The Folds, School Brow, Romiley, Stockport, SK6

Welcome to Apartment 36 at The Folds, Romiley—an exceptional two-bedroom apartment situated on the third floor of this sought-after independent retirement community, managed with care by Adlington Management Services. Designed for comfort, convenience, and a fulfilling lifestyle, this beautifully appointed home offers the perfect blend of independence and support within a welcoming and sociable environment.

This generous apartment features a large open-plan living area, providing a bright and inviting space to relax or entertain. The well-equipped kitchen is ideal for preparing meals, while the two well-sized double bedrooms offer plenty of flexibility, whether for guests, a hobby room, or additional storage. The property benefits from both a stylish bathroom and a modern shower room, ensuring convenience and practicality. A separate utility and storage room adds to the apartment’s functionality. One of its standout features is the south-facing walk-out balcony, offering a private outdoor retreat to enjoy the fresh air and sunshine.

Life at The Folds is about so much more than just a beautifully designed home. This vibrant retirement community offers a true sense of companionship, security, and peace of mind. Homeowners can enjoy a wide range of activities and social events, fostering friendships and a fulfilling lifestyle. The on-site restaurant provides table service for both breakfast and lunch, offering a wonderful opportunity to dine in good company without the hassle of cooking. Additional communal facilities, including a welcoming coffee lounge, a homeowners’ lounge, an activity suite, and a therapy suite, provide inviting spaces to unwind, engage in hobbies, or simply enjoy time with neighbours. Practicalities are also well considered, with a dedicated bicycle and mobility scooter store, ensuring accessibility for all. For added reassurance, the building is staffed 24/7, providing peace of mind and support whenever needed.

Romiley itself is a delightful place to call home, offering the perfect balance between a peaceful village atmosphere and easy access to a wealth of amenities. The charming village centre is home to an array of shops, cafes, and restaurants, while local supermarkets and essential services ensure everyday convenience. Those who enjoy the outdoors will appreciate the stunning green spaces nearby, including Etherow Country Park, which offers beautiful walking trails, tranquil lakes, and abundant wildlife. The area is well connected, with excellent transport links, including a train station with regular services to Manchester, as well as reliable bus routes.

Apartment 36 at The Folds is more than just a home; it is an opportunity to embrace a lifestyle enriched by companionship, security, and a thriving community spirit. With beautifully landscaped communal grounds, an array of exceptional facilities, and the reassurance of 24/7 support, this is a place where you can truly relax and enjoy life to the fullest.

Enhance Hall

Composite entrance door. Access onto the living/dining room, double bedroom, shower room and utility/storage room.

Utility Room

Space for washing machine and tumble dryer with expansive storage space.

Living through Dining Room

4.66m x 7.10m (maximum) (15' 3" x 23' 4") (maximum) The well appointed living/dining room provides space for lounge furniture alongside space for you dining/breakfast table. The breakfast table is well positioned to adjoin the uPVC double glazed double doors that lead onto the walk on balcony. Electric fireplace. Kitchen off.

Kitchen

2.41m (maximum) x 3.16m (maximum) (7' 11" x 10' 4") The modern kitchen provides a range of wall, drawer and base units with a preparation surface incorporating a stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. The kitchen incorporates an abundance of integrated appliances including; electric hob and oven, extraction hood, microwave oven, slimline dishwasher, fridge and freezer.

Main Bedroom

2.77m x 4.36m (maximum) (9' 1" x 14' 4") (maximum) The well sized double bedroom provides plentiful natural light with the uPVC double glazed windows. Fitted bedroom furniture.

En-suite Shower

1.93m x 2.55m (6' 4" x 8' 4") The generous and practical wet room has level anti-slip flooring and complimentary contemporary tiling to all walls. The suite comprises of a walk-in shower area, an inset WC, and a pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap. Chrome ladder style heated towel rail.

Store Room

Space for washing machine and tumble dryer with expansive storage space.

Bedroom Two

3.30m x 2.60m (maximum) (10' 10" x 8' 6") (maximum) The well sized double bedroom provides plentiful natural light with the uPVC double glazed windows.

Bathroom

1.93m x 2.70m (6' 4" x 8' 10") Suite comprising of a panel bath with chrome mixer tap, shower attachment and a folding shower screen, a pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap and an inset WC. Complimentary contemporary tiles. Chrome ladder style towel rail.

Exterior

The beautifully landscaped and maintained gardens provide both leisurely exercise and relaxation, you can enjoy the gardens and flora without the concerns of having responsibility of the upkeep. Parking is provided with home owner on site parking.

On-site Facilities

The on-site facilities mean any homeowner can be as sociable and independent as they choose and to suit their own desires. The facilities are too many to mention and it is highly recommended to arrange an accompanied visit to really understand how Adlington Retirement Living provides a a community for all homeowners.

Elegant on-site restaurant
Beautifully appointed lounge with outdoor patio area
Activities studio
Therapy suite
Hairdressing salon
Internal mobility scooter & bicycle store with electric charging facilities
Fully furnished guest suite with en-suite, television and tea/coffee making facilities
Lifts for easy accessibility

Understanding the Charges

Service and Well-being benefits

All our homeowners contribute monthly to a Service and Well-being Charge to cover services such as:

* A table service restaurant with on-site chef offering freshly prepared meals
* Communal cleaning, estate management and upkeep of the landscaped gardens
* External window cleaning, including all individual apartments
* Water usage and buildings insurance
* 24-hour on-site support everyday, 365 days a year, in case of emergency, with a discreet emergency call system installed in each apartment
* Our on-site management team are always available to homeowners and check on their well-being, liaise with family and professional services as required. They also organise a full calendar of social events and activities.

Service and Well-being Charges at The Folds

2025 approximate weekly Service and Well-being Charge at The Folds are:

1 bedroom £214.69
2 bedroom £224.87
3 bedroom £243.58

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 2025:

1 Bedroom apartments – £1,133.31
2 Bedroom apartments - £1,259.23
3 Bedroom apartments - £1,511.08

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 to buy out your Ground Rent at any time by giving the legal landlord written notice, and paying a fee of 40 x the annual 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.

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.

An Administration Fee is payable on resale of the property.

Leasehold Details

125 years from and including 1 January 2020