Sheldon Lodge

Retirement housing
For sale (2)
High Street, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1FP
High Street, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1FP

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Managed by
Churchill Estates Management
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

"Sheldon Lodge is a delightful development of 48 one and two bedroom senior apartments situated in the historic town of Berkhamsted. Located on the high street in the town of Berkhamsted, in the west ..." Show more "Sheldon Lodge is a delightful development of 48 one and two bedroom senior apartments situated in the historic town of Berkhamsted. Located on the high street in the town of Berkhamsted, in the west of Hertfordshire. It is surrounded by lovely countryside, bordering the Chiltern Hills and placed between Tring and Hemel Hempstead. The River Bulbourne and Grand Union Canal run through the town.

Places of interest include Berkhamsted Castle and St Peter’s Church (with an architecture spanning a number of architectural periods) and the Grand Union Canal. Walks include the Graham Greene Trail, the Berkhamsted Waterways Walk and, the Heritage Walk.

The town itself provides good local amenities and leisure facilities including a Waitrose supermarket, a library, The Rex cinema, sports centres and, various cafes and restaurants, including canal side eateries." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
48 flats. Built in 2015. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Hairdressing salon
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 800 yards; shop 0.5 mile(s); post office 1 mile(s); town centre 0.5 mile(s); GP 0.25 mile(s).
Social activities include: Coffee mornings, keep fit, film club, lunch club/ dinner club, organised by 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: Dacorum
Social Care Authority: Hertfordshire

Info updated: 07/04/2022
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Availability

The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-sale: A 1 bedroom second floor retirement apartment. Price £299,950. Contact Churchill Sales & Lettings on 0800 077 8717 or click here to view details on their website.. (Notified 01/03/2024)
Re-sale: Sold STC: A 1 bedroom lower ground floor retirement apartment. Price £299,950. 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

"Great location, friendly Owners and a fantastic Lodge Manager."
Made by a visitor in 2019

"This is a very well run, comfortable establishment. I am very happy here, but a lot of this is due to our excellent manager."
Made by a resident in 2017

"This is a pleasant building with good outlook and gardens. The people are nice and the development is close to town and shops. Good management."
Made by a resident in 2017

"There is a high level of security/safety. Access to Careline. Supportive lodge manager. Good location."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like the companionship. Lack of worries about maintenance or security. Good position in centre of town. Garden and excellent lodging manager"
Made by a resident in 2017

"It provides a very comfortable environment with no worries such as heating costs, gardening maintenance, giving me access to shops and transport. I al..." Show more
"It provides a very comfortable environment with no worries such as heating costs, gardening maintenance, giving me access to shops and transport. I also benefit from a social environment and and am extremely lucky to have our wonderful lodge manager who keeps us all happy and keeps day-to-day activities running smoothly." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"The companionship is very nice and loneliness is a thing of the past. Anne-Marie is very kind and helpful."
Made by a resident in 2017

"The companionship of the co-owners is great. The wonderful Lodge manager solves all our personal problems and arranges group activities. We are deligh..." Show more
"The companionship of the co-owners is great. The wonderful Lodge manager solves all our personal problems and arranges group activities. We are delighted with our apartment." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"This is our beautiful lodge with lovely people. We have lots to do very kindly organised by our lodge manager. It is only a short walk to the shops an..." Show more
"This is our beautiful lodge with lovely people. We have lots to do very kindly organised by our lodge manager. It is only a short walk to the shops and has beautiful gardens." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Convenient for shops and church. Flats are well appointed and comfortable. Plenty of activities and opportunities to socialise."
Made by a resident in 2017

"The facilities and standard of finish are very good and the manager is extremely good at looking after everybody and arranging a wide range of outings..." Show more
"The facilities and standard of finish are very good and the manager is extremely good at looking after everybody and arranging a wide range of outings and in-house entertainments." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Proximity to high street. Facilities in walking distance. Lively town with excellent U3A, Theatre club, voluntary groups. Very, very attentive and car..." Show more
"Proximity to high street. Facilities in walking distance. Lively town with excellent U3A, Theatre club, voluntary groups. Very, very attentive and caring Lodge manager." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Independent living with support and companionship. Helpful and friendly staff. Bright and well-kept surroundings."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Beautiful surroundings and apartment. Very friendly. No maintenance and well looked after by our lodge manager, who is a marvel."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Excellent lodge manager who organises in-house activities. The position has good access to shops, churches and local amenities. New friendships with o..." Show more
"Excellent lodge manager who organises in-house activities. The position has good access to shops, churches and local amenities. New friendships with other residents of the lodge. Access to the lodge garden." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"This is a friendly community. Brilliant Lodge manager – Anne-Marie. It is safe, with lots of activities. Near family. Clean, warm and lovely standar..." Show more
"This is a friendly community. Brilliant Lodge manager – Anne-Marie. It is safe, with lots of activities. Near family. Clean, warm and lovely standard of apartment." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I feel very secure. Good companionship with other residents. Easier way of living in well constructured apartment."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I moved into my one bedroom retirement flat in 2015 and have been very satisfied with the facilities provvided – health and well-being and laundry r..." Show more
"I moved into my one bedroom retirement flat in 2015 and have been very satisfied with the facilities provvided – health and well-being and laundry rooms. Its situation on a main road means there is a bus route outside and shops, restaurants and cinema within walking distance. Our lodge manager is always helpful if problems should arise and she also arranges various activities to make our days lively and interesting." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I am grateful for having the courage to sell my house and move into Sheldon Lodge. The concept of independent, yet protected, living suits me. Our exc..." Show more
"I am grateful for having the courage to sell my house and move into Sheldon Lodge. The concept of independent, yet protected, living suits me. Our excellent lodge manager, approachable, always hands on approach, facilitates any problems to be solved. We have lively social side and the flat is very agreeable and well equipped." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Sheldon lodge is a beautiful building set in amazing gardens conveniently located to major shops within walking distance. The apartments are decorated..." Show more
"Sheldon lodge is a beautiful building set in amazing gardens conveniently located to major shops within walking distance. The apartments are decorated to a very high standard. The addition of the heating in the service charge ensures the owners are kept really nice and warm throughout the winter months." Show less

Made by a staff member in 2017
Managed by
Churchill Estates Management
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
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