A development of independent living apartments designed for the over-55s, that allows people to buy a part share in their new home, has hit the market.

Abbeyfield Woodlands is located in the popular town of Skipton and provides independent living with personal care, allowing older people to feel at home while providing the security of on-site staff. The development will be completed this summer.

Marketed by Dacre Son & Hartley’s new homes division, the eight apartments are available using a shared ownership agreement. Purchasers can opt for a 75 per cent share for £135,000, 50 per cent for £90,000 or just 25 per cent of the property for £45,000.

New homes director John Shaw says: “Abbeyfield Woodlands provides a really flexible solution to people who want the privacy of their own home and to remain a part of the wider community, but also want the peace of mind that an Abbeyfield development offers.

“There is a popular misconception that retirement homes take away people’s independence, but the reality of developments like this is that they provide an incredibly homely and practical environment in which people can live, mix and contribute to the community.”

The two-bedroom apartments benefit from balconies on the upper floor and include a fully-fitted kitchen and en-suites. They are also designed to be energy-efficient. A well-being area, communal dining facilities, landscaped gardens and an on-site manager are all part of the wider services provided.

Catriona Scanlon from Abbeyfield says: “The Shared Ownership scheme is run by the Homes and Communities Agency and the site is run by an Abbeyfield manager, assisted by a team of staff who ensure that the site and its services run smoothly, the social calendar is busy and that residents have a safe, comfortable environment.

“Abbeyfield’s priority is to provide companionship, care and practical support to older people within the comfort of their own community. Residents enjoy an assisted independent lifestyle, without the worries of running a household or being left alone. We are a charity which understands the experience of getting older and we are confident that people choosing to live at the Skipton development will feel very much at home.”

For more details or to book a tour on the open day on Saturday, March 23, call 01943 885404 or visit dacres.co.uk.