Southwater Country Park covers 70 acres of lakes and landscape on the site of a former brickworks. Level, easy paths circle the water, with plenty of seating and open grass for a picnic. Kingfishers, dragonflies, and butterflies make it a favourite spot for quiet nature watching.
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Rent from
£2,050/pm
Purchase from
£374,950
Charmans Lodge is a brand-new development of 36 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments in the town of Southwater.
Surrounded by countryside and perfectly located for the local shopping amenities, Southwater has all you need for your day-to-day needs! The transport links to both London and Brighton make the area popular those looking for exciting city and costal days out!
Many apartments benefit from a patio or balcony, providing the perfect outside living space within our well-maintained gardens!
Don’t miss out on securing one of our exclusive apartments at Charmans Lodge – call us on 01403 603001 to find out more and book your appointment today!
Development highlights
- Communal Lounge with coffee bar
- Guest Suite for friends and family
- Beautiful and well maintained landscaped garden
- Fitted kitchen with built in appliances
- Energy efficient and economical heating
- 24 hour Careline support system
- On-site Lodge Manager
- Free parking
- Intruder alarm system
- Secure camera entry system
Property details
- Development type:
- Leasehold · 999-year lease
- Age restriction:
- 60+ (Including partner over 55)
- Tenure:
- Buy or rent
- Ground rent:
- None
- Completion:
- Ready to move into
- Home exchange available:
- Yes, ask our team
- Lift access
- Passenger lift to all floors
- WE'VE ABOLISHED EXIT FEES - meaning NO unexpected costs!
- Warranty:
- 3 years, only housebuilder to offer as standard
Properties
Apartment 3 2 bed Ground Floor South aspect Available Purchase price £524,950
Purchase price
£524,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- Ground Floor
- South Aspect
- 792 sq ft
- 2 Beds
- Service charge:
- £4,216.03/year
Apartment 3 Floorplan
Apartment 4 2 bed Ground Floor South-east aspect Available Purchase price £543,950
Purchase price
£543,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- Ground Floor
- South-east Aspect
- 880 sq ft
- 2 Beds
- Service charge:
- £4,216.03/year
Apartment 4 Floorplan
Apartment 16 2 bed Ground Floor East aspect Available Purchase price £540,950
Purchase price
£540,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- Ground Floor
- East Aspect
- 841 sq ft
- 2 Beds
- Service charge:
- £4,216.03/year
Apartment 16 Floorplan
Apartment 18 1 bed First Floor South aspect Available Purchase price £404,950
Purchase price
£404,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- First Floor
- South Aspect
- 568 sq ft
- 1 Beds
- Service charge:
- £2,810.69/year
Apartment 18 Floorplan
Apartment 26 2 bed First Floor North-west aspect Available Purchase price £567,950
Purchase price
£567,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- First Floor
- North-west Aspect
- 895 sq ft
- 2 Beds
- Service charge:
- £4,216.03/year
Apartment 26 Floorplan
Apartment 27 1 bed First Floor North aspect Available Purchase price £374,950
Purchase price
£374,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- First Floor
- North Aspect
- 553 sq ft
- 1 Beds
- Service charge:
- £2,810.69/year
Apartment 27 Floorplan
Apartment 29 1 bed First Floor North aspect Available Rent from £2,100/pm Purchase price £384,950
Purchase price
£384,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Also available to rent
£2,100/pm
Property details
- First Floor
- North Aspect
- 584 sq ft
- 1 Beds
- Service charge:
- £2,810.69/year
Apartment 29 Floorplan
Apartment 33 2 bed First Floor East aspect Available Rent from £2,875/pm Purchase price £572,950
Purchase price
£572,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Also available to rent
£2,875/pm
Property details
- First Floor
- East Aspect
- 930 sq ft
- 2 Beds
- Service charge:
- £4,216.03/year
Apartment 33 Floorplan
This is a selection of the available properties; our Sales Executive will be able to go through all plots with you.
How a new Churchill apartment could help reduce your costs:
We offer some of the lowest service charges in the retirement sector which is why many of our Residents are pleasantly surprised to find that the service charges work out lower than what they were paying, in comparable costs, on their previous home.
This is because the service charge combines a wide range of services and property-related expenses into a combined cost. Residents find they benefit from a more manageable and easier-to-budget lifestyle, without having to worry about unexpected maintenance bills.
We always aim to keep the service charge cost as low as possible, and we provide a full budget breakdown for all our Residents, consulting with them on this every 6 months.
The service charge covers:
- The cost of your dedicated Lodge Manager
- Security systems
- 24-hour Careline call monitoring system
- External maintenance of the building and grounds
- Heating & lighting of communal areas
- Provision of furnishings in communal areas
- Building insurance
Who is responsible for the management of the Lodge?
All developments are managed by Churchill Estates Management Limited, our own property management company, so you can be confident in the expertise of our team operating under the Churchill Group.
No exit fees, meaning no unexpected costs!
In 2025 we announced that Residents will no longer pay any exit fees when selling or subletting their apartments, making the process far more straightforward and hassle-free. Whilst many retirement housing providers still apply fees, we have set a new standard by abolishing them entirely - helping to provide greater peace of mind and making life simpler both for Residents and their families!
Calculating your savings...
We appreciate everyone's household costs will differ which is why we encourage Customers to complete a 'Savings Calculator' with one of our Sales Executives. This calculator is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of the value in our easy to budget Service Charge.
South of Horsham in West Sussex, Southwater is a growing village whose modernised centre has the feel of a small town. With a supermarket, eateries, a medical centre, leisure centre, and library all close at hand, and countryside all around, it is a comfortable place to enjoy retirement.
Beyond the village itself, Southwater Country Park and miles of open Sussex countryside lie close by, while the Downs Link path leads walkers and cyclists towards the coast. Nearby Horsham adds wider shopping, and good transport links reach both London and Brighton with ease.
Local highlights
The Downs Link path runs right through Southwater, following an old railway line all the way to Shoreham on the coast. Level and traffic-free, it is well suited to a gentle stroll or a hire bike, with countryside views and places to pause along the way.
Neighbouring Horsham blends old and new, with historic streets wrapped around the Swan Walk shopping centre. The Carfax at its heart hosts regular markets and events, and there are cafés, independent shops, and restaurants to enjoy, all a short journey from Southwater for a change of scene.
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, a short drive away near Lower Beeding, is a restored Grade I listed woodland garden known for its spring rhododendrons, azaleas, and lakes. Gentle paths, wallabies grazing the grounds, and a café make it a rewarding outing at any time of year.
What our Residents say
Don't just take it from us
“I’ve been very busy getting to know everyone and getting involved in the local community. I’m on the Highcliffe in Bloom committee, I help run an after school club with the local church, and I’m helping the local Rotary Club. I enjoy a very busy lifestyle and it’s been wonderful making new friends here at Rothesay Lodge and in my new neighbourhood in general.”
“Once I'd made the decision to go with Home Exchange everybody helped wherever they could. It was after Christmas I was looking, and I moved in the middle of January. They were just incredible and helped me so much in every way. ”
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