Riverside Gardens, Wetherby Road , Knaresborough , HG5

Welcome to Apartment 1, Riverside Gardens – a brand new, deluxe ground floor one-bedroom apartment, thoughtfully designed for comfort, ease, and style. Situated in the heart of a brand new independent retirement community in the charming market town of Knaresborough, this beautiful home offers the perfect balance of independence and peace of mind for those aged 60 and over.

From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the quality and attention to detail throughout. The entrance hall leads into a spacious and elegant open-plan living and dining area, flooded with natural light and seamlessly connecting to a contemporary fitted kitchen. Patio doors open onto your own personal outdoor space – a private patio that offers a peaceful spot to sit and enjoy a morning coffee or a breath of fresh air. The double bedroom is generously sized, offering a tranquil retreat, while the shower room has been thoughtfully designed with anti-slip flooring and level access, combining practicality with style. A separate storage and utility room adds convenience and functionality to everyday living.

Riverside Gardens has been created with the needs and desires of independent retirees in mind. Managed by Adlington Management Services, the community benefits from the reassuring presence of a professional team on-site 24/7, offering support should you ever need it – without compromising your independence or privacy. It's a place where you can live entirely on your own terms, with help available if and when you want it.

Living in a retirement community like Riverside Gardens means you are never far from good company, shared laughter, or a friendly face. Regular weekly activities and events offer opportunities to socialise, stay active, and make lasting friendships – all within the comfort of your own community. The communal facilities are second to none, including a stylish table-service restaurant, a welcoming homeowners’ lounge, a cosy coffee lounge, a hairdressing salon, an activity studio, and a therapy suite. There’s even a guest suite for visiting family and friends, as well as storage for mobility scooters and bicycles.

The beautifully landscaped gardens are yours to explore and enjoy – perfect for a stroll with neighbours or quiet reflection among nature. And with everything you need just moments from your front door, you can spend less time worrying and more time doing what you love.

Set in the historic and picturesque town of Knaresborough, Riverside Gardens benefits from a truly delightful location. Perched above the River Nidd, Knaresborough is known for its medieval charm, riverside walks, and vibrant market square. It offers a wonderful mix of local amenities, independent shops, and inviting cafés – all steeped in character and just a short distance away.

Apartment 1 at Riverside Gardens is more than just a place to live – it’s a home in a community that supports you in living life to the fullest, on your own terms, with the freedom to enjoy each day your way.

Entrance Hall

Composite entrance door. Access onto Living/Dining room, double bedroom, shower room and utility/storage room

Open Plan Living / Dining Room

6.89m x 3.44m (22' 7" x 11' 4") Thoughtfully designed for modern living, this open-plan layout effortlessly blends a cosy lounge area with a dedicated dining or breakfast space—ideal for relaxed everyday comfort or stylish entertaining. Step outside to your own private patio for seamless indoor-outdoor living.

Kitchen

3.16m x 2.41m (10' 4" x 7' 11") The kitchen features a uPVC double-glazed electric opening window, allowing for both natural light and ventilation. It is fitted with a range of wall-mounted, drawer, and base units, complemented by ample preparation surfaces that incorporate a stainless steel sink with a chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, microwave, four-ring hob with a contemporary splashback, and an extraction hood. The space is further enhanced by under-pelmet lighting, adding both practicality and style.

Main Bedroom

4.47m x 3.44m (14' 8" x 11' 3") The main bedroom benefits from a uPVC double-glazed window, providing natural light and insulation. It also features fitted wardrobes with double doors, offering ample storage space while maintaining a clean and streamlined appearance

Shower Room

2.51m x 1.64m (8' 3" x 5' 4") The wet room suite features a walk-in level shower area with non-slip flooring, an inset WC, and a wash basin with a chrome mixer tap. A chrome ladder-style heated towel rail adds both functionality and style, while complementary contemporary tiling to all walls completes the sleek, modern finish.

Store/Utility

1.87m x 1.33m (6' 2" x 4' 4") There is a dedicated space with plumbing provisions for a washer/dryer, offering added convenience for laundry needs.

Exterior

Riverside House in Knaresborough is nestled within beautifully maintained gardens and landscaped grounds, offering residents a peaceful and picturesque setting. Expansive manicured lawns are adorned with vibrant seasonal blooms and meticulously pruned shrubs, providing colour and fragrance throughout the year. Expertly tended by skilled gardeners, the grounds remain in immaculate condition—reflecting ARL's dedication to quality and care. These serene outdoor spaces not only elevate the surroundings but also nurture a sense of community and well-being, making them a treasured part of life at Riverside House.

Key Points

• Fully-fitted wool blend carpets throughout
• Fully-fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, including dishwasher, oven, hob, microwave, fridge freezer
• Fitted wardrobes to master bedrooms
• Spacious utility cupboards and storage facilities
• All apartments have either a patio or balcony
• Audio-visual security entry system with viewing monitor to each apartment, and controlled entry to the building
• Sophisticated 24-hour call system linked directly to the on-site team
• Two lifts
• On-site parking
• Landscaped and maintained gardens
• Protected by a 10-year NHBC warranty

Tailored personal care^ packages are available, should they be required now or in the future.

^ additional charges apply

On-site Facilities for Homeowners

Elegant on-site restaurant^
Homeowners’ lounge
Coffee lounge
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 to all floors
Private homeowners parking
Extensive landscaped gardens with raised flower beds

^ additional charges apply

Service and Well-being benefits

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

A 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 in your apartment and communal areas, and buildings insurance
24-hour on-site support team, 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

2025/26 approximate weekly Service and Well-being Charge

1-bedroom £188
2-bedroom £204
3-bedroom £219

The Service and Well-being Charge is reviewed annually.

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

Agent's Note

All apartments are LEASEHOLD with a monthly Service and Well-being charge, and a Communal Facilities Fee which is payable upon the sale of your home.

Tailored personal care packages are available at an additional cost.

Adlington Retirement Living (ARL) is the developer and Adlington Management Services (AMS) is the operator of Radford House. ARL are members of the Associated Retirement Community Operators and aim to comply with the ARCO Consumer Code.

A reasonable fee for administration at point of resale is payable. This is currently £500 + VAT. A Key Facts document for more detailed information on all charges.

Length of lease: 250 years. Lease starts from: 1st Jan 2025.

Communal Facilities Fees

The Communal Facilities Fee (CFF) at Riverside Gardens is a fee payable upon the sale of your home or if there is a change of occupier so you can enjoy the facilities now but pay for them later. This fee ensures that homeowners can enjoy the use of our first-class communal facilities, today and in the future. It contributes towards:

The construction and provision of the communal facilities across the retirement community, including the restaurant, homeowners’ lounge and coffee lounge, hair salon, therapy suite, guest suite and activities studio
Regular replacement and refurbishment of all these communal facilities, the exterior of the building, restaurant kitchen equipment and facilities, lifts, roof, private homeowner parking and also your patio or balcony structure.

Communal Facilities Fees Continued

Adlington will use these funds to refurbish or replace elements of the communal areas to the highest standards when required. Not only will this ensure it is a quality place to live, but it will also protect the resale value of your property, ensuring that when an apartment is sold, you will get the best sales value for it.

All homeowners are responsible for the repair and maintenance of their own apartment.

You do not have to pay anything until you choose to sell your apartment (or there is a change of occupier). The fee is 4% per annum, capped at 5 years (maximum 20%) of the achieved market price (or an agreed market valuation of the property) per year or part year of occupation.