The Bridges Buxton Road, Macclesfield, SK10

Situated on the first floor towards the front of this highly regarded development, Apartment 17 is a beautifully presented two-bedroom retirement apartment offering generous, thoughtfully designed accommodation together with the peace of mind and vibrant lifestyle that make The Bridges such a sought-after place to call home.

The welcoming entrance hall creates an immediate sense of space and practicality, featuring both a useful utility cupboard and a particularly generous walk-in store room. The spacious living and dining room is flooded with natural light and opens onto a private west-facing walk-out balcony, an ideal spot to relax with a book or enjoy the warmth of the afternoon and evening sunshine. The well-appointed kitchen is conveniently positioned just off the living area, while two comfortable double bedrooms provide flexible accommodation for homeowners, visiting family or hobbies. Completing the apartment is a modern shower room with level-access, anti-slip flooring, designed with both comfort and ease of use in mind.

Occupying a first-floor position close to the front of the building, the apartment enjoys particularly convenient access to the excellent communal facilities, making everyday living even more effortless.

The Bridges is far more than simply a collection of apartments. Managed by Adlington Management Services, it is an established independent retirement community exclusively for those aged 60 and over, where homeowners enjoy the perfect balance of independence, companionship and reassurance. With professional staff on site 24 hours a day, seven days a week, residents have the confidence of knowing that support is always available should it ever be required, while continuing to enjoy the privacy, freedom and independence of their own home.

For many homeowners, moving to The Bridges represents a genuine new chapter in life. The responsibilities of maintaining a larger property are replaced by the freedom to spend more time doing the things that matter most, whether that means pursuing hobbies, travelling, entertaining family or simply enjoying a more relaxed pace of life. The reassurance extends beyond the homeowner themselves, providing invaluable peace of mind for family members, who know that loved ones are living within a safe, welcoming environment where assistance is always close at hand if needed.

Life at The Bridges also offers the opportunity to become part of a warm and friendly community. Residents can enjoy freshly prepared meals served daily in the elegant table-service restaurant, meet friends in the welcoming homeowners' lounge, take part in activities within the dedicated activity studio, or simply unwind in the beautifully landscaped gardens. Practical facilities including a hairdressing salon, guest suite for visiting family and friends, and scooter and bicycle storage all contribute to making everyday life comfortable, convenient and enjoyable.

Perhaps one of the greatest benefits of living at The Bridges is the sense of belonging it creates. New friendships flourish, neighbours become companions, and every day presents opportunities to socialise as much, or as little, as you choose. It is a lifestyle that encourages continued independence while surrounding homeowners with a caring community, allowing them to create new experiences, lasting friendships and precious memories for years to come.

The apartment presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all the advantages of independent retirement living within one of Macclesfield's most respected retirement communities, combining comfort, security, convenience and an exceptional quality of life.

Entrance Hallway

Composite entrance door to the hallway. The hallway provides a utility cupboard with space for washing machine and a well sized storage cupboard. Access onto two double bedrooms, the living/dining room and the bathroom.

Living through Dining Room

3.48m x 6.98m (11' 5" x 22' 11") Access onto kitchen. uPVC double patio doors leading onto the westerly facing walk out balcony.

Kitchen

2.4m x 3.16m (7' 10" x 10' 4") 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.

Main Bedroom

2.9m x 4.48m (9' 6" x 14' 8") uPVC double glazed window. Built in double wardrobe.

Bedroom Two

2.98m x 4.48m (9' 9" x 14' 8") uPVC double glazed window.

Shower Room

2m x 2.55m (6' 7" 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 landscape to maintain gardens provide both leisurely exercise and relaxation, you can enjoy the gardens and all its flora without the concerns of having the responsibilities of the upkeep. Parking is provided with homeowner on site parking available.

Onsite Facilities for Homeowners

* Elegant on-site restaurant serving freshly prepared hot meals daily & open to friends and family
* Beautifully appointed lounge with outdoor patio area
* Take up a hobby in our activities studio
* Assisted bathroom and therapy room
* Pamper yourself in our hairdressing salon
* Internal mobility scooter & bicycle store with electric charging facilities
* Fully furnished guest suite with en-suite for when family and friends stay*
* Lifts to all floors
* Private homeowners parking
* Extensive landscaped gardens with raised flower beds for you to enjoy

Service and Well-being benefits

All homeowners living at The Bridges, Macclesfield 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;

Daily restaurant service which enables homeowners to enjoy a delicious three course meal at exceptionally good value
Communal cleaning and maintenance
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

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

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

Two bedroom £196 weekly / £849 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.

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 Fees

The CFF is simply calculated as 2% per annum of the re-sale price of your apartment when it is sold. This fee is payable for each year or part year of occupation and is capped at 10 years.

As well as maintaining high standards for all our homeowners to enjoy daily, the CFF also covers longer term capital works. Specific benefits include:

A 0.25% contribution to a Building Reserve Fund for long term major capital repairs thereby ensuring that the development is always kept up to the same standard as when you purchased your apartment.

An Administration Fee is payable on resale of the property.