Barnes Lodge
Wessex Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FH
Wessex Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2FH
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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
"Barnes Lodge is a delightful development of one and two bedroom apartments located in the historic down of Dorchester. The nearby bustling high street is home to a number of specialist shops, boutiqu..." Show more "Barnes Lodge is a delightful development of one and two bedroom apartments located in the historic down of Dorchester. The nearby bustling high street is home to a number of specialist shops, boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops and high street chains with a Sainsbury’s close by.The Dorset County Hospital is a short walk away with a number of pharmacies available on the high street. Barnes Lodge is ideally located with access to regular bus routes, a short walk to Dorchester West and South train stations offering services to Weymouth, Bristol Temple Meads, Gloucester and London Waterloo.
The Lodge manager is on hand to support the Owners and keep the development in perfect shape. 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
40 flats. Built in 2014. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden, Well-being suite
Whole site accessible by wheelchair. Access to site easy. Distances: bus stop 25 yards; shop 105 yards; post office 1 mile(s); town centre 1.5 mile(s); GP 1 mile(s); social centre 1.5 mile(s).
Social activities include: Coffee mornings, games evenings, lunch club, keep fit, fish & chips supper. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (well behaved pets are welcomed, subject to prior permission).
Housing Authority: Dorset
Social Care Authority: Dorset
Info updated: 02/04/2022
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Availability
The following details have been provided to EAC:
Re-sale: A 1 bedroom first floor retirement apartment. Price £178,000. Contact Churchill Sales & Lettings on 0800 077 8717 or click here to view details on their website.. (Notified 02/03/2024)
Re-sale: Sold STC: A 1 bedroom first floor retirement apartment. Price £95,000. Contact Churchill Sales & Lettings on 0800 077 8717 or click here to view details on their website.. (Notified 02/03/2024)
Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards
"The apartments are perfect for people of retirement age. Great fixtures and fittings, communal area is beautiful. I feel safe with the care line. The ..." Show more
"The apartments are perfect for people of retirement age. Great fixtures and fittings, communal area is beautiful. I feel safe with the care line. The lodge manager is amazing and Barnes Lodge has a real community feel. Moving here has changed my life - thank you." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The apartments are perfect for people of retirement age. Great fixtures and fittings, communal area is beautiful. I feel safe with the care line. The lodge manager is amazing and Barnes Lodge has a real community feel. Moving here has changed my life - thank you." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Well run. Public rooms are nicely kept. Friendly communal activities arranged, and you can join in if you like. A lot of people do. Living alone can b..." Show more
"Well run. Public rooms are nicely kept. Friendly communal activities arranged, and you can join in if you like. A lot of people do. Living alone can be very dull at times, but here we can just go to the owners' lounge, where there is always someone to chat to, to have a cup of tea with. But your apartment is your own private abode and is respected as such." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Well run. Public rooms are nicely kept. Friendly communal activities arranged, and you can join in if you like. A lot of people do. Living alone can be very dull at times, but here we can just go to the owners' lounge, where there is always someone to chat to, to have a cup of tea with. But your apartment is your own private abode and is respected as such." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Life is good in our self contained apartments, in our own grounds. Amenities, Dorchester too, and local bus services are close to hand. Our excellent ..." Show more
"Life is good in our self contained apartments, in our own grounds. Amenities, Dorchester too, and local bus services are close to hand. Our excellent Lodge Manager is backed by a strong management team, runs a very happy Lodge. C'est la vie!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Life is good in our self contained apartments, in our own grounds. Amenities, Dorchester too, and local bus services are close to hand. Our excellent Lodge Manager is backed by a strong management team, runs a very happy Lodge. C'est la vie!" Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The position is very handy for shops, buses and the station. Congenial and friendly residents. Excellent manager (Abi). couldn't be better."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"We have such a good lodge. Manager who sorts out our problems and gives us comfort when we need it. Also arranges for lots of interesting talks, etc t..." Show more
"We have such a good lodge. Manager who sorts out our problems and gives us comfort when we need it. Also arranges for lots of interesting talks, etc to keep us happy & to meet other residents." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"We have such a good lodge. Manager who sorts out our problems and gives us comfort when we need it. Also arranges for lots of interesting talks, etc to keep us happy & to meet other residents." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Such a friendly lodge. We all look out for each other and meet for various activities/outings. We had a wonderful New Year party. I wouldn't live anyw..." Show more
"Such a friendly lodge. We all look out for each other and meet for various activities/outings. We had a wonderful New Year party. I wouldn't live anywhere else." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Such a friendly lodge. We all look out for each other and meet for various activities/outings. We had a wonderful New Year party. I wouldn't live anywhere else." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Good variety of independent apartments. Good relationship between residents. Residents Lounge for use by residents at any time. Numerous Lodge facilit..." Show more
"Good variety of independent apartments. Good relationship between residents. Residents Lounge for use by residents at any time. Numerous Lodge facilities available to all residents. 1st class Lodge Manager with whom we all are on christian name terms." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Good variety of independent apartments. Good relationship between residents. Residents Lounge for use by residents at any time. Numerous Lodge facilities available to all residents. 1st class Lodge Manager with whom we all are on christian name terms." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's an extremely pleasant and content life here. It's safe, quiet, private, but with sociable neighbours and good optional community activities. It's..." Show more
"It's an extremely pleasant and content life here. It's safe, quiet, private, but with sociable neighbours and good optional community activities. It's well managed, with clean, well-maintained facilities. Very good nearby services and facilities. A worry-free life." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"It's an extremely pleasant and content life here. It's safe, quiet, private, but with sociable neighbours and good optional community activities. It's well managed, with clean, well-maintained facilities. Very good nearby services and facilities. A worry-free life." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"The flats are like one happy family. Abby is like a mother to everybody. It is the best move we have ever made."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"The lodge manager Abi makes all the difference. She puts the residents first and helps organise activities to keep the residents active. Northing is t..." Show more
"The lodge manager Abi makes all the difference. She puts the residents first and helps organise activities to keep the residents active. Northing is too much trouble including helping if needed after hours. A manager who puts her residents needs first is worth her weight in gold. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"The lodge manager Abi makes all the difference. She puts the residents first and helps organise activities to keep the residents active. Northing is too much trouble including helping if needed after hours. A manager who puts her residents needs first is worth her weight in gold. " Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Excellent manager, willing to go the extra mile, she has made a huge difference to my mother-in- laws quality of life, since loosing her husband. The..." Show more
"Excellent manager, willing to go the extra mile, she has made a huge difference to my mother-in- laws quality of life, since loosing her husband. The atmosphere is homely, plenty of activities and socialising in the residents lounge. A lovely place to live." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"Excellent manager, willing to go the extra mile, she has made a huge difference to my mother-in- laws quality of life, since loosing her husband. The atmosphere is homely, plenty of activities and socialising in the residents lounge. A lovely place to live." Show less
Made by a visitor in 2017
"It's great to feel safe and sound here, with a good Lodge Manager Abi. No1 Ace top of the list folks."
Made by a resident in 2017
Made by a resident in 2017
"A happy, friendly community. Lots to do if you want to, but you don't have to join in. A good Lodge Manager always helps and we do have a good one. L..." Show more
"A happy, friendly community. Lots to do if you want to, but you don't have to join in. A good Lodge Manager always helps and we do have a good one. Love not to having to worry about household maintenance. We have a beautiful garden. That's important." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"A happy, friendly community. Lots to do if you want to, but you don't have to join in. A good Lodge Manager always helps and we do have a good one. Love not to having to worry about household maintenance. We have a beautiful garden. That's important." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Warm, friendly community in a solidly constructed, pleasantly designed built environment. The infrastructure has been thoughtfully put together - for ..." Show more
"Warm, friendly community in a solidly constructed, pleasantly designed built environment. The infrastructure has been thoughtfully put together - for instance the heat pump heating system - and the apartments and public areas manage to be both homely and elegant." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
"Warm, friendly community in a solidly constructed, pleasantly designed built environment. The infrastructure has been thoughtfully put together - for instance the heat pump heating system - and the apartments and public areas manage to be both homely and elegant." Show less
Made by a resident in 2017
Managed by
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
