Windsor Lodge
Wellington Avenue, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 9EE
Wellington Avenue, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 9EE
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Providing enjoyable, safe and worry-free retirement living
Churchill Estates manage this development, and Churchill Sales & Lettings handle many re-sales and lettings in Churchill developments.
Manager's Description
"Windsor Lodge is a stylish development of 46 one and two bedroom retirement apartments located in the market town of Princes Risborough, situated between Aylesbury, High Wycombe and Thame.The Chil..." Show more "Windsor Lodge is a stylish development of 46 one and two bedroom retirement apartments located in the market town of Princes Risborough, situated between Aylesbury, High Wycombe and Thame.
The Chilterns area of outstanding natural beauty forms a glorious backdrop to the town and there are a host of visitor attractions and historic hamlets only a short distance away.
Princes Risborough is a historic market town with a variety of shops and places to eat. The High Street is lined with houses dating back to the 18th century. There is an annual town festival held in July which offers a host of music and arts events including concerts, local history exhibitions, guided walks and a street fair.
Windsor lodge is ideally located within half a mile of these amenities which include a Tesco Superstore, Post Office and art gallery.
The town offers excellent transport links with regular bus services operating to Aylesbury and High Wycombe. Princes Risborough railway station is served by Chiltern Railways and offers a service to London Marylebone in one direction and Birmingham in the other." Show less
Main Facts
Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
46 flats. Built in 2011. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Visiting management staff (Lodge Manager 30 hours pw), Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 300 yards; shop 150 yards; post office 0.5 mile(s); town centre 500 yards; GP 600 yards; social centre 0.8 mile(s).
Social activities include: Coffee mornings, Chair-fit, film nights, fish & chips lunch, scrabble, jigsaws and games, as well as seasonal events, organised by Owners and Lodge Manager. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (well behaved pets are welcomed, subject to prior permission).
Housing Authority: Buckinghamshire
Social Care Authority: Buckinghamshire
Info updated: 14/11/2016
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-sale: A 1 bedroom second floor retirement apartment. Price £195,000. Contact Churchill Sales & Lettings on 0800 077 8717 or click here to view details on their website.. (Notified 02/03/2024)
Re-sale: A 2 bedroom ground floor retirement apartment. Price £289,950. Contact Churchill Sales & Lettings on 0800 077 8717 or click here to view details on their website.. (Notified 01/03/2024)
Re-sale: A 2 bedroom top floor retirement apartment. Price £269,000. Contact Churchill Sales & Lettings on 0800 077 8717 or click here to view details on their website.. (Notified 01/03/2024)
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"Very pleasant living. Excellent warden."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"The Lodge is a very good place to live in. Excellent in every way. thoughtful and helpful staff. Warm & cosy to live in, and lots of good company."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I moved here in 2011, the opening date, greeted by a manager and introduced to other incomers. There was an atmosphere of friendliness which continues..." Show more
"I moved here in 2011, the opening date, greeted by a manager and introduced to other incomers. There was an atmosphere of friendliness which continues and I have always felt comfortable. We now benefit from a most competent manager." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I moved here in 2011, the opening date, greeted by a manager and introduced to other incomers. There was an atmosphere of friendliness which continues and I have always felt comfortable. We now benefit from a most competent manager." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"My mother has a lovely, warm, well laid out, 2 bedroom flat overlooking a park. She can watch dog walkers and children playing. No maintenance worries..." Show more
"My mother has a lovely, warm, well laid out, 2 bedroom flat overlooking a park. She can watch dog walkers and children playing. No maintenance worries. Support of excellent manager. Lovely communal area + organised social events. Guest suite. 24 hour care line. Easy walk to shops. No worries here." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"My mother has a lovely, warm, well laid out, 2 bedroom flat overlooking a park. She can watch dog walkers and children playing. No maintenance worries. Support of excellent manager. Lovely communal area + organised social events. Guest suite. 24 hour care line. Easy walk to shops. No worries here." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The lodge has a lovely homely feel with plenty of occasions where the residents can appreciate what ever is being celebrated, such as birthdays, quizz..." Show more
"The lodge has a lovely homely feel with plenty of occasions where the residents can appreciate what ever is being celebrated, such as birthdays, quizzes and film nights etc. Our lodge manager is absolutely fantastic and always ready to help residents." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The lodge has a lovely homely feel with plenty of occasions where the residents can appreciate what ever is being celebrated, such as birthdays, quizzes and film nights etc. Our lodge manager is absolutely fantastic and always ready to help residents." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Close to previous family residence. Convenient and safe."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have a lovely warm two bedroom flat with a balcony and lovely view across the park. Easy to maintain and no worries about maintenance. A very nice a..." Show more
"I have a lovely warm two bedroom flat with a balcony and lovely view across the park. Easy to maintain and no worries about maintenance. A very nice and helpful manager. Pleasant neighbours and enjoyable social events. Easy to walk to shops." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"I have a lovely warm two bedroom flat with a balcony and lovely view across the park. Easy to maintain and no worries about maintenance. A very nice and helpful manager. Pleasant neighbours and enjoyable social events. Easy to walk to shops." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The atmosphere is very friendly and welcoming. The manager is excellent! She is approachable and helpful. Puts on coffee mornings twice a week, which ..." Show more
"The atmosphere is very friendly and welcoming. The manager is excellent! She is approachable and helpful. Puts on coffee mornings twice a week, which is good for the people who cannot get out easily and at which Lindsey can remind us all what's going on during the week." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The atmosphere is very friendly and welcoming. The manager is excellent! She is approachable and helpful. Puts on coffee mornings twice a week, which is good for the people who cannot get out easily and at which Lindsey can remind us all what's going on during the week." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"This is a very happy retirement home & we have a very helpful & caring manager."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"Near to family, pleasant surroundings, companionship, security. manager very conscientious. social event. Feel safe."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"We are like am apple tree. We are the fruit; some good, some bad. Our tree is strong: The trunk-our lodge manager; the roots (unseen) watered by Mill..." Show more
"We are like am apple tree. We are the fruit; some good, some bad. Our tree is strong: The trunk-our lodge manager; the roots (unseen) watered by Millstream; the branches; all helpers, voluntary or paid, who willingly lend support." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"We are like am apple tree. We are the fruit; some good, some bad. Our tree is strong: The trunk-our lodge manager; the roots (unseen) watered by Millstream; the branches; all helpers, voluntary or paid, who willingly lend support." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Exactly fits the Churchill image and matches the advertisements"
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"I am the Lodge manager and overall the owners are very friendly and supportive of each other and myself. They have regular and special social events t..." Show more
"I am the Lodge manager and overall the owners are very friendly and supportive of each other and myself. They have regular and special social events to keep active and involved. Also when one is ill they do what they can to help each other." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
"I am the Lodge manager and overall the owners are very friendly and supportive of each other and myself. They have regular and special social events to keep active and involved. Also when one is ill they do what they can to help each other." Show less
Made by a staff member in 2017
Managed by
Providing enjoyable, safe and worry-free retirement living
Churchill Estates manage this development, and Churchill Sales & Lettings handle many re-sales and lettings in Churchill developments.
Memberships
ARHM: The organisation that manages this scheme is a member of the Association of Retirement Housing Managers, and therefore committed to complying with its Code of Practice.
Retirement Housing Group: The organisation that developed and/or manages this facility is a member of the Retirement Housing Group which advocates for more good quality retirement housing
