Built by Wimpey Retirement Homes, the development comprises 79 one and two bedroom apartments arranged over 2 floors, the upper floors serviced by two lifts.
On-site facilities include a Residents Lounge, Dining Area, Communal Computers, and a Laundry,
Doors from the main resident's lounge open out to the Sun Patio and Croquet Lawn.
The complex is set within its own landscaped Grounds with parking available for visitor's courtesy of 2 CAR PARKS, the front main car park, and a further smaller rear car park.
Aimed at people over 65 (although the minimum age is 55) Park Lodge offers the convenience of living in a safe and secure environment, while being somewhere you can choose to socialise with fellow homeowners In the communal Lounge and Conservatory, or enjoy the tranquility of your own private fully self contained Apartment.
Each apartment is designed with good size Living Rooms that easily accommodate enough furniture to make them feel homely, with plenty of space for a table and chairs too.
Running off the living room, a small Kitchen is big enough to take all the normal appliances enabling full home cooking and washing.
Bedrooms all have fitted wardrobes and the Bathrooms are full size giving the option of having a bath or walk in shower.
COMMUNAL AREAS
"Life can become rather lonely when you get older, especially if you are not very mobile. The great thing about here is you can spend time with people like yourself and it gives you quite a pick-up"
The Service Charge
Currently £175 per month.
The charge covers such costs as the House Manager, the 24-Hour emergency call system, Buildings Insurance, General Maintenance, Water Rates, Sewerage Rates, Communal areas heating, etc.
Running Costs
Often clients find the like-for-like costs are cheaper than their old home. E.g. Heating costs are often lower due to the modern construction of the complex, being terraced between other apartments and of course the apartment is probably a more manageable size compared to before.
Some of the comments about Park Lodge made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards:
'Our complex is so friendly and the residents so jolly. We almost think this is a hotel. the decor is beautifully done and the manager is brilliant at her work.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'Everyone is so friendly. There are many things to do. I just love it here.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'I feel safe and secure.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'I feel safe and secure.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'Contentment, good social life, independent living, security.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'I have lived here 24 years. Very friendly people, & feels a safe place. The downside is maintenance is becoming so expensive, nearly £176 per month. Quite a lot when people are on a state pension only (owner occupier)'
Made by a resident in 2017
'I've lived at Park Lodge for 25 years. I just love it. I wouldn't live anywhere else, even if I had a million pounds.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'Because this Park Lodge is the best. We lived here 11 years ... the happier, with lots of great friends.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'We are very lucky. Park Lodge is like a pleasant hotel. You can mix in our two lounges with other residents if you so wish, or keep privately to yourself in your own flat.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'Welcoming from the moment I arrived. The corridors are bright, airy. Social areas spacious with colourful furnishings. Friendly neighbours. We have entertainments which we fully attended. It is home from home. I would recommend it to anyone, and do.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'I like it!'
Made by a resident in 2017
'One of the best retirement schemes around here. Everybody that comes here says the same.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'The flat is very nice and everybody is friendly.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'Very convenient, and friendly atmosphere.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'I like living here as I am not lonely. I can talk to other people if I need to.'
Made by a resident in 2017
'The entrance is warm & welcoming. Usually someone around to greet you & say hello. Most evenings & some afternoons entertainment - knit & natter afternoons. All in all a very nice place to live.'
Made by a resident in 2017
