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Castle Gardens

Watlington, Oxfordshire, OX49 5BZ

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Key features

Healthihouse™ specification

Shuttle bus service

Allocated parking

Private terraces, gardens and balconies

Beautifully-landscaped and fully-maintained setting

Energy-efficient and easy to maintain

High-quality specification

10-year warranty

Development highlights

Designed exclusively for the over 55s
One, two and three-bedroom homes
Lift access to most first floor apartments
Within easy reach of Watlington town centre
Electric car charging points
Estate Management Service
Comfortable residents’ pavilion for community activities
Pets welcomed

Castle Gardens is an exclusive retirement development of 41 elegant new homes in a beautifully landscaped setting just off Shirburn Road, less than ½ mile from Watlington High Street.

With 4 one-bedroom apartments, 22 two-bedroom apartments, 6 two-bedroom houses and 9 three-bedroom houses, there’s plenty of choice at Castle Gardens – and each new home has a terrace, balcony or private garden – or a combination of these, along with allocated parking.

Designed for the over 55s, these new, light-filled homes are energy efficient, easily maintained and excellent examples of Beechcroft’s commitment to creating properties with an abundance of living space, regardless of the number of bedrooms. Built and finished to Beechcroft’s rigorous Healthihouse™ standards, many of the high-quality fixtures and fittings include features that promote a healthy home environment.

At Castle Gardens, you’ll be able to socialise with like-minded neighbours in the comfortable resident’s pavilion – which will soon become the hub of community activities and an on-site Estate Manager is on hand to maintain the development including the communal and private gardens, to offer help and advice and keep an eye on properties whilst owners are away, leaving you able to relax into retirement at the heart of a community of independent, like-minded people.

Downsize without compromise in Watlington

Each new Beechcroft home in Watlington will provide plenty of light-filled living space, designed according to Beechcroft’s principle of creating high-quality homes with an abundance of living space, regardless of the number of bedrooms.

The fixtures and fittings are of the highest quality; kitchens include bespoke cabinets and a full range of top-brand appliances, bathrooms include vanity units and mirrors, wardrobes are fitted in the main bedrooms and flooring, including carpeting, is included. Where possible, each new home will feature outside space – in the form of a terrace, balcony, private garden or a combination of these, along with allocated parking. The landscaped gardens will be a delight with a variety of plants to provide texture, colour and year-round interest.

Apartments

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Two-bedroom apartment

8 Castle Gardens £550,000

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Two-bedroom apartment

22 Castle Gardens £535,000

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Two-bedroom apartment

38 Castle Gardens £550,000

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Houses

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Two-bedroom house

30 Castle Gardens £620,000

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Two-bedroom house

32 Castle Gardens £610,000

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What people say...

“When I first visited Castle Gardens, I had never heard of Watlington. I discovered that, as a small development, Castle Gardens is quiet and peaceful – which is just what I was looking for – and it’s only about 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of town. There’s a sense of community and the neighbours I have met so far have been lovely. Some of the neighbours have invited me to the local U3A but it’s nice because, whilst it’s friendly, we respect each other’s privacy and don’t live in each other’s pockets.”

Mrs Smith, Castle Gardens, Watlington

“Linda, our Estate Manager is marvellous, absolutely brilliant. We couldn’t have anyone better. Nothing is too much for her – she really helps our community and the residents. I have been to the coffee mornings she sets up – they’re great, she takes boxed games. We have some nice neighbours here and I go bowling in Watlington – the club is about five minutes’ drive away. There’s already a good sense of community at Castle Gardens.”

Mr & Mrs Elderfield, Castle Gardens, Watlington

Finishing touches

Kitchens

Silestone surfaces, matching upstands and splash backs complement the interior designed kitchens. Silestone is a non-porous surface providing easy-clean, hygienic and antimicrobial protection to reduce the spread and growth of bacteria, mould and mildew
Silestone surfaces also feature in the utility rooms
A full range of integrated appliances by Bosch including a single oven, induction hob, combination microwave/oven, fully integrated dishwasher, fridge/freezer and a washing machine and tumble dryer in utility area
Stainless steel sink
Sift filtered water mixer tap to reduce limescale, organic impurities, chlorine and metals
Choice of Amtico flooring to kitchens*
USB charging socket
Under cupboard wall unit lighting

Bathrooms and shower rooms

Contemporary white sanitary ware from Villeroy & Boch AntiBac range. Antibacterial effect due to silver ions in the glaze. Bacterial growth suppressed by more than 99.9%
Mira Flight shower tray contains BioCote® Technology designed to reduce bacteria and mould growth by up to 99.9%
Hygienic, easy-to-clean wall paneling which provides an alternative to tiling and without the need for grout
Fitted vanity units to bathrooms and en-suites
Silestone surfaces in bathrooms and en-suites
‘Vado’ taps and fittings in chrome
Curved chrome heated towel rails to bathrooms and en-suites
Shaver sockets to bathrooms and en-suites
Choice of Amtico flooring to bathrooms and en-suites*
Full-width mirrors fitted in bathrooms

Heating & Ventilation

Heating is via a gas-fired underfloor heating system to all properties
Zoned heating with thermostatic control
Pressurised hot water system
Stone surround with electric woodburning effect fire
Double glazed UPVC windows

Lighting, TV & Telephone

External light to front door and at rear
Varilight Screwless Antimicrobial Copper light switches. Copper surface provides anti-microbial properties
Low energy fitment pendant lights
LED downlights to kitchens, sun rooms,bathrooms, cloakrooms, en-suites anddining halls where applicable
Telephone points to the drawing room, bedroom 1 and bedroom 3
High level TV point in drawing room and master bedroom
Communal digital TV aerial system and communal Sky Q satellite system outlets to drawing room, bedroom 1, bedroom 2, sun room and kitchens, except in homes with open plan kitchens

Electric Car Charging

Access to electric car charging points (please speak to sales advisor for more information)

Security and safety

High security front entrance door with multi-point locking system
Audio door entry system to first floor apartments
Window locks to all windows
Security alarm fitted with panic buttons in bedroom 1 and by the front door
Mains operated smoke detectors with battery backup and mains powered Carbon Monoxide detector
Castle Gardens is registered with ICW and offers a 10-year structural warranty with each new home

Internal fittings

Panelled painted internal doors with copper handles
Carlisle lever door handles in Copper.
Copper surface provides anti-microbial properties
Fitted wardrobes to bedroom 1 and bedroom 2
Cornice to drawing room and hallway
Coving to all remaining rooms with the exception of kitchens, bathrooms and rooms with sloping ceilings
Moulded skirtings and architraves
Choice of carpet colours to drawing room, hall, stairs, landing and bedrooms where applicable
Choice of Amtico flooring to hall in houses

A range of integrated appliances in the kitchen

Healthihouse™

Stone surround fireplace

10 year warranty

Why Beechcroft?

A ready-made community

A ready-made community We know you value your independence but with a community of like-minded neighbours, you’ll have convivial company on hand and the opportunity to forge firm and lasting friendships.

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Happy families

Whether you’re choosing a home in a favourite location, relocating in the same area or moving closer to family and friends, you’ll discover a Beechcroft home will mean more leisure time to spend with family.

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Unrivalled luxury

Buying Beechcroft means coming home to beautiful bathrooms and en-suites with spacious double showers, vanity units and mirrors, stylish hand-made kitchens with all the integrated appliances you’ll need, underfloor heating – and a host of luxurious touches.

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A classic car in Watlington, Oxfordshire.

A market town in the best tradition

Watlington may be one of the country’s smallest towns but its delightful range of independent retailers and regular fruit and veg markets attracts shoppers from miles around.

With a post office counter in the local Co-op, a pharmacy, a selection of independent retailers and several hair and beauty salons, you won’t need to travel far on a daily basis. For a larger, weekly shop, jump in the car and head to one of the nearby supermarkets, such as Waitrose in Wallingford.

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Castle Gardens, Retirement homes in Watlington, Oxfordshire

Each new Beechcroft home in Watlington provides plenty of light-filled living space, designed according to Beechcroft’s principle of creating high-quality homes with an abundance of living space, regardless of the number of bedrooms.

The fixtures and fittings are of the highest quality; kitchens include bespoke cabinets and a full range of top brand appliances, bathrooms include vanity units and mirrors, wardrobes are fitted in the main bedrooms and flooring, including carpeting, is included. Where possible, each new home will feature outside space – in the form of a terrace, balcony, private garden or a combination of these, along with allocated parking.

Houses for sale in Watlington

If you are searching for a retirement property for sale in Oxfordshire, then look no further than Castle Gardens, a luxurious retirement development featuring 41 modern, newly built homes just a short distance from central Watlington.

Set just on the edge of the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, not only will you find amenities on your doorstep, but you will be able to easily find walking routes nearby to keep you active.

Pet friendly retirement properties in Oxfordshire

Unlike some retirement villages, Castle Gardens is pet friendly, meaning you're welcome to bring a dog or a cat with you into your new home. Having a pet in your home can have many benefits, especially when you're retired; reducing loneliness and helping you to set a routine.

Luxurious new build houses and apartments

Beechcroft properties for the over 55s are known for having a high quality finish, and Castle Gardens is no different.

Designed for retirees, each new home provides an abundance of living space, regardless of the number of bedrooms. You will find a premium finish throughout, and energy-efficient integrated appliances to reduce your energy consuption and keep electricity bills lower.

There is also a spacious communal pavilion at Castle Gardens for all owners to use, which is set alongside a large green area that could be used for picnics in the summertime. The landscaped gardens will be a delight with a variety of plants to provide texture, colour and year-round interest, as they are fully maintained by a team of expert gardeners.

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Sales office and show homes open

Tuesday - Saturday from 10am to 5pm

Castle Gardens

Downsize without compromise in Watlington

Apartments

Two-bedroom apartment

Two-bedroom apartment

Two-bedroom apartment

Houses

Two-bedroom house

Two-bedroom house

What people say...

Finishing touches

Kitchens

Bathrooms and shower rooms

Heating & Ventilation

Lighting, TV & Telephone

Electric Car Charging

Security and safety

Internal fittings

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Why Beechcroft?

A ready-made community

Happy families

Unrivalled luxury

A market town in the best tradition

Castle Gardens, Retirement homes in Watlington, Oxfordshire

Houses for sale in Watlington

Pet friendly retirement properties in Oxfordshire

Luxurious new build houses and apartments