Enjoy retirement surrounded by some of the country's most beautiful scenery at Dutton Lodge, a welcoming collection of retirement apartments in the historic market town of Penrith, on the edge of the Lake District. Designed for the over 60s, Dutton Lodge offers a comfortable, low-maintenance lifestyle with the freedom to enjoy your retirement, your way.
Life at Dutton Lodge brings together independence and a real sense of community. The welcoming Residents Lounge with coffee bar provides the perfect setting to catch up with neighbours or entertain friends and family, while beautifully landscaped gardens offer peaceful spaces to relax outdoors. With a dedicated Lodge Manager on hand, you can enjoy the reassurance of a friendly face and a welcoming community around you.
Ideally located close to Penrith town centre, Dutton Lodge puts independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and everyday essentials within easy reach. Beyond the town, the breathtaking landscapes of the Lake District and nearby Ullswater offer endless opportunities for days out, while excellent road and rail connections make travelling further afield straightforward.
With just one apartment remaining, this is your final opportunity to join the community at Dutton Lodge. Don't miss out, call us today on 01768 216160 to find out more and arrange your personal appointment.
Development highlights
Town centre location
Communal Lounge with Coffee Bar and WIFI
Close to shops & everyday amenities
24 hour call centre support system
Guest Suite for friends and family
On-site Lodge Manager
Secure camera entry system
Free parking
Low maintenance lifestyle
Pet friendly
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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Nestled on the northern edge of the Lake District National Park, Penrith is a charming Cumbrian market town that combines traditional character, everyday convenience, and some of England's most spectacular countryside.
With its distinctive red sandstone buildings, independent shops and welcoming cafés, Penrith offers an attractive setting for enjoying an active and fulfilling retirement, while the beautiful landscapes of the Lake District are just a short journey away.
Local highlights
Everything you need for day-to-day living is conveniently close to Dutton Lodge. Penrith's bustling town centre is home to a wide selection of independent shops, familiar high-street names, supermarkets, cafés, and restaurants. Traditional shopping streets including Middlegate, Cornmarket, and Market Square offer plenty to explore, while local markets and independent businesses add to the town's friendly character. Whether you're meeting friends for coffee, enjoying lunch out or picking up your everyday essentials, there's plenty to discover close to home.
Penrith is also well connected for exploring the wider region. Penrith North Lakes railway station provides convenient services towards Carlisle, Lancaster and beyond, while easy access to the M6 and A66 makes visiting neighbouring towns, friends, and family straightforward. The nearby Lake District offers everything from peaceful lakeside villages and scenic drives to beautiful gardens, historic attractions, and breathtaking views.
Whether you're enjoying a leisurely morning in Penrith, exploring the shores of Ullswater or discovering the picturesque villages and landscapes of Cumbria, Dutton Lodge provides a wonderful base from which to make the most of retirement living in the Lake District.
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.”
