Bridge Street, Otley, LS21

Enjoy the very best of independent retirement living with Apartment 45, a beautifully appointed two-bedroom second floor apartment within the highly regarded Adlington House, an exclusive retirement community for homeowners aged 65 years and over. Combining the comfort and privacy of owning your own home with exceptional communal facilities, a vibrant social atmosphere and the reassurance of 24-hour on-site staffing, this is retirement living designed to help you continue enjoying life to the fullest.

At Adlington House, independence is at the heart of everything. Homeowners are free to live entirely on their own terms, while enjoying the confidence that friendly staff are available around the clock to provide assistance, security and reassurance whenever needed. This level of support offers invaluable peace of mind, not only for those who live here, but also for family members who can take comfort in knowing that help is always close at hand should it ever be required.

One of the greatest attractions of Adlington House is its welcoming community spirit. A varied programme of regular activities, clubs and social events provides countless opportunities to meet like-minded neighbours, make lasting friendships and enjoy an active lifestyle. Whether you choose to participate every day or simply join in from time to time, the choice is entirely yours. Research continues to demonstrate the positive impact that staying socially active can have on wellbeing, helping many people to maintain their confidence, independence and enjoyment of later life.

The development offers an excellent range of beautifully presented communal facilities, all recently enhanced through an impressive programme of refurbishment. Homeowners can enjoy delicious lunches and evening meals in the elegant table-service restaurant, relax with friends in the stylish homeowners' lounge with its welcoming coffee bar, take part in hobbies and classes within the activity studio, enjoy a film in the superb cinema and media room, or make use of the on-site hairdressing salon. Every aspect of the community has been carefully designed to create an enjoyable, sociable and convenient lifestyle.

Apartment 45 itself enjoys an enviable second floor position and offers spacious, thoughtfully planned accommodation throughout. An inviting entrance hall leads into a generous living and dining room, where large glazed doors open onto a delightful south-facing walk-out balcony overlooking the beautifully maintained communal gardens. This peaceful outdoor space provides the perfect setting for morning coffee, relaxing with a book or simply enjoying the sunshine.

The separate fitted kitchen offers excellent storage and workspace, while two well-proportioned double bedrooms provide flexible accommodation for guests, hobbies or a home office if desired. The contemporary wet room has been designed with comfort and practicality in mind, featuring level, anti-slip flooring, while a separate guest WC adds further convenience.

Adlington House occupies an outstanding position just moments from the heart of the ever-popular market town of Otley. Renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, independent character and thriving community, the town offers an excellent selection of traditional shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, public houses, banks and everyday amenities, all within easy reach. The beautiful River Wharfe is also on the doorstep, providing scenic riverside walks and an idyllic setting to enjoy the changing seasons.

Apartment 45 presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a secure, low-maintenance home within one of the area's most sought-after retirement communities. Offering the perfect balance of independence, companionship, outstanding facilities and complete peace of mind, early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate both this superb apartment and the exceptional lifestyle that Adlington House has to offer.

Entrance Hallway

Composite door to communal hallway. Double doors opening onto a Utility Area comprising of space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and shelving/storage space. A further storage area housing the energy efficient hot water cylinder. Living room, two bedrooms, guest cloakroom and bathroom off.

Living through Dining Room

3.44m x 6.95m (11' 3" x 22' 10") uPVC double glazed double doors leading onto the walk on balcony. Electric feature fireplace. Electric storage heater. Kitchen off.

Kitchen

2.4m x 3.16m (7' 10" x 10' 4") uPVC double glazed window with electric open/close function. A range of wall, drawer and base units with roll top preparation surface incorporating a stainless steel one and half bowl sink with chrome mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and a four ring electric hob with stainless steel splashback and extraction hood. Chrome recessed downlights.

Principle Bedroom

2.6m x 4.53m (8' 6" x 14' 10") uPVC double glazed window. Built in wardrobes. Electric radiator. Ensuite wet room off.

Bedroom Two

3.26m x 4.53m (10' 8" x 14' 10") uPVC double glazed window. Electric Radiator.

Shower Room

1.9m x 2.55m (6' 3" x 8' 4") Suite comprising of a level wet room shower, a pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap and inset WC. Anti-slip flooring. Chrome ladder style radiator.

Guest Cloakroom

1.45m x 1.5m (4' 9" x 4' 11") Inset WC and hand wash basin.

Facilities Include

When you move into Adlington House you can set your own timetable and live life however you choose, free from everyday worries and compromises. You’re guaranteed the best of both worlds: a beautiful apartment to call your own and an extensive suite of recently refurbished communal facilities on your doorstep. Including:

Elegant on-site restaurant*
Beautifully appointed lounge with outdoor patio area
Activities studio
Cinema and Media Room
Assisted bathroom and therapy suite
Hairdressing salon*
Internal mobility scooter & bicycle store with electric charging facilities
Fully furnished suite with en-suite for when family and friends stay*
Lifts for easy accessibility
Private homeowners parking
Extensive landscaped gardens for you to enjoy

*additional charges apply.

Service and well-being benefits

All homeowners living at Adlington House, Otley 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

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 it is also well insulated and cost ...

Service and well-being charges

2026/2027 approximate Service and Well-being Charges at Adlington House, Otley are;

1 bedroom – £226 weekly / £979 monthly
2 bedroom – £230 weekly / £997 monthly
3 bedroom – £233 weekly / £1,010 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

Annual Ground Rent charges 2026:

1 bedroom – £1,338.64
2 bedroom – £2,007.95
3 bedroom – £2,677.26

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 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.