Portland House
Carver Drive, Marple, Stockport, Cheshire, SK6 7QG
Carver Drive, Marple, Stockport, Cheshire, SK6 7QG
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Manager's Description
"Portland House is a popular development situated in a quiet cul-de-sac location in a rural area. It consists of 45 Independent Living properties for people aged 55 and over, including one studio apart..." Show more "Portland House is a popular development situated in a quiet cul-de-sac location in a rural area. It consists of 45 Independent Living properties for people aged 55 and over, including one studio apartment, over thirty one-bedroom apartments and multiple two-bedroom apartments. Ten of the apartments are situated in a small block adjacent to the main building.Portland House also has an Extra Care Service in partnership with Stockport Council and a Care Provider. The development benefits from a secure door entry system, staff onsite regularly, and 24 hour access to Astraline's emergency call system, keeping residents safe and secure. There is a lift to all floors, exterior covered charging points for mobility scooters, and a communal car park available for residents on a first come first served basis.
Portland House benefits from well-maintained landscaped gardens with a patio area and seating, communal laundry, a communal lounge where regular social activities are held. There is also a communal kitchen and seated dining area with. There is also a guest bedroom for up to two people including an ensuite bathroom / showering facilities.
Portland House is located just off the main Stockport Road, near to the Memorial Park and is a ten minute walk from the centre of Marple, which has a real village feel and all your local amenites includuing lovely pubs and restaurants, a library, and a cinema. The main bus routes are just a five minutes' walk away and can take you into Manchester, Stockport and New Mills. There is a health centre and local Asda supermarket less than half a mile away.
For those that enjoy the great outdoors, there are a number of walks in the area including at Etherow Country Park and lovely walks along the canalside. There are two train stations at Rose Hill and Marple which can take you into Manchester and the Peak District." Show less
Main Facts
Extra care housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
Care provider: Creative Support
45 flats. Built in 1983. Sizes studio, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Extra Care scheme with Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Laundry, Guest facilities, Garden
New residents accepted from 55 years of age. Cats only generally accepted, but not to be replaced.
Housing Authority: Stockport
Social Care Authority: Stockport
Info updated: 22/07/2015
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Availability
Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a 'Choice Based Lettings' system called Homechoice. See how to register and then bid for properties at: http://www.stockporthomes.org/find-a-home/homes-to-rent/homechoice/Managed by
Living longer, living better
We are a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes across the UK's northern regions. We offer you and your family safe, secure, and quality homes that you'll love to live in for years to come.