The Chimes, Lime Grove, Cheadle, SK8

Apartment 8 at The Chimes is a well-designed, low-maintenance ground-floor apartment, ideally positioned within an exclusive independent retirement community in the heart of Cheadle. Offering a superb combination of privacy, independence, and security, this attractive home is just a short stroll from the town’s vibrant High Street, with its excellent range of shops, cafés, and local amenities.

Thoughtfully arranged for modern living, the accommodation features a bright and welcoming open-plan layout, seamlessly combining the kitchen, living, and dining areas. This sociable space is perfect for both everyday comfort and entertaining, with double French doors opening onto a personal patio area that adjoins the beautifully maintained communal gardens, creating a lovely indoor-outdoor flow.

The apartment includes a double bedroom, complete with a fitted double wardrobe with mirrored sliding doors, offering both practicality and a sense of space. A contemporary shower room with level, anti-slip flooring provides both style and accessibility, while a useful utility/storage cupboard ensures everyday essentials are neatly organised.

Homeowners of The Chimes enjoy an exceptional range of on-site facilities designed to enhance wellbeing and encourage a vibrant community lifestyle. A full table-service restaurant serves freshly prepared lunch daily, while a cosy coffee lounge, homeowners’ lounge, and activity studio provide welcoming spaces for socialising and pursuing hobbies. Additional amenities include a therapy suite and hairdressing salon, all supported by 24-hour assistance for complete peace of mind.

Independent retirement living at The Chimes offers the perfect balance between freedom and reassurance, allowing you to enjoy your own private space while engaging with a friendly and active community as much as you wish.

Located in the charming town of Cheadle, with its blend of scenic surroundings and everyday conveniences, Apartment 8 presents an ideal opportunity for a relaxed, secure, and fulfilling retirement lifestyle.

Open plan living/dining/kitchen Area

Living Area

2.80m (maximum) x 3.45m (maximum) (9' 2" x 11' 4")
uPVC double doors leading onto the walk out balcony. Open plan to kitchen. Contemporary electric fireplace with surround and hearth.

Kitchen Area

2.82m (maximum) x 3.67m (maximum) (9' 3" x 12' 0") A range of contemporary wall, drawer and base units with preparation surface incorporating a one and half bowl stainless steel sink with chrome swan neck mixer tap. Integrated appliances include fridge, freezer, dishwasher, oven, microwave, hob and extraction hood.

Utility/Storage Area

1m (maximum) x 1.21m (maximum) (3' 3" x 4' 0") Space for washer/dryer and storage.

Double Bedroom

2.78m (maximum) x 3.39m (maximum) (9' 1" x 11' 1")
uPVC double glazed window. Built in double wardrobe with sliding mirrored doors. Fitted drawers.

Shower Room

1.64m (maximum) x 2.55m (maximum) (5' 5" x 8' 4")
Accessible wet room with level, anti slip flooring. Suite comprising of an inset WC, wet room shower, and pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap, heated chrome towel rail. Complimentary contemporary tiling to walls.

Service and Well-being Charges explained

All homeowners living at The Chimes, Cheadle 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. These charges are to provide services such as;

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

The management team takes great pride in providing a very high standard of service including making daily contact with all homeowners, checking on their well-being and liaising with family and professionals if necessary. They consult with residents on all aspects of the operations of the development and ...

Service and Well-being Charges

2026/27 approximate weekly Service and Well-being Charges at Cheadle are;

1 bedroom £199
2 bedroom £214
3 bedroom £231

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.

Communal Facilities Fee

The two most important points to remember about the Communal Facilities Fee (CFF) are, firstly, you pay nothing now and, secondly, it is designed to help maintain the continued high standard of the development and ensure that each apartment, if sold, has the opportunity to achieve best value within the housing market.

The CFF is based on the principle of “enjoy today, pay in the future” and monies are only deducted when you sell your property.

One of the many appeals of an Adlington Retirement Living development is the extensive communal facilities enjoyed by all our homeowners. Our table service restaurant, lounge, guest suite, hairdressing salon and therapy rooms are very popular and provide a focal point for the sense of community and well-being appreciated by our Homeowners and their families. Outdoors our landscaped gardens offer a peaceful space to enjoy the fresh air, relax or chat with friends. These facilities, plus those that support our on-site manag...