Guide price
£528,500
3 bed bungalow for saleCastledon Road, Downham, Billericay, Essex CM11
3 beds
1 bath
2 receptions
Just added
Retirement
About this property
Open House Saturday 29th August 2026 - by appointment only
Only over 60s are eligible for the Home for Life from Homewise (incorporating a Lifetime Lease)
Savings against the full price of this property typically range from 20% to 50% for a Lifetime Lease
Actual price paid depends on individuals’ age and personal circumstances (and property criteria)
Plan allows customers to purchase a % share of the property value (up to 50%) to safeguard for the future
Call for a personalised quote, or use the calculator on the homewise website for an indicative saving
The full listed price of this property is £800,000
3 bed detached bungalow
Spacious and well proportioned rooms
Situated on a large plot
Securing this property with A lifetime leaseover 60s can secure this property with a home for life from homewise
Through the Home for Life Plan from Homewise, those aged 60 or over can purchase a Lifetime Lease and a share of the property value to safeguard for the future. The cost to purchase the Lifetime Lease is always less than the full market value.
Over 60s customers typically save between from 20% to 50%*.
Home for Life Plan guide price for overs 60s: The Lifetime Lease price for this property is £528,500 based on an average saving of 33%.
Market Value Price: £800,000
The price you pay will vary according to your age, personal circumstances and requirements and will be adjusted to include any percentage of the property you wish to safeguard. The plan allows customers to purchase a share of the property value (up to 50%) to safeguard for the future.
For an indication of what you could save, please use our calculator on the homewise website.
Please call for more information or a personalised quote.
Please note: Homewise do not own this property and it is not exclusively for sale for the over-60s.
It is being marketed by Homewise as an example of a property that is currently for sale which could be purchased using a Home For Life Lifetime Lease.
If you are not over 60 or would like to purchase the property at the full market value of £800,000, please contact the estate agent Douglas Allen.
Property DESCRIPTIONCastledon Road is a highly sought-after area in the countryside, close to the popular commuter town of Wickford, conveniently situated only 30 miles East of London. It allows easy access to the city via railway and road network links. Wickford has a good choice of retail outlets, has an open-air market, a swimming pool and library, play area and parkland.
What the Owner says:
When we saw the house, we could see that extensive work needed to be carried out, but I knew it had great potential to become a beautiful family home. As soon as we bought it, I immediately began renovations. Over the years it's metamorphosised - growing alongside our two children to become our cherished home and business.
The gardens are so large, they suited my business excellently and soon became very lucrative, combining my love of animals with business acumen. The kennels will remain along with the many outbuildings over the grounds, including gorgeous log cabins which could be adapted for many different uses and large sheds for tools and equipment.
There is also a double garage adjoining the house, although we designed the drive to accommodate multiple cars if needs be.
Renovations neared completion seeing the roof structure completely replaced which was one of the largest projects undertaken on the building. It is a testament to our long-term planning into creating the perfect living space.
Being set back from the other houses in the area, we aren't overlooked and I especially love my Grandson's room for the enchanting view. After I take a bath, I can lay there and look out at our magnificent weeping willow. I love doing this, it's so peaceful to watch as the branches gently sway in the breeze.
Room sizes:
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose.
If buying to rent, please check if Local Authority licensing schemes apply before proceeding. If buying to let, the energy rating will need to be improved to at least 'E' rating before you can let the property. Legal advice should be taken to verify fixtures/fittings, planning, alterations and/or lease details. Appliances & services are untested, dimensions are approximate and floor plans are not to scale.
We are pleased to offer our customers a range of additional services to help them with moving home. None of these services are obligatory and you are free to use service providers of your choice. Current regulations require all estate agents to inform their customers of the fees they earn for recommending third party services. If you choose to use a service provider recommended by Homewise, details of all referral fees can be found at the link below. If you decide to use any of our services, please be assured that this will not increase the fees you pay to our service providers, which remain as quoted directly to you.
Council Tax band: F
Tenure: Freehold
Suitable as a retirement home.
Through the Home for Life Plan from Homewise, those aged 60 or over can purchase a Lifetime Lease and a share of the property value to safeguard for the future. The cost to purchase the Lifetime Lease is always less than the full market value.
Over 60s customers typically save between from 20% to 50%*.
Home for Life Plan guide price for overs 60s: The Lifetime Lease price for this property is £528,500 based on an average saving of 33%.
Market Value Price: £800,000
The price you pay will vary according to your age, personal circumstances and requirements and will be adjusted to include any percentage of the property you wish to safeguard. The plan allows customers to purchase a share of the property value (up to 50%) to safeguard for the future.
For an indication of what you could save, please use our calculator on the homewise website.
Please call for more information or a personalised quote.
Please note: Homewise do not own this property and it is not exclusively for sale for the over-60s.
It is being marketed by Homewise as an example of a property that is currently for sale which could be purchased using a Home For Life Lifetime Lease.
If you are not over 60 or would like to purchase the property at the full market value of £800,000, please contact the estate agent Douglas Allen.
Property DESCRIPTIONCastledon Road is a highly sought-after area in the countryside, close to the popular commuter town of Wickford, conveniently situated only 30 miles East of London. It allows easy access to the city via railway and road network links. Wickford has a good choice of retail outlets, has an open-air market, a swimming pool and library, play area and parkland.
What the Owner says:
When we saw the house, we could see that extensive work needed to be carried out, but I knew it had great potential to become a beautiful family home. As soon as we bought it, I immediately began renovations. Over the years it's metamorphosised - growing alongside our two children to become our cherished home and business.
The gardens are so large, they suited my business excellently and soon became very lucrative, combining my love of animals with business acumen. The kennels will remain along with the many outbuildings over the grounds, including gorgeous log cabins which could be adapted for many different uses and large sheds for tools and equipment.
There is also a double garage adjoining the house, although we designed the drive to accommodate multiple cars if needs be.
Renovations neared completion seeing the roof structure completely replaced which was one of the largest projects undertaken on the building. It is a testament to our long-term planning into creating the perfect living space.
Being set back from the other houses in the area, we aren't overlooked and I especially love my Grandson's room for the enchanting view. After I take a bath, I can lay there and look out at our magnificent weeping willow. I love doing this, it's so peaceful to watch as the branches gently sway in the breeze.
Room sizes:
- Entrance Hallway
- Kitchen 23'5 x 8'5 (7.14m x 2.57m)
- Lounge/Diner 25'5 x 13'2 (7.75m x 4.02m)
- Bathroom
- Bedroom 2 13'1 x 9'7 (3.99m x 2.92m)
- Bedroom 3 14'6 x 10'9 (4.42m x 3.28m)
- Driveway
- Double garage
- Out building 1
- Stable
- Paddocks
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose.
If buying to rent, please check if Local Authority licensing schemes apply before proceeding. If buying to let, the energy rating will need to be improved to at least 'E' rating before you can let the property. Legal advice should be taken to verify fixtures/fittings, planning, alterations and/or lease details. Appliances & services are untested, dimensions are approximate and floor plans are not to scale.
We are pleased to offer our customers a range of additional services to help them with moving home. None of these services are obligatory and you are free to use service providers of your choice. Current regulations require all estate agents to inform their customers of the fees they earn for recommending third party services. If you choose to use a service provider recommended by Homewise, details of all referral fees can be found at the link below. If you decide to use any of our services, please be assured that this will not increase the fees you pay to our service providers, which remain as quoted directly to you.
Council Tax band: F
Tenure: Freehold
Suitable as a retirement home.
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