The Cottons, Factory Street, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL0

Apartment 55 at The Cottons offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy independent retirement living in a welcoming and beautifully designed community, exclusively for people aged 65 and over. Situated on the second floor, this spacious two-bedroom apartment benefits from a southerly facing walk-out balcony, providing a lovely outdoor space and an attractive outlook.

The Cottons is a purpose-built retirement community comprising just 57 high-quality apartments, created to offer homeowners the freedom to live independently alongside the comfort and reassurance of having support available whenever it is needed. With a dedicated on-site team available 24 hours a day and a secure entry system, homeowners can enjoy complete peace of mind, both now and in the future.

The apartment itself is approached via an entrance hall with useful storage and leads into a generous living-through dining room. With direct access to the balcony, this is a bright and comfortable space in which to relax, entertain friends or simply enjoy the outlook. The separate kitchen is well appointed with a range of integrated appliances, providing everything needed for day-to-day living.

There are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, offering flexibility for guests, hobbies or a home office if required. The principal bedroom is complemented by a contemporary shower room, while a separate guest WC adds further convenience. A dedicated utility cupboard and generous store room provide excellent practical storage, helping to keep the apartment easy to maintain and clutter free.

Life at The Cottons is about much more than the apartment itself. The superb communal facilities provide plenty of opportunities to socialise, make new friends and enjoy an active lifestyle without compromising your privacy or independence. Homeowners can enjoy a table-service restaurant, coffee lounge, activity suite, hairdressing salon and beautifully landscaped gardens, with a programme of activities and opportunities to spend time with neighbours.

Whether you choose to enjoy a meal with friends, meet neighbours for coffee, take part in one of the community activities or simply retreat to the privacy of your own apartment, The Cottons allows you to live life at your own pace.

For those looking towards the future, there is also great reassurance in knowing that a friendly, professional team is available around the clock should assistance ever be required. This combination of independence, security, companionship and support makes The Cottons an ideal choice for those looking to enjoy retirement with greater freedom and peace of mind.

Apartment 55 combines generous accommodation, a southerly facing balcony and excellent storage with all the lifestyle benefits of The Cottons – offering the perfect balance of privacy, comfort and community in the heart of Ramsbottom.

Entrance Hallway

The inviting entrance hall offers access into the living area, two double bedrooms, a shower room, a guest cloakroom, a generous storage room and a utility cupboard.

Living through Dining Room

6.97m x 3.47m (22' 10" x 11' 5") The living/dining room provides uPVC double glazed doors leading to the southerly facing walk-out balcony. Access leads into the kitchen whilst space is provided for a dining table.

Kitchen

3.16m x 2.4m (10' 4" x 7' 10") The modern fully fitted kitchen comprises of a range of wall, drawer 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 oven, integrated microwave, slimline dishwasher, a fridge and freezer.

Main Bedroom

4.55m (maximum) x 2.59m (maximum) (14' 11" x 8' 6") uPVC double glazed window. Built in double wardrobe.

Bedroom Two

4.55m (maximum) x 3.28m (maximum) (14' 11" x 10' 9") uPVC double glazed window.

Shower Room

2.54m x 1.89m (8' 4" 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.

Cloakroom

1.5m x 1.44m (4' 11" x 4' 9") Inset WC and wash basin.

Exterior

The beautifully landscaped and well maintained 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.

Facilities Include

When you move into The Cottons in Ramsbottom, 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 communal facilities on your doorstep. Including:

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

*additional charges apply.

Service and Well-being Charges Benefits

All homeowners living at The Cottons, Ramsbottom 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. 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

Approximate Service and Well-being Charges for 2026/27, at Ramsbottom, are;

1 bedroom – £215 weekly / £932 monthly
2 bedroom – £222 weekly / £962 monthly
3 bedroom – £239 weekly / £1,035 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:

2 bedroom apartments – £1,315.94

The Ground Rent is due annually from 1st January and will be reviewed every year in line with the Retail Price Index.

In addition, to give homeowners maximum flexibility, we have incorporated into our lease the option for you to buy out your Ground Rent at any time by giving the legal landlord written notice and paying a fee of 40 x the Ground Rent at the time of the service of the notice which will take effect from the 1st January the following year. For every year after that for the duration of the lease the rent will be a “peppercorn” (i.e. zero pounds)

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 0.25% of your sale price for each year, or part-year, of occupation 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 buildings roof and car park etc. This means 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 ...