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Weighbridge Court
301 High Street
Chipping Ongar
Essex
CM5 9FD

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24/7 Staff on site 24/7 Staff on site
24/7 Emergency Call System 24/7 Emergency Call System
CCTV Security CCTV Security
Living Type
Retirement Community
Housing Offered 1 Bed Apartments
2 Bed Apartments
Support Available Domestic Help | Companionship | Personal Care
Purchase from £219,950

Weighbridge Court is one of McCarthy & Stones Retirement Living PLUS range and is facilitated to provide its homeowners' with extra care and is equipped to offer various levels of care depending on your needs. An Estates Manager is on hand to manage the day to day running of the development and attend to any queries you may have. 

Within the service charge homeowners are allocated 1 hours domestic assistance per week, however, additional hours can be arranged if required. There are a range of personal care packages to suit your requirements - these are provided by the onsite CQC registered care team. 

For your reassurance the development has 24-Hour on-site staffing, secure camera entry systems and 24-Hour emergency call system provided by a personal pendant with static call points in bathroom and main bedroom. 

The development has a homeowners' lounge for socialising with friends and family and, for your convenience, an onsite waitress service restaurant with freshly cooked meals provided every day. If your guests have travelled from afar, they can extend their stay by booking into the development Guest Suite (usually for a fee of £25 per night - subject to availability) which has an en-suite shower room, tea and coffee making facilities and a TV. Other communal areas consist of a mobility scooter store and charging point and well maintained landscaped gardens providing a great space to socialise with new friends and neighbours!


McCarthy & Stone Management Services (MSMS) are responsible for looking after our Lifestyle Living and Retirement Living developments, the grounds and services that together make up your new home.

MSMS provide and maintain the emergency-call system, intruder alarm and door camera entry. They also take care of gardening and general upkeep of the outside of the development and all shared areas.


Care & Support
On-Site Assistance 24 Hour
Personal Alarm Monitoring Yes
Domestic Help Cleaning, Help with Shopping, Laundry, Maintenance, Medical Appointments, Prescription collection, Tidying
Companionship Arranging Social activities, Company at meal times, Help with Hobbies
Personal Care Food preparation, Getting dressed, Medication

Regulated Care Provision
Weighbridge Court

Weighbridge Court

Care Type
Care Category
Retirement Community
Regulator's Rating
Non-regulated

The development has a wonderful friendly community feel, reflected by the social calendar which homeowners can partake in as much or as little as they wish. There are always plenty of regular activities to choose from including; arm chair fitness classes, coffee mornings, games and quiz nights and themed events. Whilst there is something for everyone there is certainly no obligation to participate and home owners’ can ‘dip in and out’ of activities as they wish. The development enjoys excellent communal facilities including a super homeowners lounge, function room and landscaped gardens.


Onsite Lifestyle
Eating Out Dining Room, Restaurant
Entertainment Communal Lounge

Lifestyle Photos

A short stroll from Weighbridge Court is the main High Street where there is a mix of bespoke shops and eateries. Located within the community is a Sainsbury's supermarket. Whatever your taste in recreation and leisure acidities, Chipping Ongar won't disappoint. Budworth Hall plays host to a wide range of classes and social events, so there's something for everyone.


Onsite Wellbeing
Sports & Activities Bridge, Painting
The Outdoors Gardens, Landscaped Gardens, Seated Patio Area

Wellbeing Photos

The spacious one bedroom apartment is situated on the top floor and conveniently located opposite the two lifts. The apartment is neutrally decorated and great condition throughout enabling you to put your own stamp on it.


Types & Options
Minimum Age 70
Types of Property Available 1 Bed Apartments, 2 Bed Apartments
Ownership Options Buy
Communal Security & Safety 24/7 CCTV
Moving in We provide a specialist moving-in service to help you with all aspects of your move. Click here to find out more

Properties

Weighbridge Court 1 Bed Apartment

Format
1 Bed Apartments
Ensuite
No
Purchase from
£219,950

Our one bedroom apartments are beautiful to look at and effortless to enjoy.

Each apartment has been thoughtfully designed around you. Highlights include quality fixtures and fittings, walk-in wardrobes, fully fitted contemporary kitchens and bathrooms. Some apartments also include private outdoor space/balconies and access to tranquil gardens.

All apartments are subject to availability.

This is a leasehold property with a term of 125 years from 1/6/2012
Council Tax Band: C
Service Charge: £9,000.48
Ground Rent: £435

What is covered in the Service Charge?


  • Paying for the Estates Manager – they ensure the development runs smoothly
  • All maintenance of the building and grounds, including window cleaning, gardening and upkeep of the building exteriors and communal areas
  • A 24-hour emergency call system
  • Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
  • Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates
  • Maintaining lifts
  • Heating and lighting in communal areas
  • Staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
  • The running costs of the onsite bistro/restaurant (there is an additional subsidised charge for meals/drinks)
  • One hour of domestic assistance per week

    The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV license. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.

Weighbridge Court 2 Bed Apartment

Format
2 Bed Apartments
Ensuite
No
Purchase from
£355,000

Our two bedroom apartments are beautiful to look at and effortless to enjoy.

Each apartment has been thoughtfully designed around you. Highlights include quality fixtures and fittings, walk-in wardrobes, fully fitted contemporary kitchens, bathrooms and ensuites.

Our two bed room apartments are typically spacious and some also include private outdoor space/balconies and access to tranquil gardens.

All apartments are subject to availability.

This is a leasehold property with a term of 125 years from 1/6/2012
Service Charge: £12,163.56
Ground Rent: £510

What is covered in the Service Charge?

  • Paying for the Estates Manager – they ensure the development runs smoothly
  • All maintenance of the building and grounds, including window cleaning, gardening and upkeep of the building exteriors and communal areas
  • A 24-hour emergency call system
  • Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems
  • Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates
  • Maintaining lifts
  • Heating and lighting in communal areas
  • Staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind
  • The running costs of the onsite bistro/restaurant (there is an additional subsidised charge for meals/drinks)
  • One hour of domestic assistance per week

    The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV license. To find out more about the service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.
Please note: All Prices are subject to availability and other charges may apply

Service Charges
What's Included Building insurance, Building maintenance, Emergency call system, Garden maintenance
What's Not Included Broadband, Council Tax, Electricity, Heating, Home & Contents Insurance, Lighting, Phone, Sky/Cable TV, TV License
Ground Rent

£435

Parking is by allocated space subject to availability, the fee is £250 per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the Estate Manager on site for availability.


Onsite

Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.

What we're doing to keep residents & visitors safe

We are working within the government guidelines to help protect our staff and clients.

Infection Control Initiatives in place
safe-tick Infection Control Training Our staff are trained to use measures which prevent and control infections.
safe-tick Virus Testing We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting.
Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) - Regulator’s Assessment
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, regulators have assessed the preparedness of care providers in relation to infection prevention and control. Details of the regulator’s latest findings can be found below.
Regulator: Not required
safe-tick Use of PPE The provider assured the regulator that it was using personal protective equipment effectively and safely.
View the provider’s latest Inspection Reports.

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Our Pets

At McCarthy Stone, we understand how important your pets are to you. That’s why we’re more than happy to welcome a well behaved pet to live with you in your new home. If you’re looking for pet-friendly retirement properties and peace of mind, look no further and bring them along.


Can You Bring Your Pet
Yes

Weighbridge Court
301 High Street
Chipping Ongar
Essex
CM5 9FD

Transport
Car Park.

Places of Worship
Anglican Church.

Nearby Services
Church, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Pub, Restaurant, Shops.

Frequently asked questions about Weighbridge Court

Weighbridge Court classes itself as a Retirement Community.

Weighbridge Court offers Domestic Help, Companionship and Personal Care services.

To view the Care & Support available in more detail please click here.

Weighbridge Court does offer Home Care services on site.

These services include Domestic Help, Companionship and Personal Care services.

Home Care services are provided by Weighbridge Court.

To view the Care & Support available in more detail please click here.

Weighbridge Court does not have a care home on site.

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Weighbridge Court has 1 Bed Apartments and 2 Bed Apartments available.

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Weighbridge Court offers these ownership options: Buy.

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Weighbridge Court does have staff on site 24/7.

Weighbridge Court is not run by an ARCO Approved Operator.

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Yes, there is a minimum age requirement of 70 at Weighbridge Court.

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Yes, Weighbridge Court has Dining Room and Restaurant facilities.

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Weighbridge Court has Communal Lounge facilities on site.

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Yes, Weighbridge Court offers a moving in service.

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Weighbridge Court has these initiatives in place:

  • Infection Control Training
  • Virus Testing

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Yes, Weighbridge Court permits pets, however some conditions may apply.

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