Riverside Gardens, Wetherby Road, Knaresborough, HG5

Life at Riverside Gardens is all about enjoying your independence while feeling completely reassured. The community is managed by Adlington Management Services, with a friendly team on-site 24 hours a day, so there’s always someone around if you ever need a hand. You can live just as you do now privately and independently, but with the comfort of knowing help and support are available whenever you want it.

There’s so much to enjoy here. You can join in with the weekly activities, meet neighbours for a chat in the coffee lounge, relax in the homeowners’ lounge, or enjoy a meal in the table-service restaurant. There’s also a hairdressing salon, an activity studio, a therapy suite, and even a guest suite for when friends or family come to stay. Outside, the beautifully landscaped gardens are ideal for a stroll or simply sitting in the sunshine and enjoying the surroundings.

At Riverside Gardens, you really can make each day your own. Whether you prefer quiet time in your own apartment or getting involved in the social life of the community, the choice is always yours.

When it comes to location, Knaresborough couldn’t be more charming. This lovely market town is full of history and character, with its cobbled streets, riverside walks and stunning views over the River Nidd. There’s a great mix of local shops, cosy cafés and a lively market square, plus excellent transport links to Harrogate and beyond.

Apartment 21 at Riverside Gardens is the perfect place to start a new chapter; a home where you can feel secure, stay active, and make the most of life in a warm and welcoming community. A beautiful, brand new two-bedroom first floor home in Knaresborough’s newest independent retirement community for people aged 60 and over. Designed with comfort, style, and peace of mind in mind, this lovely apartment offers everything you need to enjoy life your way, with support close by whenever you need it.

Step inside and you’ll find a bright and welcoming entrance hall leading into a spacious open-plan living and dining area. It’s a light-filled, relaxing space that opens out onto your very own balcony – the perfect spot for a morning cuppa or a quiet afternoon with a good book. The modern fitted kitchen has everything you need and looks fantastic too, with clean lines and high-quality finishes.

Both bedrooms are comfortable doubles, giving you plenty of space whether for guests, hobbies or simply to unwind. The shower room is stylish, safe and practical, with level access and anti-slip flooring. There’s also a handy utility room and a generous storage space, keeping everything neatly organised.

Life at Riverside Gardens is all about enjoying your independence while feeling completely reassured. The community is managed by Adlington Management Services, with a friendly team on-site 24 hours a day, so there’s always someone around if you ever need a hand. You can live just as you do now – privately and independently – but with the comfort of knowing help and support are available whenever you want it.

There’s so much to enjoy here. You can join in with the weekly activities, meet neighbours for a chat in the coffee lounge, relax in the homeowners’ lounge, or enjoy a meal in the table-service restaurant. There’s also a hairdressing salon, an activity studio, a therapy suite, and even a guest suite for when friends or family come to stay. Outside, the beautifully landscaped gardens are ideal for a stroll or simply sitting in the sunshine and enjoying the surroundings.

Entrance Hall

Composite entrance door. Access onto Living/Dining room, two bedrooms, a shower room a utility room and a generous storage room.

Open Plan Living / Dining Room

6.97m x 3.44m (22' 11" x 11' 4") Expertly crafted for contemporary living, this open-plan layout seamlessly integrates a welcoming lounge with a dedicated dining or breakfast area—perfect for effortless daily living and sophisticated entertaining. Step out onto your private walk-out balcony, an inviting extension of the living space, ideal for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or simply soaking in the fresh air.

Kitchen

3.16m x 2.41m (10' 5" x 7' 11") The kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with a uPVC double-glazed electric opening window, inviting in natural light and fresh air. A comprehensive range of wall-mounted, drawer, and base units provides ample storage, while generous preparation surfaces incorporate a sleek stainless steel sink with a chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, microwave, four-ring hob with a stylish splashback, and an extraction hood—offering both functionality and modern design. Under-pelmet lighting add a touch of sophistication, enhancing both practicality and ambiance.

Main Bedroom

3.72m x 2.90m (12' 2" x 9' 6") 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.

Bedroom Two

4.47m x 3.02m (14' 8" x 9' 11") Bedroom Two enjoys the benefit of a uPVC double-glazed window, offering excellent natural light and enhanced insulation for year-round comfort.

Shower Room

2.51m x 1.64m (8' 3" x 5' 4") The wet room suite is designed with both comfort and style in mind, featuring a walk-in level shower area with non-slip flooring for safety and ease of use. It includes an inset WC and a pedestal wash basin with a sleek chrome mixer tap. A chrome ladder-style heated towel rail adds a practical yet stylish touch, while full contemporary tiling to all walls provides a clean, modern finish.

Utility Room

2.44m x 0.98m (8' 0" x 3' 3") A dedicated utility space with plumbing provisions for a washer/dryer adds valuable convenience, making day-to-day laundry tasks effortless and discreet

Storage Room

3.44m x 1.25m (11' 4" x 4' 1") A generously sized storage room offers a convenient solution for keeping everyday essentials, seasonal items, or cleaning supplies neatly tucked away, enhancing the home’s sense of order and space.

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.