Factory Street, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL0

The Cottons is ideally located just a short walk from the town centre with local amenities very close to the property. Adlington retirement living offers independent living exclusively for over 65s where homeowners can enjoy life at their own pace. The active community provides options to participate as much or as little as you desire. The beautiful setting provides security and peace of mind.

This first floor apartment can be accessed via the stairwell or two separate lifts and the accommodation of the apartment consists of an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with uPVC double doors leading onto the patio area. Off the living room are both a double bedroom and the shower room with level, anti-slip flooring. A further storage/utility cupboard keeps those extra things hidden away. The apartment is offered in excellent decorative condition throughout and provides the opportunity to move straight in.

On site facilities at the Cottons provide an elegant on-site restaurant with waiter service which is available to be used by family and friends, beautifully appointed homeowners lounge with out-door patio area and activity studio assisted bathroom a therapy suite and a hairdressing salon. Additionally there is secure storage for mobility scooters and bike stores with electric charging facilities and a fully furnished guest suite with ensuite for family and friends to stay and visit. Externally the Cottons offers expansive communal gardens which are beautifully landscaped and maintained providing a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere to wander or socialize with friends.

Apartment Accommodation

Open Plan Living/Dining/Kitchen

Living through Dining Area

4.42m x 2.37m (14' 6" x 7' 9") uPVC double glazed double doors leading to the patio area. Recessed downlights.

Kitchen

2.70m x 1.90m (8' 10" x 6' 3") The modern fitted kitchen provides a range of contemporary wall, drawer and base units with a roll top preparation surface incorporating a one and half bowl stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an undercounter fridge, four ring electric hob with stainless steel splash-back and extraction hood, an electric oven and microwave.

Double Bedroom

3.07m x 2.50m (10' 1" x 8' 2") uPVC double glazed window. Built in wardrobes.

Shower Room

2.27m x 1.41m (7' 5" x 4' 8") Suite comprising of a level wet room shower, a pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap and inset WC. Anti-slip flooring. Chrome ladder style radiator.

Storage/Utility Cupboard

1m x 1.23m (3' 3" x 4' 0") Excellent storage wit space for both a washing machine and tumble dryer.

Exterior

The beautifully landscape to maintain gardens provide both leisurely exercise and relaxation, you can enjoy the gardens and all its flora without the concerns of having the responsibilities of the upkeep. Parking is provided with homeowner on site parking available.

Understanding the Charges

Service and Well-being Charges Benefits

All homeowners living at The Cottons, Ramsbottom will contribute to a Service and Well-being Charge. The high level of care, support and services on offer to enhance quality and enjoyment of life are what make Adlington different. This charge is to provide services such as;

The provision of a daily restaurant service serving delicious meals.
Communal cleaning and maintenance
External window cleaning
Water usage, buildings insurance and estate management
24-hour support every day, 365 days a year, in case of any emergency, working in tandem with a discreet emergency call system installed in each apartment

You no longer have to take into consideration the ongoing costs of upkeep and maintenance of your current property, grounds and gardens. As well as owning a modern stylish apartment built to high specification that is well insulated and cost effective to heat.

Service and Well-being Charges

2024/25 approximate weekly Service and Well-being Charges at The Cottons are;

1 bedroom – £202
2 bedroom – £208
3 bedroom – £224

The Service and Well-being Charge is reviewed annually. It is important to point out that payment of the service charge has to continue even if the apartment is vacant, as it is apportioned between all homeowners in order to maintain the high standard of service.

Ground Rent

Annual Ground Rent charges 2024:

1 bedroom apartments – £1,103.56
2 bedroom apartments – £1,226.18
3 bedroom apartments – £1,471.42

The Ground Rent is due annually from 1st January and will be reviewed every year in line with the Retail Price Index.

In addition, to give homeowners maximum flexibility, we have incorporated into our lease the option for you to buy out your Ground Rent at any time by giving the legal landlord written notice and paying a fee of 40 x the Ground Rent at the time of the service of the notice which will take effect from the 1st January the following year. For every year after that for the duration of the lease the rent will be a “peppercorn” (i.e. zero pounds)

Building Reserve Fund

While the day to day maintenance of the buildings and facilities is covered by the Service and Well-being Charge, which is kept as low as possible to leave homeowners with maximum disposable income, major capital costs and refurbishment are not included.

It is important that maintenance is kept to the highest standards for all to enjoy, and to cover any major works, a fee of 0.25% of your sale price for each year, or part-year, of occupation will be levied when you sell on your apartment. A contribution to the Building Reserve Fund is also collected through the Service and Well-being Charge.

The Building Reserve Fund will build up over time so that money is available to pay for capital costs as they occur e.g replacement lifts, restaurant kitchen equipment, the buildings roof and car park etc. This means that the development is always kept up to the same standard as when you purchased your apartment.