We are delighted to announce that construction is underway for a collection of 32 one and two bedroom apartments in Larkfield, a charming village located in the Tonbridge and Malling district of Kent, situated near Maidstone.
The local centre, known as Martin Square, is less than 0.5 miles from the site and is the main hub of the village, with car parking, a convenience food store, NHS health centre, chemists, cafes, hairdressers, library and a range of eateries.
Larkfield has a vibrant and welcoming community with numerous local events and activities throughout the year. These include community fairs, seasonal markets and various social gatherings organised by local groups and organisations.
It’s convenient location, coupled with access to beautiful natural surroundings and a variety of local attractions, makes it an ideal place to live.
The timeline of this development is under review and may affect the launch date. We remain committed to delivering this development and will update you after registration when further details are available.
Register your details with us today and receive updates for this retirement development, coming soon!
Development highlights
Fitted kitchen with built in appliances
Landscaped gardens
Communal Lounge with coffee bar
Energy efficient and economical heating
On-site Lodge Manager
Free parking
Walk-in wardrobe in main bedroom
24 hour call centre support system
Secure camera entry system
Guest Suite for friends and family
Property details
Development type:
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Age restriction:
60+ (Including partner over 55)
Tenure:
Buy or rent
Ground rent:
None
Completion:
Ready to move - Summer 2027
Home exchange available:
Yes, ask our team
Lift access
Passenger lift to all floors
WE'VE ABOLISHED EXIT FEES - meaning NO unexpected costs!
Warranty:
3 years, only housebuilder to offer as standard
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 by Churchill 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.
Larkfield is a Kent village rich in history, with listed buildings including a 12th-century church and old oast houses. Its village centre offers everyday shopping, a health centre, and a choice of eateries, while Maidstone and West Malling are close by, making it a convenient place to enjoy retirement.
Beyond the village, the countryside of the Medway Valley and the Kent Downs is close at hand, with country parks and lakes nearby for gentle walks. Maidstone, West Malling, and fast trains to London give plenty of scope for shopping and days out.
Local highlights
A short distance from the village, Leybourne Lakes Country Park offers peaceful lakes ringed by level, well-surfaced paths. Popular for relaxed circuits, birdwatching, and a quiet sit by the water, it is an easy, uncrowded place to enjoy fresh air without any strenuous walking.
Larkfield's history can still be traced through its listed buildings, including a 12th-century parish church, an old watermill, and two oast houses that once dried the county's hops. A gentle wander among them offers a glimpse of the village's rural past.
Nearby West Malling is a handsome market town with a Georgian high street of independent shops, cafés, and inns. Its abbey grounds, ponds, and quiet streets make it an easy and pleasant place for a stroll and a relaxed lunch.
Larkfield Leisure Centre, in the heart of the village, has a 25-metre pool, gentler leisure water, and low-impact classes such as aqua-aerobics. Accessible changing, lifts, and good parking make it an easy place to keep active and sociable close by.
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 have been very happy since moving to Lewis Carroll Lodge. There are a lot of activities every week and I have made many friends. Fay and I have a great time going to the theatre, out for lunch or sometimes just wandering round the town. I have never had such a busy social life.”
