Chesterton Court, Railway Road, Ilkley, LS29 8UW
Listed 6 May 2026 · price reduced 25 Aug 2026 · Ilkley
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Key features
- Two bedroom apartment with walk out balcony
- Great views to the Cow n Calf
- Estate Manager + 24 hour staffing
- Service charge includes 1 hour of domestic assistance a week
- On-site Bistro restaurant
- Centrally placed to the railway station, Hospital and town centre
- Flexible care packages are available
- Communal Lounge where social events take place
- Part exchange scheme available
- Call McCarthy Stone Resales
About this home
This beautiful and spacious two bedroom property with a large walk out balcony offering views toward the Cow n Calf. On the SECOND FLOOR of this exclusive OVER 70'S MCCARTHY STONE RETIREMENT LIVING DEVELOPMENT, centrally located to ILKLEY RAILWAY STATION, HOSPITAL and TOWN CENTRE, with bus stops directly outside the development. ONE CAR PARKING SPACE INCLUDED -
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Summary - Exclusively for the over 70s, Chesterton Court offers easy retirement living with staff on-site 24 hours a day, domestic and support services available when needed, and a bistro-style restaurant serving daily lunches.
Service charges cover external maintenance, gardening, window cleaning, buildings insurance, water rates, security, and energy costs for the laundry, homeowners’ lounge and communal areas.
Widely regarded as one of the best apartment in the development due to its size and aspect, this spacious home features generous bedrooms, a large living area with private balcony, and high-quality kitchen and shower rooms, all designed for comfort, security and independent living.
Local Area - Chesterton Court is ideally located in the sought-after spa town of Ilkley, offering the best of both worlds with a historic town centre and easy access to the Yorkshire Dales.
Set on the south bank of the River Wharfe, Ilkley is known for its Victorian character, local boutiques, galleries and museums, making it an excellent place to enjoy an active and peaceful retirement.
The development is also conveniently positioned around 350 yards from Ilkley Railway Station, within a third of a mile of Tesco Superstore and the town centre, within a quarter of a mile of Ilkley Moor Medical Practice and Coronation Hospital, with bus stops directly outside.
Entrance Hallway - Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to the Cloaks/WC, and also a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom and emergency pull cord located in the hall. Doors lead to the lounge, bedrooms and bathroom.
Cloaks/Wc - Low level WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror, chrome heated towel rail.
Lounge - A spacious lounge with the benefit of French doors leading onto a large balcony overlooking gardens toward the Cow n Calf. There is ample space for dining. TV and telephone points, two ceiling lights, fitted carpets and raised electric power sockets. Partially glazed door leads onto the kitchen.
Kitchen - Stylish fitted kitchen with a range of modern cream gloss low and eye level units and drawers with a roll top work surface. Stainless steel sink with mono lever tap, drainer and splashback. UPVC double glazed window. Built-in oven, ceramic hob with extractor hood and fitted integrated fridge, freezer and under pelmet lighting.
Bedroom One - Double bedroom with window enjoying views. Ceiling light, TV phone point, fitted carpets and raised electric power sockets. Door leading to a walk-in wardrobe housing shelving and hanging rails.
Bedroom Two - Generous second bedroom which can be used for dining or a study with the window again enjoying views. Ceiling light, fitted carpets and raised electric power sockets.
Wet Room - Fully tiled and fitted with modern suite comprising of a walk-in shower, low level WC, vanity unit with sink and mirror above, heater and emergency pull cord for assistance. Chrome heated towel rail.
Car Parking - A much sought after car parking space is included in the sale of the property.
Service Charge (Breakdown) - • Cleaning of communal windows • Water rates for communal areas and apartments • Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas • 24-hour emergency call system • Upkeep of gardens and grounds • Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas • Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas • Buildings insurance
The annual service charge is £13,481.64 for the financial year ending 30/06/2027.
The service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV. Find out more about service charges please contact your Property Consultant or House Manager.
Leasehold Information - Lease: 999 years from 2017 Ground rent: £525 per annum Ground rent review: Jun 2032 Managed by: Your Life Management Services It is a condition of the purchase that the resident is of the age of 70 or over.
Property details
- Property type
- Apartment
- Council tax band
- D
- Tenure
- Leasehold
- Lease remaining
- 994 years left
- Ground rent
- £510 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
- Service charge
- £13,481.64 per year
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Ilkley Station0.2 mi
- Ben Rhydding Station0.8 mi
- Burley-in-Wharfedale Station2.8 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in LS29 over the last 12 months: terraced £336k · detached £720k · semi-detached £410k · flat £220k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 21 May 2026 | £245,000 |
| 56 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 8 May 2026 | £378,000 |
| 23 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 30 Jan 2026 | £185,000 |
| 17 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 15 Dec 2025 | £350,803 |
| 3 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 30 Oct 2025 | £225,000 |
| 29 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 16 Sept 2025 | £160,000 |
| 1 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 21 Jul 2025 | £415,000 |
| 47 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 25 Jun 2025 | £147,500 |
| 52 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 22 May 2025 | £375,000 |
| 4 Chesterton Court, Railway Road Ilkley LS29 8UW | Flat Leasehold | 31 Oct 2024 | £210,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in LS29
Buying costs
Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.
Listed by McCarthy & Stone Resales, Bournemouth on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 6 May 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 25/08/2026.
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