Bowles Court, Westmead Lane, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3GU
Listed 26 Sept 2025 · price reduced 17 Sept 2026 · Chippenham
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Key features
- Second Floor Apartment (No Apartment Directly Above)- Lift Access To All Floors
- Walk Out Balcony Overlooking Gardens and River Avon
- Well Equipped Kitchen With Integrated Appliances
- Two Double Bedrooms - Master With Walk In Wardrobe
- On Site Restaurant
- Homeowners Lounge Where Social Events Take Place
- Landscaped Communal Gardens
- Laundry Room & Mobility Scooter Store
- 24/7 On Site Estates Team and 24/7 Careline
- Tailor Made Care & Support Packages Available
About this home
Second floor, two bedroom retirement apartment (with no apartment directly above) Full width walk out balcony overlooking the gardens and the River Avon, accessed from both the living room and master bedroom. *On Site Restaurant* *24/7 On Site Support* Pet Friendly* *Energy Efficient*
Bowles Court - Bowles Court enjoys excellent communal facilities including a Homeowners lounge, restaurant with a fantastic, varied and subsidised daily lunch service, laundry room, mobility scooter store and landscaped gardens backing onto the River Avon. Our Estates team is available to support the needs of Homeowners and to oversee the smooth running of the development. There are chargeable care and domestic help packages available, albeit all home owners receive 1 hour free domestic assistance each week. All apartments are equipped with a 24-hour emergency call system. There is also the excellent guest suite widely used by visiting family and friends for which a small charge per night applies. There are well-managed landscaped communal gardens backing onto the River Avon providing delightful River views with ample terraced seating areas.
It’s so easy to make new friends and to lead a busy and fulfilled life at Bowles Court; there are always plenty of regular activities to choose from including; an art group, fitness classes, tai chi, coffee mornings, bridge club, games and quiz nights, themed events and occasional organised trips. 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 Local Area - Bowles Court was completed at the end of 2015 and occupies a pleasant position just 200 metres from the centre of town. A variety of local supermarkets can be found nearby and the Town Centre also boasts access to a local Hospital and plenty of Doctors surgeries. Banks, retail stores and independent shops. There are also regular traditional town markets. Places of interest in the local area are varied, with John Coles Park, the museum and Heritage Centre and Chippenham folk festival just a few examples. For those interested in wider travel, transport links are strong with regular bus services connecting residents to towns including Bath, Calne, Devizes, Trowbridge and Swindon. Rail links are also good and Chippenham railway station features along the main line to London Paddington.
51 Bowles Court - A beautifully positioned second-floor apartment enjoying lovely views over the River Avon, No. 51 Bowles Court is a well-presented home with the added benefit of a west-facing aspect and no apartment directly above.
The generous living/dining room provides a bright and welcoming space, with doors opening directly onto the private walk-out balcony — the perfect spot to sit and enjoy the attractive outlook over the River Avon. The adjoining kitchen is well equipped with a range of fitted units and integrated appliances.
Both bedrooms are generously proportioned doubles, with the main bedroom offering the added luxury of direct access onto the balcony, as well as a useful walk-in wardrobe providing excellent storage. The modern shower room features a level-access shower, while a separate cloakroom is conveniently located off the entrance hall.
Situated close to the lift for ease of access, the apartment also benefits from emergency pull cords within the property, providing additional peace of mind. With its attractive river views, west-facing aspect, generous accommodation and excellent storage, No. 51 offers a particularly appealing retirement apartment within Bowles Court.
Additional Information & Services - • Standard Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Underfloor electric room heating • Mains drainage
Parking - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is usually £250 per annum, but may vary by development. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the House Manager on site for availability. There is a mobility scooter store available with direct access outside - please check with the House Manager on site for availability.
Social Lifestyle - The Communal Lounge is at the heart of the community at Bowles Court and is where the majority of social gatherings take place. Regular activities can include; coffee mornings and afternoons, games nights, Chair Yoga, quiz and movie nights. They're a perfect opportunity to meet your neighbours and make new friends, but there's never any obligation to join in, you can socialise as much or as little as you want.
The Restaurant - Serving everyday classics and tempting treats, the subsidised chef-run restaurant at Bowles Court serve freshly prepared food all year round. Perfect for those days when you don't feel like cooking or when guests come to visit. Take a look at our sample menu to see the delicious meals on offer - all at incredibly low prices.
Landscaped Gardens - One of the main social hubs of Bowles Court is the large patio area in the communal garden overlooking the River Avon. This space is enjoyed by many of the homeowners throughout the year. Best of all, Your McCarthy Stone take care of all the maintenance, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the beautiful gardens blossom and bloom throughout the seasons.
Care & Support - The personal care services available at Bowles Court can help you do more of the things you love and enjoy peace of mind when you need a helping hand. You'll get to know the dedicated CQC registered care and support team who are onsite each day, led by our wonderful Estates Manager. They can assist with anything from changing your bed and doing your laundry, to escorting you to appointments and helping you get washed and dressed ready for the day. What's more, the services are flexible, so you can tailor your care package to suit your needs - just speak with the Estates Manager who will be happy to help organise a care package ready for when you move in.
Service Charge - What your service charge pays for:
• Estate Manager who ensures the development runs smoothly • CQC Registered care staff on-site 24/7 for your peace of mind • 1 hour cleaning / domestic assistance per week, per apartment • 24hr emergency call system • Monitored fire alarms and door camera entry security systems • Maintaining lifts • Heating and lighting in communal areas • The running costs of the onsite restaurant • Cleaning of communal areas daily • Cleaning of windows • Maintenance of the landscaped gardens and grounds • Repairs & maintenance to the interior communal areas • Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas • Buildings insurance, water and sewerage rates
The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager.
Service Charge: Annual fee of £12,961.29 per annum for the financial year ending 30/09/2027.
Lease - Lease: 125 Years from 1st June 2015 Ground rent: £510 per annum Ground rent review: 1st June 2030
Moving Made Easy - Moving is a huge step, but don’t let that hold you back. We have a range of services to help your move go smoothly, including:
• FREE Entitlements Advice to help you find out what benefits you may be entitled to .
• Part Exchange service to help you move without the hassle of having to sell your own home.
• Removal Services that can help you declutter and move you in to your new home.
• Conveyancing specialists who are experienced with sales and purchases of McCarthy Stone retirement properties.
For more information speak with our Property Consultant today.
Property details
- Property type
- Apartment
- Council tax band
- E
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 114 years left
- Ground rent
- £510 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £12,961.29 per year
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Chippenham Station0.4 mi
- Melksham Station5.4 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in SN15 over the last 12 months: detached £490k · semi-detached £325k · terraced £245k · flat £160k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 31 Jul 2026 | £110,000 |
| 5 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 26 Jun 2026 | £210,000 |
| 9 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 25 Nov 2025 | £130,000 |
| 20 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 20 Oct 2025 | £130,000 |
| 56 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 30 Sept 2025 | £175,000 |
| 31 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 22 Aug 2025 | £185,000 |
| 15 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 10 Jul 2025 | £120,000 |
| 47 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 20 May 2025 | £242,500 |
| 48 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 27 Mar 2025 | £170,000 |
| 40 Bowles Court, Westmead Lane Chippenham SN15 3GU | Flat Leasehold | 4 Mar 2025 | £145,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in SN15
Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by McCarthy & Stone Resales, Bournemouth on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 26 Sept 2025; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 17/09/2026.
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