The Spindles , Bradford Road, Menston, Ilkley, LS29

Apartment 68 at The Spindles in Menston is a rare opportunity to secure a beautifully appointed three-bedroom, two-bathroom home with some of the very best views the community has to offer. Positioned on the third floor, this stunning apartment enjoys a highly sought-after outlook across the landscaped communal gardens, which can be fully appreciated from the private walk-out balcony. It is a home that combines generous proportions with thoughtful design, offering the perfect balance of comfort, style and practicality.

The welcoming entrance hall leads to a well-planned living and dining room, an inviting space that opens onto the balcony, where the elevated garden views create a real sense of calm and connection with nature. The modern fitted kitchen is both sleek and practical, offering everything needed for everyday living. The apartment benefits from three spacious double bedrooms, with the main bedroom featuring its own en-suite shower room complete with level access and anti-slip flooring for added reassurance. A second bathroom serves the remaining rooms, while a utility room and two separate storage cupboards provide an abundance of space to keep things organised and out of sight. Presented in exemplary decorative condition throughout, this apartment is ready to move into and begin enjoying from the very first day.

Life at The Spindles is about much more than simply owning a home – it is about embracing a lifestyle where independence, companionship and security go hand in hand. Here, you are free to enjoy the privacy of your apartment whenever you wish, with the reassurance that support is on hand 24 hours a day should you ever need it. At the same time, there is a warm sense of community, with beautifully designed shared spaces where neighbours become friends. Whether it’s sharing a meal in the table-service restaurant, enjoying a film in the cinema room, relaxing with a coffee in the homeowners’ lounge, or joining in with one of the many weekly activities, life at The Spindles offers companionship and entertainment in abundance.

The landscaped gardens provide a tranquil retreat, perfect for a stroll or simply sitting and enjoying the changing seasons, while the range of communal facilities – including an activity studio, guest suite, hairdressing salon and mobility scooter store – ensure that daily life is both enjoyable and convenient. Independent retirement living here allows homeowners to continue living life on their own terms, with the comfort of knowing that everything is designed to make things easier, safer and more enjoyable.

Menston itself is a delightful village, offering a welcoming community spirit and all the essentials of daily living, with the added advantage of excellent connections to nearby towns and cities. Just a short distance away lies Ilkley, renowned for its independent shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as the spectacular Ilkley Moor and Wharfedale countryside. With Leeds and Bradford easily accessible, the location offers both peaceful village living and the convenience of wider connections.

Apartment 68 at The Spindles is a home that offers more than just beautiful interiors and outstanding views. It offers a way of life that combines independence with security, privacy with companionship, and comfort with opportunity. For those seeking to make the most of their retirement in a vibrant and supportive community, this exceptional apartment is an outstanding choice.

Entrance Hall

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

Living Room

6.99m x 4.74m (22' 11" x 15' 7")

Kitchen

3.52m x 2.03m (11' 7" x 6' 8")

Principle Bedroom

5.21m x 3.25m (17' 1" x 10' 8")

Bedroom Two

5.16m x 2.60m (16' 11" x 8' 6")

Bedroom Three

4.04m x 2.98m (13' 3" x 9' 9")

Bathroom

2.50m x 1.71m (8' 2" x 5' 7")

En-Suite Shower Room

2.54m x 1.65m (8' 4" x 5' 5")

Storage One

1.41m x 1.40m (4' 8" x 4' 7")

Storage Two

1.54m x 1.00m (5' 1" x 3' 3")

Utility Room

1.90m x 0.80m (6' 3" x 2' 7")

Exterior

The Spindles in Menston is set within beautifully maintained gardens that create a serene and picturesque setting for residents. Expansive, manicured lawns stretch in all directions, forming a lush, green landscape perfect for relaxation and gentle strolls. The gardens are richly planted with vibrant flowers and neatly pruned shrubs, offering seasonal colour and fragrance throughout the year. Regularly tended by skilled gardeners, the grounds remain in immaculate condition—reflecting a strong commitment to quality and care. Blending natural beauty with a sense of peace and community, these landscaped surroundings are a cherished feature of life at The Spindles.

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 to all floors
• On-site parking
• Pets welcome
• Landscaped gardens
• Protected by a 10-year NHBC warranty

Onsite Facilities for Homeowners

* Elegant on-site restaurant^
* Beautifully appointed lounge with outdoor patio area
* Activities studio
* Cinema room
* Therapy suite^
* Hairdressing salon^
* Internal mobility scooter & bicycle store with electric charging facilities
* Fully furnished suite with en-suite, television and tea/coffee making facilities for visiting friends and family
* Lifts to all floors
* Private homeowners parking
* Extensive landscaped gardens with raised flower beds

^additional charges apply

Service and Well-being benefits

All homeowners living at The Spindles, Menston 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

Our own Management team, Adlington Management Services (AMS) take great pride in providing a high standard of service including checking on our homeowners well-being and liaising with family and professionals if necessary. They consult with homeowners on all aspects of the operations of the development and facilitate numerous social events an...

Service and Well-being charges

2025 approximate weekly Service and Well-being Charges at The Spindles are:

1 bedroom – £164.20
2 bedroom – £177.54
3 bedroom – £189.86

The Service and Well-being Charge is reviewed annually. Should there be any future increase, it will be capped in line with the Retail Price Index (RPI) or the Annual Earnings Index (AEI), whichever is the higher. So you can be secure in the knowledge there will be no large, unexpected price increases.

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.

Communal Facilities Fee Explained

The Communal Facilities Fee (CFF) at The Spindles 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
Adlington will use these funds to refurbish or replace all communal parts of The Spindles to the highest standards whenever required. Not only will this ensure it is a quality place to live, b...

Communal Facilities Fees

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.

An Administration Fee is payable on resale of the property.

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 operator of The Spindles. ARL are members of the Associated Retirement Community Operators and aim to comply with the ARCO Consumer Code.

An Administration Fee is payable on resale of the property.

Length of lease: 250 years. Lease starts from: 1st Jan 2023.