Southdowns Retirement Village
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Living Type |
Retirement Village |
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| Housing Offered |
1 Bed Apartments 2 Bed Apartments Bungalows |
| Support Available | Companionship | Personal Care |
| Purchase from | £175,000 |
Southdowns retirement village is a unique development set in 17.5 acres of the Kent Countryside, whilst retaining the charms of village life in its own community.
Although in the countryside Southdowns is very conveniently situated indeed. We are just 4 miles from Dartford and around 6 miles from the Bluewater shopping centre both of which can be easily reached from the local bus service which stops inside our village.
Our village comprises of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and bungalows spread out in our beautiful grounds. Southdowns offers completely independent living in self contained accommodation.
Southdowns offers independent living and does not provide ongoing care. They are here to provide assistance in an emergency and can also offer advice.
A GP usually holds Surgery on site every week, so that you do not need to go to the trouble of going into the village and waiting around in the main surgery.
Our staff in the Administration Office are always there to assist should you have any queries or problems at any time.
Our staff are dedicated solely to making Southdowns a beautiful and pleasant place to live, relieving you of the many burdens associated with home ownership and leaving you free to enjoy your retirement.
We have a nurse on duty 24/7 in case of emergencies.
| Care & Support | |
|---|---|
| On-Site Assistance | 24 Hour |
| Personal Alarm Monitoring | Yes |
| Companionship | Arranging Social activities, Company at meal times |
| Personal Care | Bathing, Getting dressed, Preparing for bed |
The focal point of Southdowns’ social life is Shaw Hall, conveniently located at the centre of Southdowns. Shaw Hall accommodates the Social Centre with its licensed bar, TV lounge, billiard room, social area. It also houses the grocery shop, launderette and the Southdowns coffee shop. The club atmosphere allows you to relax, join your friends for a drink, take a meal, join in a games evening, watch the match or attend a fitness class. Various activities and events are arranged by our social committee.
| Onsite Lifestyle | |
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| Eating Out | Café |
| Entertainment | Communal Lounge |
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Our facilities are available solely to residents of Southdowns and their guests and you are free to participate in as much or as little as you like. You may wish to stroll through our exclusive grounds or play a spot of croquet. There are also many local walks through the Kent countryside and if you feel slightly more energetic, you can use one of the available allotments to grow your own fresh vegetables or flowers.
| Onsite Wellbeing | |
|---|---|
| Sports & Activities | Bridge, Croquet, Painting |
| The Outdoors | Allotments, Gardens, Grounds, Seated Patio Area |
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Our village comprises of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments and bungalows spread out in our beautiful grounds. Southdowns offers completely independent living in self contained accommodation.
| Types & Options | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 60 |
| Types of Property Available | 1 Bed Apartments, 2 Bed Apartments, Bungalows |
| Ownership Options | Buy |
| Properties | |
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Southdowns Retirement Village
Format
1 Bed Apartments
2 Bed Apartments
Ensuite
No
Purchase from
£175,000
sold via local estate agent who isn't engaging with us! |
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| Please note: All Prices are subject to availability and other charges may apply | |
| Service Charges | |
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| Service Charges | Prices from £183.00 per month |
| What's Included | Building insurance, Building maintenance, Emergency call system, Garden maintenance, Water & Sewerage |
Autumna has invited care providers to evidence the infection control measures they are carrying out, above and beyond those laid out by the government, in order to keep residents, staff and visitors safe.
| Infection Control Initiatives in place | ||
|---|---|---|
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Virus Testing | We are testing for viral infection when symptoms present within our care setting. |
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Southdowns
South Darenth
Dartford
Kent
DA4 9LG
| Transport |
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| Bus Stop nearby, Car Park, Train Station nearby. |
| Places of Worship |
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| Anglican Church. |
| Nearby Services |
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| Church, Local Walks & Bike Rides, Park, Post Office, Pub, Restaurant, Surgery. |
Frequently asked questions about Southdowns Retirement Village
Southdowns Retirement Village offers Companionship and Personal Care services.
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Southdowns Retirement Village does offer Home Care services on site.
These services include Companionship and Personal Care services.
To view the Care & Support available in more detail please click here.
Southdowns Retirement Village does not have a care home on site.
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Southdowns Retirement Village has 1 Bed Apartments, 2 Bed Apartments and Bungalows available.
To view the Properties available in more detail please click here.
Southdowns Retirement Village offers these ownership options: Buy.
To view the Properties available in more detail please click here.
Southdowns Retirement Village does not have staff on site 24/7.
Southdowns Retirement Village is not run by an ARCO Approved Operator.
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Yes, there is a minimum age requirement of 60 at Southdowns Retirement Village.
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Yes, Southdowns Retirement Village has Café facilities.
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Southdowns Retirement Village has Communal Lounge facilities on site.
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Southdowns Retirement Village has these initiatives in place:
- Virus Testing
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