High-net-worth individuals seek more than just a place to retire; they desire an elevated lifestyle that combines luxury, comfort, and convenience. The finest later living developments offer a blend of opulent residences, luxury amenities, and personalised services that would please the guests at any five-star hotel, alongside support and world-class nursing care.
These exceptional communities are designed to provide a seamless transition into retirement with the highest standard of living.
Discover the epitome of refined senior living with Spear’s later living index which features properties that make giving up the too-big family home and moving into something more suitable something to relish.
What is a later living development?
Luxury later living complexes are usually designed for HNWs and UHNWs over the age of 65 who wish to enjoy high-end living while having an easy access to health and nursing resources.
Those developments can be located in tranquil rural areas away from the hustle and bustle of the city, just as well as in coveted urban areas such as central London or Highgate, for those who prefer to be close to their families.
With amenities often including world-class concierge services, private car arrangements, wellness and wellbeing programmes and exceptionally high levels of privacy and security, these are the top later living developments in the UK.
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Auriens Chelsea
Auriens, a luxury later-living development located just off the King’s Road in Chelsea, opened in 2021 has 56 generously appointed one- and two-bedroom apartments available for over-65s to rent or purchase. Auriens’ five-star facilities include a health club, swimming pool, library, wine room, cinema and restaurant.
On-site healthcare is provided by the highly regarded Draycott Nursing and Care, available 24 hours a day.
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Signature at Highgate
Nestled in a tranquil corner of Bishops Avenue, Signature at Highgate is a premier later living facility that combines luxury living with exceptional care.
As the flagship property of the Signature brand, the facility is designed to blend seamlessly within its prestigious surroundings on ‘Billionaires’ Row.’ It boasts 96 luxury suites and is one of the most expensive care homes to be built in the UK.
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Loveday & Co
Loveday is London’s only senior living members’ club, with beautiful properties in Kensington, Chelsea and Abbey Road. Each residence specialises in looking after members who require residential care or have memory loss conditions; end-of-life care is also available.
Loveday also welcomes day members to use its five-star facilities. This could include eating meals prepared by award-winning chefs, relaxing in an elegant library or cinema room, or simply enjoying a sensory garden.
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Riverstone
Riverstone Kensington is an award-winning residence for over-65s located in one of London’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.
Situated just moments away from Kensington High Street, there are a variety of elegant one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments available to buy or rent. The complex has a range of luxurious amenities, including a spa, cinema room, library, bar and restaurant, as well as 24-hour concierge service. Riverstone works in conjunction with The Good Care Group, and their on-site team are able to provide first-rate healthcare assistance when required.
Read Riverstone’s full profile at Spears500.com
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