10 Financial planning, legal & retirement
13 FEBRUARY 2021 • THE GOOD LIFE DISTRIBUTED WITH THE SATURDAY DAILY MAIL
and bought a two-bed apartment with a balcony. Free from home maintenance, the Courts are relishing the chance to make new friends at the development where they already feel part of the community. T e Landsby’s grand double height entrance is more akin to the lobby of a luxurious hotel. “It’s like living in Claridge’s — all the time!” says Sharron. A library curated by Foyles,
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t was a lonely Christmas for many, as the pandemic scuppered plans to meet family and friends. One way
probably time to fi nd them a better living arrangement.” Apartments start from
to avoid isolation, however, is a retirement development. 2021 could be the year to
embrace a whole new way of living or help a relative make the move, says Lisa Fisher, village manager at Castle View in Windsor. “If your Christmas was marred by worrying about an elderly parent or relative, it’s
£375,000 and communal spaces include a sky lounge and roof deck, restaurant, two bars and lounges. 85-year old Janet Pickin recently moved in, giving daughter Kim peace of mind: “I’m so glad we chose Castle View,” says Kim. “We couldn’t have found a more welcoming village. We’re delighted at how quickly she’s settling in.” Single
people and couples are invited to ‘try before buying’ by spending a week in a one-bed apartment.
castleviewwindsor.co.uk For anyone who doesn’t
want to make a large fi nancial commitment, renting is an option. Girlings Retirement Rentals’ Jamie Turnbull says the social factor is a key benefi t: “As people age, their friendship networks can shrink. A retirement development can be a way to kick start their social life.”
We take a look at three of the best luxury retirement homes. Words: Ginetta Vedrickas Girlings recently unveiled
one- and two-bed apartments at T e Vale in Streatham, south London, for anyone over 55 seeking ‘resort-style retirement living’, with facilities including a garden bistro and bar, hair and beauty salon, library and even a cinema room. Monthly rents start from £1,760.
girlings.co.uk T e Landsby, in Stanmore,
was the choice for Sharron and Leonard Courts, who sold their large family house in St Albans
lounge and bar, plus full-service restaurant with private dining room, which can be booked for dinner parties and celebrations, all adds to the Landsby’s hotel vibe, along with a community events space, beauty salon and rooftop gym. Furthermore, Leonard says, the concierge team treat them like family. “T ey run errands and check up on us regularly to ensure we’re both safe and keeping well. It’s a smile, a friendly face and a welcoming wave that means a lot, particularly when you’re passing days under lockdown.” Social distancing hasn’t
stopped the couple making friends adds Sharron: “We moved here to enjoy a new social life and meet new people. Even though we’re always socially distancing, you can still get to know someone, despite being two metres away.” Apartments start from £480,000.
elysianresidences.com
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