A truly stunning place to retire, located in the lake district, Dutton Lodge contains 54 of the best retirement apartments in Penrith. Penrith has all the ingredients for a charming retirement village with local shops, amenities, a farmers market, and beautiful views of the nearby countryside. Experience the Cumbrian lifestyle with a vibrant local community to socialise with and many tourists who are staying in the village due to its proximity to the Lake District. The Lake District is renowned for its stunning scenery including mountains, forests, and lakes.
Why not come and try the lifestyle for yourself before you buy, allowing you to experience a relaxing lifestyle in the Lake District. Your stay will also enable you to meet the Lodge Manager and Residents to hear first-hand how much they enjoy living at Dutton Lodge as well as giving you the opportunity to discover the local area and the vibrant town of Penrith with its stunning country walks and landscapes.
Due to extremely popular demand, we now have only one apartment remaining at this delightful development! Don't miss out on your last chance to enjoy low-maintenance living in Penrith. Call us today on 01768 216160 to book your appointment to view.
Development highlights
Two balconies on some two bedroom apartments
Communal Lounge with Coffee Bar and WIFI
Lodge Manager
Landscaped gardens
Free parking
24 hour call centre support system
Guest Suite for friends and family
French doors to an outdoor area
Landscaped garden with seating areas
Energy efficient and economical heating
Property details
Development type:
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Age restriction:
60+ (Including partner over 55)
Tenure:
Buy
Completion:
Ready to move into
Home exchange available:
Yes, ask our team
Lift access
Passenger lift to all floors
WE'VE ABOLISHED EXIT FEES - meaning NO unexpected costs!
Don't miss out on our last remaining apartment at Dutton Lodge!
How a new Churchill apartment could help reduce your costs:
We offer some of the lowest service charges in the retirement sector which is why many of our Residents are pleasantly surprised to find that the service charges work out lower than what they were paying, in comparable costs, on their previous home.
This is because the service charge combines a wide range of services and property-related expenses into a combined cost. Residents find they benefit from a more manageable and easier-to-budget lifestyle, without having to worry about unexpected maintenance bills.
We always aim to keep the service charge cost as low as possible, and we provide a full budget breakdown for all our Residents, consulting with them on this every 6 months.
The service charge covers:
The cost of your dedicated Lodge Manager
Security systems
24-hour Careline call monitoring system
External maintenance of the building and grounds
Heating & lighting of communal areas
Provision of furnishings in communal areas
Building insurance
Who is responsible for the management of the Lodge?
All developments are managed byChurchill Estates Management Limited, our own property management company, so you can be confident in the expertise of our team operating under the Churchill Group.
No exit fees, meaning no unexpected costs!
In 2025 we announced that Residents will no longer pay any exit fees when selling or subletting their apartments, making the process far more straightforward and hassle-free. Whilst many retirement housing providers still apply fees, we have set a new standard by abolishing them entirely - helping to provide greater peace of mind and making life simpler both for Residents and their families!
Calculating your savings...
We appreciate everyone's household costs will differ which is why we encourage Customers to complete a 'Savings Calculator' with one of our Sales Executives. This calculator is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of the value in our easy to budget Service Charge.
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Penrith is a historic market town on the northern edge of the Lake District National Park. A good choice of shops, cafés, and tea rooms lies within a short walk of Roper Street, while heritage trails, red sandstone buildings, and open Cumbrian countryside make it a fine place to enjoy retirement.
Beyond the town, the fells and lakes of the Lake District are close at hand, with Ullswater just a short drive away for lakeside walks and steamer trips. The M6 and the west coast railway also make Carlisle, Kendal, and beyond easy to reach.
Local highlights
Penrith's compact centre is built around traditional streets such as Middlegate, Cornmarket, and Market Square. Butchers, bakers, and long-standing independents sit alongside familiar names, and a regular market keeps the town lively, making everyday shopping and a coffee stop an easy, sociable outing.
Close to the station, the red sandstone ruins of Penrith Castle stand in a public park. Once a defence against border raids, the castle is now a peaceful spot for a gentle stroll, a picnic on the lawns, or a quiet moment among centuries of history.
Just outside town, the Rheged Centre is a grass-roofed visitor centre with art exhibitions, independent shops, a cinema, and a café serving local produce. It makes an easy, all-weather outing, with plenty of seating and level access throughout.
A short drive away, Ullswater is one of the Lake District's loveliest lakes. Historic steamers cruise between Pooley Bridge, Howtown, and Glenridding, offering seated sightseeing and gentle lakeside strolls, an easy way to enjoy the scenery without a demanding walk.
What our residents say
Don't just take it from us
“Everything is all sorted out for you here, there’s a lovely Lodge Manager, Starr, she looks after us all and all the people who live here are so friendly. We all get on, we all have different interests and hobbies that we share and there is always something going on at the Lodge. I’m right by everything I need, at first, the idea of not relying on a car felt like a big adjustment, but it didn’t take long for Roy to see the benefits, “I started to feel less confident behind the wheel as I got older, but moving to Cleves Lodge meant I could give up my car and still have easy access to everything I need. I don’t need a car anymore, if I need to go further out, I just use the bus and it takes me exactly where I want to go for my shopping. It’s all very convenient!”
“I was in the process of selling my property and buying another when my daughter and I came upon a Churchill site quite by chance. As soon as I walked in I felt comfortable. I was not pressurised by Gary, the friendly Sales Executive, who was happy to answer all my questions. I saw a selection of apartments with him and found the one for me.”
