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Battersea Place - 45% now reserved in London's first luxury retirement village
In less than six months, the Battersea Place sales team have taken reservations on 45% of the 112 apartments in this unique retirement village development on Albert Bridge Road, overlooking Battersea Park. This includes all of the penthouse apartments but there is a selection of one, two and three-bedroom apartments still available. The remaining apartments are priced from £415,000 – £2million....Read more»
Toddlers reunited
John and Jennie Stevens first met at St Hilda’s private primary school at the age of 5 years. Time marched on, and so did Jennie and John, both working their way through their early schooling until they met again at Elmwood County Co-ed Grammar School. It was not long before they were ‘going out’ with each other. They knew this was...Read more»
A lucky tumble
When he lost his wife, Ron moved from the family home in Abingdon to be closer to one of his daughters and chose to live nearby in a flat in Portisham. But following a headlong tumble down a flight of stairs, which left Ron shaken, but none the worse for wear, his daughter wasted no time in searching for a safer haven for her independent-minded...Read more»
Retirement Living: Town or Country?
When retirement is on the cards, chances are the biggest and most difficult consideration is … where to? Most people agree they would love somewhere safe, low-maintenance and above all, comfortable, but without being cut off from the bustle of everyday life and friendly company. Many wish to stay in the area they have lived for most of their lives, while others...Read more»
Only 3 penthouse apartments remaining in London's first luxury retirement village
In just 4 short winter months the Battersea Place sales team have taken reservations on over 30% of the 112 apartments in this unique retirement village development on Albert Bridge Road, overlooking Battersea Park. This includes all of the Parkside penthouse apartments, with just 3 three-bedroom, dual-aspect penthouses remaining in the Westside building, priced at around £2million. The remaining one and...Read more»
Marjorie Takes the Plunge
Marjorie Moss, a new resident at Grove Place, near Romsey, likes nothing better than taking an early morning swim in the private heated pool. A fit 84 year old, having been selected for Olympic training at a mere 11 years of age, Marjorie finds the spa and leisure facilities just one of the many benefits of moving into her bungalow...Read more»
Back to the Forties
Watch out Kate Moss, there was some strong competition in Dorchester this week! The dedicated team of carers at Somerleigh Court Nursing Home took a step back in time to model Forties-style fashions for a fun packed catwalk show, to entertain residents, in honour of Dignity Action Day, a national event which honours people in care. Prior to the fashion show care...Read more»
London Retirement Success for LifeCare Residences and VINCI Construction UK
LifeCare Residences Ltd, international retirement village operator, and VINCI Construction UK, who have formed a Joint Venture to develop retirement villages in London, have already attracted 25 reservations grossing £24.3m. of sales for their first scheme, Battersea Place, under construction in a prime SW11 location. Richard Davis, LifeCare’s CEO comments, “We are delighted to be working with such a distinguished company...Read more»
Romsey Abbey Choir delight residents and guests at Grove Place Open Day
Grove Place retirement village was thrilled to host the Romsey Abbey Choir on 10 December, the highlight of their final open day for 2011. The village was decorated to celebrate the festive season, with large Christmas trees both inside and outside the front doors of the Manor House and a display of hand-made Christmas stockings made by residents. Residents and staff...Read more»
Grove Place takes Gold in the New Homes Garden Awards
Grove Place is pleased to be the 2011 recipient of the Gold Award for the Best Landscaped Luxury Retirement Development. In 2006, retirement specialists LifeCare Residences acquired Grove Place, formerly an independent school, with a magnificent centrepiece period building, set in 27 acres of private grounds. The beautifully restored Manor House now functions as the natural meeting place for residents. It has...Read more»
New residents flock in for a Manor House Christmas
Grove Place, the multi award-winning retirement village near Romsey, is rapidly developing into a vibrant community, which is already well into a lively programme of Christmas festivities, taking place in their beautiful Grade I Listed Manor House. This year, this includes a visit from the famous Romsey Abbey Choir, who will be singing carols for the residents at 3pm on...Read more»
Meet Bernard
As he sits back in the Grove Place garden, sipping Champagne and enjoying some late Autumn sunshine, Bernard Curtis comments, “Life is getting better everyday since I came to Grove Place. I moved in by wheelchair, after having some rather complicated heart surgery, and now, here I am, walking virtually normally, and looking forward a sunny afternoon chatting with my new found...Read more»
Successful Launch for London's First Luxury Retirement Village
During the opening month at Battersea Place, London’s first luxury retirement village, the sales team had back-to- back appointments with prospective purchasers, resulting in 12 people immediately reserving their first choice apartments. UK’s rapidly increasing ageing population will mean in 20 years time, one third of all households will be 65 years and over. Currently this mature market own £1 trillion of...Read more»
Strictly Our Story
Roni and Dennis Nightingale Smith originally met on the dance floor as members of the same dance school, where they were part of the ballroom formation team, dancing to the legendry Victor Sylvester and making regular appearances on BBC TV’s original Come Dancing. Roni and Dennis were then married to their respective partners and eventually retired from competitive dancing to...Read more»
Lift Off for London's First Retirement Village
LifeCare Residences are creating London’s first luxury retirement village, Battersea Place, for people seeking an independent lifestyle, but with the added option of care available onsite. Just minutes from the iconic Albert Bridge spanning the Thames, and adjoining Battersea Park, the new village will come with a first-class range of amenities; perfect for the 60plus generation who fully intend to continue...Read more»
Discover Independent Living in Dorchester
Somerleigh Court, a charming retirement village located in the centre of the historic town of Dorchester, is opening its doors for a special Open Day on 12 November. This will give individuals considering a move to a safe and caring community, a chance to view the small number of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available. They can also find out...Read more»
New CEO for LifeCare Residences UK, Richard Davis
Richard Davis, who has managed the New Zealand division of LifeCare Residences since 2007, relocated to London in January 2011 to manage the LifeCare Residences group, covering both the United Kingdom and New Zealand operations. “London has always been the ultimate goal for LifeCare Residences UK, there is an extensive population over 75, yet such an under-supply of quality retirement living....Read more»
Battersea Place Retirement Village - commencing marketing in October
LifeCare Residences will commence marketing London’s first retirement village, located on Albert Bridge Road adjoining Battersea Park, in October 2011. "We are excited to start selling Battersea Place Retirement Village. We have designed a luxury village for the London market, with contemporary, high quality finishes and fittings and five-start facilities and services" says Craig Percy, Chief Operating Officer. Battersea Place will...Read more»
Love At First Sight
Barbara and Derek Dixon recently moved into Grove Place from Worthing. Barbara comments, “We had been discussing the idea of a move for a little while, and really since my husband had a brief spell in hospital, our bungalow, although lovely, seemed a little too cut off, especially if I was on my own. So we started our search, and I saw...Read more»
Battersea Place Retirement Village
LifeCare Residences is planning to start construction next year on its first London retirement village, located on Albert Bridge Road adjoining Battersea Park. "We are excited to be progressing with plans for Battersea Place Retirement Village. We have designed an elegant village with contemporary, high quality finishes and fittings for the London market" says Peter Cotterill, General Manager Operations. Battersea Place...Read more»
A Building 'Oscar' for Grove Place
At the recent What House Awards, considered the 'Oscars' of the building industry, Grove Place, the luxury retirement village in Romsey, Hants. received a sought after Silver for Best Retirement Development. Following on from receiving a 5 star award in last month's Daily Mail UK Property Awards, the What House announcement has thrilled the new Grove Place residents, so now all...Read more»
Five Star Award for UK's Luxury Retirement Village
Grove Place, LifeCare Residence's 5 star retirement village for the over 60's , received due recognition at the recent Daily Mail Property Awards, when it was voted the UK's Best Retirement Development, an outright 5 star win. "This award is fully deserved," comments Peter Cotterill, LifeCare Residence's General Manager, "this is probably the most stunning retirement village in the country, if...Read more»