Pearce Smith Court

Retirement housing
Marine Drive, Barton-on-Sea, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 7EE
Marine Drive, Barton-on-Sea, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 7EE

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Managed by
Housing 21
Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care

Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.

Manager's Description

"Pearce Smith Court, situated on a cliff top with views of the Isle of Wight in Hampshire, consists of 4 one bedroom flats and 29 studio flats. On-site facilities include a laundry room, guest room, i..." Show more "Pearce Smith Court, situated on a cliff top with views of the Isle of Wight in Hampshire, consists of 4 one bedroom flats and 29 studio flats. On-site facilities include a laundry room, guest room, inner court yard and a communal lounge. There is a bus stop outside the scheme, which opens up the court to local amenities in the surrounding community.

Our Court Manager Service is an important and integral part of Housing 21’s approach to supporting our residents. It is designed to offer support and security to the court and those residents on court who need it. The service is about promoting and encouraging individuals to maintain their independence in their own home.

Our Managers are also responsible for the day to day running of the court including looking after the Health & Safety, property management and resident engagement." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
32 flats. Built in 1980. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom.
Resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
Regular Social activities. New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted, but not to be replaced.
Housing Authority: New Forest
Social Care Authority: Hampshire

Info updated: 02/04/2009
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Availability

The waiting list for this court is currently closed.

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

"Good Court manager. Everyone gets on well. Nice and quiet. Can see the sea from all windows. Lovely walks."
Made by a resident in 2017

"First and foremost we have a wonderful court manager. Some residents are very likable. Location is excellent. Very very smart plus highly decorated."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Social events and outings are arranged by a small committee and court manager. Pleasant accommodation and location."
Made by a resident in 2017

"We all have a lovely sea view; also our manager is always very helpful, and my neighbours are nice."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Lovely views, close to sea. Bus stop close to flats. Debbie is a very good & helpful warden; in fact excellent."
Made by a resident in 2017

"Our court is clifftop situated with sea and Isle of White views. Recently Housing 21 have renovated all communal and external areas and are in the pro..." Show more
"Our court is clifftop situated with sea and Isle of White views. Recently Housing 21 have renovated all communal and external areas and are in the process of completely modernising our individual flats. We have an extremely competent Court Manageress." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"Although not being here long, I got involved with all the social activities arranged, including gardening, and enjoy meeting up with other residents o..." Show more
"Although not being here long, I got involved with all the social activities arranged, including gardening, and enjoy meeting up with other residents on a daily basis for a cuppa and a chat in the communal lounge. The manager is more than helpful when required." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"The social side of our court is extremely good. Days out and meals out have a really good turn out. The garden is lovely and the court manager is alwa..." Show more
"The social side of our court is extremely good. Days out and meals out have a really good turn out. The garden is lovely and the court manager is always available for anything that is troubling you. Brilliant place to live." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"I just love the view and the beautiful garden. Our court manager is so helpful and we have a good allround community spirit with most of the residents..." Show more
"I just love the view and the beautiful garden. Our court manager is so helpful and we have a good allround community spirit with most of the residents." Show less

Made by a resident in 2017

"the court is a friendly and most lovely place to live; the manager is most helpful in every way, first class. I would say nothing is too much trouble."
Made by a resident in 2017
Managed by
Housing 21
Supporting independence and choice for older people through affordable housing and care

Housing 21 is a leading not for profit provider of Retirement Living and Extra Care for older people of modest means.

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