkeep and maintenance to the exterior of buildings and grounds. • Building insurance.
• Membership of the Country Club, which is exclusively for residents and their guests. • Provision of a maintenance reserve fund. • Heating, lighting and energy costs of communal area.
• External window cleaning/decorating • One hour’s domestic cleaning per week. • Weekly collection and laundering of bed linen. • Use of Cedars Village launderette.
• Emergency call & monitoring system. • Visiting GP’s surgery in Cedars Village’s own Wellbeing Hub. Additional care packages can be tailor made on request. Charges apply.
Communal entrance with security code access. Lift and Stairs to Accommodation. Garages are available to rent, please ask for details.
All properties are pre-installed for Virgin Media – Clients to organise their own media packages. You must be 60 years or over to become a purchaser at Cedars Village.
Purchase of a Retirement Villages property is subject to an introductory acceptance interview with the Village Manager. Created 18-06-2026
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