Priory Lodge

Retirement housing
Stony Lane South, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1FA
Stony Lane South, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1FA

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Managed by
Churchill Estates Management
Providing enjoyable, safe and worry-free retirement living

Churchill Estates manage this development, and Churchill Sales & Lettings handle many re-sales and lettings in Churchill developments.

Manager's Description

"Priory Lodge is a beautiful development of 44 one and two bedroom retirement apartments in the pretty market town of Christchurch, named after the 11th century Grade 1 listed Priory Church, which over..." Show more "Priory Lodge is a beautiful development of 44 one and two bedroom retirement apartments in the pretty market town of Christchurch, named after the 11th century Grade 1 listed Priory Church, which overlooks the town centre and harbour.

Transport links are excellent with a bus stop just outside with routes into the town centre and Bournemouth, and from there direct trains run all day into London Waterloo and to Birmingham. Bournemouth International Airport is also just a few miles away.

The heating in the Lodge and all apartments is supplied by a super efficient Air Source Heat Pump.

The Lodge manager is on hand throughout the day to support the Owners and keep the development in perfect shape as well as arranging many regular events in the Owners’ Lounge from coffee mornings to games afternoons.

A Guest Suite is available for visitors & use of over 150 guest suites in Retirement lodges across the country. Prices are available on request from the Lodge Manager." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold
44 flats. Built in 2014. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Guest facilities, Garden, Hairdressing salon
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 25 yards; shop 0.25 mile(s); post office 0.5 mile(s); town centre 0.25 mile(s); GP 0.5 mile(s); social centre 0.25 mile(s).
Social activities include: Coffee morning, lunch club, carpet bowls, quiz nights, keep fit, knit & natter, line dancing, music afternoon, walking group, and choir., organised by Lodge Manager and home owners. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (well behaved pets are welcomed, subject to prior permission).
Housing Authority: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Social Care Authority: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Info updated: 09/01/2017
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Availability

Newly built properties are available now, or shortly. Contact Churchill Retirement Living, as above.

Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards

"Nice people. Plenty of activities & support. Lots of fun. Cosy apartment. Good house manager, always ready to help & support."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Very comfortable and friendly."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I like living here.It's central with a good bus service."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Ideal position near Christchurch with frequent buses. A warm and friendly atmosphere, yet independent living."
Made by a resident in 2017

"I love my life at Priory Lodge. I cam from my house nearby to a 1-bedroom flat. I am now surrounded by lovely close friends & in a young community."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Easy access to town and a very good bus service outside the door. We have a very comfortable flat and the friendliness of other owners, and a very goo..." Show more
"Easy access to town and a very good bus service outside the door. We have a very comfortable flat and the friendliness of other owners, and a very good social life. A very pleasant place to live; the best thing we have done." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Well run, and helpful management. Able to share many enjoyable activities with other residents. Very convenient location for services."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Friendliness, security, easy living, low maintenance, location to shops, banks, etc. Plus lovely area of Christchurch Quay, Priory, ... we could go on..." Show more
"Friendliness, security, easy living, low maintenance, location to shops, banks, etc. Plus lovely area of Christchurch Quay, Priory, ... we could go on!" Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Very well situated. Buses on the doorstep and only 10 minutes walk to Christchurch High Street. Similar easy access to green fields and rivers."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Well positioned for easy access to transport and shops. Friendly residents and very helpful and pleasant staff. A beautiful living environment."
Made by a resident in 2017
Managed by
Churchill Estates Management
Providing enjoyable, safe and worry-free retirement living

Churchill Estates manage this development, and Churchill Sales & Lettings handle many re-sales and lettings in Churchill developments.

Memberships
ARHM: The organisation that manages this scheme is a member of the Association of Retirement Housing Managers, and therefore committed to complying with its Code of Practice.
Retirement Housing Group: The organisation that developed and/or manages this facility is a member of the Retirement Housing Group which advocates for more good quality retirement housing
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