Churchill Living
Baker Lodge
Retirement living in Staplehurst, Kent
Operated by Churchill Living
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About
Baker Lodge is a retirement living development operated by Churchill Living, located on the high street with a bus stop immediately outside serving routes to Maidstone, Hawkhurst, Sandhurst and Cranbrook. Apartments are available to buy and to rent.
The development sits within easy reach of local amenities. A dentist and park with open green space are within 0.2 miles, while Staplehurst shopping centre—which includes a supermarket, café, restaurants, library and pharmacy—is approximately 0.3 miles away.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsLimited
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkLimited
- Tennis CourtAdequate
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsLimited
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingLimited
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysSparse
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Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,063 |
| 2025 | £1,187 |
Local health safety net
Baker Lodge is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Maidstone Hospital, 8.1 miles away. The local GP practice is MARDEN MEDICAL CENTRE, 2.7 miles away, rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Costs at a glance
Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.
The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat
The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for Baker Lodge.
≈ £8,500/year · £163/week
Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.
Community & connection in Staplehurst
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Mccabe Day Centre Group
Provision of lunches and other social activity for older people
Age Concern Cranbrook and District
Seeks to enhance quality of life for the elderly. all funds raised are applied for the benefit of the local community.
Age UK Maidstone, Sevenoaks and Tonbridge
We operate a range of services supporting older within the Borough including Day care facilities, Independent Living Service, Foot care, Bathing, Befriending, Exercise and Socialise sessions,…
Part of Churchill Living
Baker Lodge is one of 120 properties run by Churchill Living on AskBart. See how the group's properties are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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