Brooklands House, Eccleshall Road, Stafford, ST16

A deluxe ground-floor apartment offering independent retirement living

Discover the perfect balance of independence, comfort and community at Apartment 10, Brooklands House. This one-bedroom deluxe apartment is situated on the ground floor of this established retirement community in Stafford, managed by Adlington Management Services, offering an appealing opportunity to enjoy a more convenient lifestyle without compromising on independence.

The ground-floor position provides the ease and practicality of single-level living, making this an attractive choice for those looking to simplify their day-to-day life. As a deluxe apartment, it offers an opportunity to enjoy comfortable retirement living in a home of its own, with the freedom to create a space that reflects your personal taste and lifestyle. With less time spent worrying about property maintenance, there is more opportunity to enjoy your interests, spend time with family and friends, and make the most of everything the local area has to offer.

Life at Brooklands House is about so much more than owning an apartment. It is a welcoming independent retirement community where homeowners can enjoy companionship, develop friendships and embrace an active and fulfilling lifestyle, while retaining the privacy and freedom of their own home. Whether you prefer to socialise with neighbours, take part in activities or simply enjoy a quieter day at your own pace, the choice is entirely yours.

Homeowners can enjoy a range of communal facilities designed to make everyday life more enjoyable, including a restaurant, homeowners’ lounge and spa suite. These shared spaces provide opportunities to relax, meet friends and enjoy the benefits of community living without having to leave the development. The restaurant offers a convenient alternative to preparing every meal at home, while the communal areas provide welcoming places to spend time with others and build lasting friendships.

There is also reassurance in knowing that a dedicated team is on-site 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This provides peace of mind for homeowners and their families, while supporting a lifestyle centred on independence. The aim is to make it possible to continue living life on your own terms, with the added confidence of knowing that assistance is available should it be required.

Brooklands House is ideally placed for enjoying the attractions and amenities of Stafford. From the award-winning Victoria Park and historic Stafford Castle to the town centre’s shops, cafés and restaurants, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy outings and remain connected with the local community. Stafford also benefits from transport links providing access to surrounding towns and cities.

Apartment 10 represents an opportunity to enjoy the advantages of a deluxe ground-floor home within a friendly and established retirement community. Combining the independence of your own apartment with communal facilities, opportunities for companionship and the reassurance of a dedicated on-site team, Brooklands House offers a lifestyle designed to help homeowners enjoy their retirement with confidence, convenience and freedom.

Entrance Hallway

Composite entrance door. Access onto the living/dining room, double bedroom, shower room and utility/storage room.

Utility/Store Room

1.93m x 2.09m (6' 4" x 6' 10") Space for washing machine and tumble dryer with expansive storage space.

Living through Dining Room

6.87m x 3.44m (22' 6" x 11' 3") The well appointed living/dining room provides space for lounge furniture alongside space for you dining/breakfast table. The dining table is well positioned to adjoin the uPVC double glazed double doors that lead onto the walk on balcony. Electric fireplace. Kitchen off.

Kitchen

2.4m (maximum) x 3.16m (maximum) (7' 10" x 10' 4") The modern kitchen provides a range of wall, drawer and base units with a preparation surface incorporating a stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap. The kitchen incorporates an abundance of integrated appliances including; electric hob and oven, extraction hood, microwave oven, slimline dishwasher, fridge and freezer.

Double Bedroom

The well sized double bedroom provides plentiful natural light with the uPVC double glazed windows. Fitted wardrobe.

Shower Room

1.93m x 2.55m (6' 4" x 8' 4") 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.

Exterior

The beautifully landscaped and maintained gardens provide both leisurely exercise and relaxation, you can enjoy the gardens and flora without the concerns of having responsibility of the upkeep. Parking is provided with home owner on site parking.

Service and Well-being Charge Benefits

All homeowners living at Brooklands House, Stafford contribute to a Service and Well-being Charge. The high level of 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 which enables homeowners to enjoy a delicious freshly prepared meal at exceptionally good value
* Communal cleaning and maintenance
* Grounds and garden 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

Service and Well-being Charges at Brooklands House

2026/2027 approximate Service and Well-being Charges at Stafford are;

£201 weekly / £871 monthly.

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.

Ground Rent

Adlington communities provide extensive communal facilities, such as the lounge, restaurant and commercial kitchen, coffee lounge and hairdressing salon, staff rooms, management offices and the mobility scooter store, as well as landscaped gardens and grounds. It is these facilities along with the 24-hour on-site support which makes your new home likely to be suitable for your whole life, without the need to move to a care home. This is a major benefit to well-being, peace of mind and independence and, if it avoids care home fees, also has considerable financial advantages.

Annual Ground Rent charges 2026:

1 bedroom deluxe – £1,285.24

The Ground Rent is due annually from 1st January and will be reviewed every year in line with the Retail Price Index (with a minimum increase of 1% and a maximum of 4%).

Building Reserve Fund

While the day-to-day maintenance of the buildings and facilities is covered by the Service and Well-being Charge, which is kept as low as possible to leave homeowners with maximum disposable income, major capital costs and refurbishment are not included.

It is important that maintenance is kept to the highest standards for all to enjoy, and to cover any major works, a fee of 0.5% of your sale price for each year, or part-year, of ownership will be levied when you sell on your apartment. A contribution to the Building Reserve Fund is also collected through the Service and Well-being Charge.

The Building Reserve Fund will build up over time so that money is available to pay for capital costs as they occur e.g replacement lifts, restaurant kitchen equipment, the building’s roof and car park etc. This means that the development is always kept up to the same standard as when you purchased your apartment.