Retirement bungalows near me | Essex
Have you been searching for retirement bungalows near me? Do you live in or around Essex and want to know more about what housing options might be available to you as you reach, or continue within your retirement?
At the award-winning Burnham Waters in Burnham-on-Crouch, our new lifestyle village caters specifically for the over 55s. We have a stunning new collection of one, two and three-bedroom retirement bungalows for sale in Essex, all forming part of a thriving new community.
In our latest blog post, we explore the benefits of bungalow living and share a little more about what life is like, within our retirement village in Essex.
Five benefits of choosing a bungalow in retirement
1. Single-storey living = simplicity and accessibility
Perhaps the most obvious and important benefit of a bungalow is that it offers step-free, single-level living. As we age, stairs can become a challenge — whether due to reduced mobility, arthritis, or simply the risk of trips and falls.
By removing stairs altogether, bungalows provide:
- Ease of movement for those with mobility issues or using walking aids
- Future-proofing for later stages of retirement
- A safer living environment, especially for individuals with balance or vision impairments
Even for those who are currently fit and active, a bungalow offers peace of mind for the future — and with beautifully designed homes, such as the new bungalows for sale at Burnham Waters in Essex – they offer a desirable home for now, and for the future.
Opting for a new build retirement bungalow certainly doesn't mean compromising on luxury or comfort but rather eliminating unnecessary space and making every square metre work harder.
2. Homes designed with later living in mind
As with many retirement bungalows, at Burnham Waters, our new bungalows have been designed with the future in mind. From wide doorways and level thresholds to walk-in showers and accessible kitchens, these homes are built to deliver both comfort and safety.
Our retirement bungalows at Burnham Waters include features such as:
- Open plan layouts: which can easily accommodate wheel chairs or walking aids
- Easily accessible wet rooms
- Built-in alarms systems and a smart lock and video intercom- which offer both additional security and convenience for residents
- Security: there is 24/7 security across the development
- Nobi: all residents have the option to have a new hands-free emergency response system integrated within their home. The system detects a fall/change in behaviour patterns and alerts the team.
3. Private outdoor space
Unlike many apartments or retirement flats, many bungalows (including ours!) come with their own private outside space. This is a huge plus for those who love spending time outdoors or tending to plants — offering both a physical outlet and a peaceful retreat.
While residents at Burnham Waters benefit from their own private patio/terrace, the wider grounds are maintained as part of the estate, allowing our residents to benefit from the open space, without the burden of maintenance.
PLUS, we will have onsite allotments available for those green fingered residents, who are keen to grow their own produce.
4. A sense of community
Many retirement bungalows, such as those available at Burnham Waters, are located in dedicated developments or age-exclusive communities, where neighbours are at a similar stage of life.
Benefits of retirement communities include:
- Friendly neighbours and social opportunities
- Shared amenities such as a fitness suite, gardens, or walking trails
- Low crime rates and increased peace of mind
- On-site support staff and/or security
Whether you’re looking for regular social interaction or just the occasional friendly chat, retirement bungalows, which form part of a wider community, can offer a balanced, and welcoming environment.
What’s more, for retirees with a passion for travel or spending part of the year abroad or perhaps staying with family, bungalows such as those on offer at Burnham Waters, offer the perfect lock-and-leave property. As well as the 24/7 onsite security we have a welcoming community of neighbours, who look out for one another.
5. Peace and privacy
For many, retirement is the time to slow down, relax, and enjoy life on your own terms. At Burnham Waters, our retirement village has been designed to encourage a healthy, active and enjoyable lifestyle in an idyllic countryside location.
Burnham Waters comprises a series of smaller, more intimate ‘community hubs’ that make up the wider development as a whole. Each of these hubs surrounds beautifully landscaped, communal green space – to deliver a sense of peace and calm.
It is our aim to create a development that gives residents the feeling of independence, privacy and the ability to be connected to friends and neighbours, while still offering easy access to medical facilities, shops and amenities whenever they are required.
We have designed our retirement village so that walking around Burnham Waters will be a real pleasure, with inter-connecting tree-lined pathways, lakes and water features giving you great views wherever you go.
If you choose a retirement bungalow at Burnham Waters in Essex, you can enjoy restful surroundings with the bonus of convenience and accessibility — the perfect combination for many retirees.
If you have been searching for retirement bungalows near me and wondering what the benefits of a new build retirement bungalow might offer, we hope that we have managed to answer some of your questions. And that we have given you an insight into some of the many the benefits of choosing a retirement bungalow (such as those on offer at Burnham Waters in Essex!).
Retirement bungalows near me: What does Burnham Waters in Essex offer?
Burnham Waters in Essex has been thoughtfully designed for those aged 55 and over. It comprises a collection of one, two and three-bedroom detected retirement bungalows, all set within a thriving new community.
All of the new bungalows at Burnham Waters benefit from the development’s signature, floor to ceiling picture window in the main living area. These window draws in the natural light and offer views across the beautifully landscaped gardens. A high specification can be found throughout all of the homes, from the high-quality fixtures, fittings, and appliances to the luxury carpets in the bedrooms and the beautiful, hardwearing oak or chestnut effect vinyl plank flooring to the main living areas.
All of the homes at Burnham Waters incorporate a series of measures to enable residents to reduce their energy consumption – and their fuel bills too! All homes are provided with and electric car charging point and Air Source Heat Pumps are included as standard.
Burnham Waters also offers a host of onsite amenities and leisure facilities. Included within plans for our new community you will find a parade of shops, as well as an extensive range of onsite leisure facilities, with plans to include a swimming pool, tennis court, gym and fitness suite with organised classes, plus onsite allotments.
Come and view our new retirement bungalows in Essex
Looking for retirement bungalows near me? Come and visit Burnham Waters in Essex. If you’d like to receive more information about Burnham Waters, to book an appointment to visit the development, or to enquire about reserving a property, our friendly team are on hand to help you.
Our sales suite is open daily, 10am – 3pm and we have show homes available to view.
Simply send us an email at info@burnhamwaters.co.uk or get in touch with our sales team on 01621 861559. You can also fill out our contact form for a downloadable brochure. We look forward to hearing from you!
