Woodlands Road, Stockport, SK4

Apartment 59 is a truly exceptional penthouse residence within The Woodlands, a highly regarded independent retirement living community exclusively for those aged 55 and over. Occupying a prime top-floor position, this impressive two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is the largest home within the development, extending to just under 1,500 square feet and benefiting from a unique, one-of-a-kind layout that is not replicated anywhere else in the community.

Designed to provide spacious, comfortable and low-maintenance living, the apartment offers beautifully proportioned accommodation filled with natural light throughout. The distinctive penthouse layout creates an enviable sense of space and privacy, with generous living areas, well-appointed bedrooms and thoughtfully designed interiors that cater perfectly to modern retirement living.

The Woodlands has been carefully designed to offer homeowners an outstanding lifestyle, combining complete independence with the reassurance of a welcoming and supportive community. At the heart of the development is the elegant homeowners' lounge, providing the perfect setting to meet friends and neighbours, enjoy a coffee or simply relax in comfortable surroundings. Residents can also take advantage of the waiter-service restaurant, offering the opportunity to enjoy freshly prepared meals and social dining without the need to cook at home.

For those wishing to maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle, The Woodlands features a dedicated activity studio hosting a variety of fitness, wellbeing and social activities. A therapy suite and on-site hairdressing salon further enhance the exceptional facilities available, allowing residents to enjoy convenience, relaxation and personal wellbeing all within the comfort of the community.

Independent retirement living at The Woodlands offers the perfect balance between freedom and peace of mind. Homeowners retain complete ownership and independence within their own private apartments while benefiting from a secure environment, beautifully maintained communal areas and a ready-made community of like-minded neighbours. It is a lifestyle designed to remove the burdens of property maintenance and many day-to-day responsibilities, creating more time to enjoy hobbies, social activities, travel, family and friends.

As the largest apartment within the development and the only one of its design, Apartment 59 presents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly unique penthouse home within one of Heaton Mersey's most sought-after retirement communities.

Entrance Hallway

Composite front door. The generous and impressive entrance hallway provides access onto the principle rooms, alongside a utility room and store room.

Living through Dining Room

7.21m x 8.42m (23' 8" x 27' 7")
The expansive and well appointed living through dining room offers two double glazed uPVC patio doors to the terrace and three uPVC double glazed window to dual aspect providing an abundance of natural light. Defined areas provide space to lounge or entertain family and friends whilst the kitchen is accessed via double doors.

Kitchen

3.51m x 2.1m (11' 6" x 6' 11")
The modern fully fitted kitchen comprises of a range of wall, draw and base units with preparation surface incorporating the stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. Integral appliances include a full ring electric hob with extraction hood and integrated electric oven, integrated microwave, slimline dishwasher, and fridge and freezer.

Principle Bedroom

5.7m x 4.28m (18' 8" x 14' 1")
Two uPVC double glazed windows. Walk-in wardrobe. En-suite shower room off.

Ensuite Shower Room

2.45m x 1.89m (8' 0" x 6' 2")
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.

Bedroom two

5.96m x 3m (19' 7" x 9' 10")
uPVC double glazed patio doors lead to the walk-out balcony. Walk-in wardrobe.

Bathroom

2.72m x 1.70m (8' 11" x 5' 7")
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.

Utility Room

2.21m x 1.41m (7' 3" x 4' 8")
Space for both washing machine and tumble dryer. Hot water cylinder. Space for storage.

Store Room

2.72m x 1.31m (8' 11" x 4' 4")
Excellent storage options, which is essential when considering downsizing.

Exterior

The apartment offers an abundance of personal private outside space with a walk out balocny from bedroom two and a generous terrace area from the living room.

The Woodlands offers beautifully maintained communal gardens with plentiful opportuniteis to sit and relax in the ground or meet with other homeowners for leisurely activities.

A communal car park offers homeowner onsite parking.

Onsite Facilities for Homeowners

Elegant table service 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 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 Woodlands Road, Heaton Mersey will contribute to a Service and Well-being Charge. The high level of care, support and services on offer enhance the quality and enjoyment of life and 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

You no longer have to take into consideration the ongoing costs of upkeep and maintenance of your current property, grounds and gardens. As well as owning a modern stylish apartment built to high specification that is well insulated and cost effective to heat.

Service and Well-being Charges

2026 approximate weekly Service and Well-being Charges at The Woodlands are:

1 bedroom – £189
2 bedroom – £205
3 bedroom – £220

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 Explained

The CFF 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.

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 management team such as the office, kitchen, and staff rooms, ensure an independent lifestyle for our homeowners.

The CFF only applies when you sell your apartment so there are no upfront or annual fees to worry about.

Communal Facilities Fee Details

You do not have to pay anything until you choose to sell your apartment (or there is a change of occupier).
The fee is 3% per annum, capped at 6 years (maximum 18%) of the achieved market price (or an agreed market valuation of the property, should you decide to let it out) per year or part year of occupation.

An Administration Fee is payable on resale of the property.