Lodge for sale in The Warren Estate, Herbage Park Road, Woodham Walter CM9

Guide price £200,000 - £225,000

Set within the 48 acres of grounds at The Warren Golf & Country Club and enjoying expansive views of the Essex countryside due to a stunning elevated position on the edge of The Warren Estate Lodge Park this superbly presented country park lodge is offered for sale for the first time since new to Cash Purchasers only with no onward chain.

The lodge offers deceptively spacious accommodation and is well presented throughout having had light use during the current owners occupancy. Commencing with a hallway area there is a useful utility room with walk in storage cupboard, the hall then leads onto a light and spacious 19ft square open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area with two sets of patio doors that lead out to the large veranda . The kitchen area is modern and features an island unit, plinth lighting and includes integrated appliances which include lp gas hob, electric oven, microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There are two double bedrooms with the main bedroom featuring with a dressing area with hanging and shelving space and dressing table and drawer units and access to a spacious ensuite shower room. The second bedroom includes fitted storage units and there is a separate fully tiled bathroom.

To the front and side of the lodge there is an extensive west facing decking area with wiring circuit for hot tub and plenty of space to enjoy the evening sunsets and stunning views whilst entertaining friends and family. There are small lawned areas around the lodge and laurel hedging to some of the boundaries and a useful storage shed to remain. A larger than average driveway offers a generous parking area and will accommodate several cars.

The lodge is situated to the far southern edge of the park adjacent to the Warren Golf Club which is a peaceful retreat of around 48 acres of woodland and countryside. The estate has the benefit of including a residents social club, gym, sauna, steam room, swimming pool, dance studio, restaurant and coffee bar and there is Free membership on offer for lodge owners only.

The estate is within easy reach of local amenities with the highly desirable village of Danbury being less than a 5 minute drive away whilst the larger estuary town of Maldon is less than 3 miles away and offers amenities including leisure facilities, restaurants, cafes and retail shops.

License

The lodge was granted with a 50 year pitch licence which commenced on 1st October 2011. We are informed that extensions and renewals are available by separate negotiation through Warren Lodge Park Ltd (wlp).

Fees

Ground Rent: This is due from 1st November and is paid on a quarterly basis and is currently £4,289.29 plus VAT per annum (Subject to annual review)

Non-domestic rates: Current Rate £124.44. (In lieu of council tax).

Utilities: Gas (lpg), electricity and water usage are metered individually for each lodge and charged quarterly by wlp. Internet access is available through wlp for an additional charge of £30 pcm.

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Questions and Answers about buying a lodge

Q. What Am I Buying?
The asking price includes:
- the purchase of the park home itself, the decking, shed, all fixtures and fittings within the park home and the list of furnishings included in the sale (see separate appendix)
- the transfer of the pitch licence agreement into your name.

Q. How long is the pitch licence on the lodge?
The pitch licence is for 50 years from 1st October 2011, extensions and renewals are available from Warren Lodge Park Ltd (wlp).

Q. How many consecutive weeks can I stay in my lodge as an owner?
The park is open 50 consecutive weeks from 29th January each year, with unrestricted use during that time. The park is completely closed for two weeks between 15th to 28th January inclusive.

Q. Can I still get into my lodge when the park closes in January for two weeks?
Yes, a daily maintenance visit between 9 am and 5 pm is permitted. The lodge park is then secured with a closed gate from 10 pm to 6 am every night during this closure period.

Q. What annual fees am I liable for?
Ground rent : Due from 1st November, paid on a quarterly basis. The current rate is £4,289.29 + VAT per annum (subject to annual review). This covers all services provided by wlp, including refuse, grounds maintenance, services and membership of the gym and pool.
Non-domestic rates : Current rate £124.44. In lieu of council tax.
Insurance : It is a condition of the pitch licence that you insure the park home. Current cost £352 per year
-TV licence
Utilities : Gas (lpg), electricity and water usage is metered for each park home and charged per quarter by wlp.
Internet connection is charged at £30 per month through Warren Lodge Park

Q. What facilities do I get use of on the site?
Warren Lodge Park benefits from its own swimming pool and gym. At present each lodge owner gets complimentary usage of these facilities. The estate also features an onsite coffee shop and spa health room.

Q. Do I get discounts on golf club membership or green fees?
Yes, at both The Warren and Bunsay Golf Clubs, subject to local t&c’s and availability.

Q. Who built the park home?
Lodge 25 was built by Tingdene, and is their Woodland model 45 ft x 20 ft (13.7m x 6.1m) manufactured in 2011

Q. Can I receive royal mail deliveries at the park home?
Royal Mail do not deliver to the estate. All other delivery services such as Amazon, dpd, Ocado etc all deliver to the park homes.

Q. What happens to rubbish from the lodges?
Lodge owners can drop their waste bags into the communal bins located on the entrance road near the gym.

Q. Can I walk my dog on the park?
Yes. The dog must be kept on a lead while in the park.

Q. How is the sale process different from buying a normal house?
You will be buying the park home, but not the pitch (plot 25). The pitch remains in the ownership of the site owner who is responsible for maintaining and managing the site.

You will pay a pitch fee for the occupation of the pitch and you will be charged separately for water, gas and electricity which the site owner supplies directly to your home.
This arrangement is governed by the Pitch Licence Agreement.

Your pitch agreement will be protected by the Mobile Homes Act 1983, which regulates the contract between you and the site owner and sets out the parties respective rights and obligations.

The site has a set of rules that you must comply with.

Because you are buying the home from an existing resident, the site owner will be entitled to 5% commission of the sale price. Likewise, should you sell in the future the site owner will be entitled to 5% commission.