A combination of low maintenance, high security and a strong community feel is proving extremely popular with independent retirees at Cavendish Court, Bovis Homes Retirement Living's retirement development in Cambourne. Over 60% of purchasers at the development are single as they are drawn to the sociable and relaxed lifestyle that the development provides. Andrew Apps,

Managing Director of Bovis Homes Retirement Living says, "We pride ourselves on the companionship and friendly atmosphere our developments provide. It is wonderful to see so many new friendships blossom when owners move in. In addition to this, the services that are available have been tailored to give owners the support they need to live an enjoyable independent and social life".

Cavendish Court provides an array of facilities including a waitress service restaurant, which offers three-course meals everyday, ideal for when you don't feel like cooking of you have guests to entertain. There is also a comfortable communal lounge in which to relax and a separate function room which regularly holds tea and coffee mornings, quiz nights, charity fundraising events and weekly games evenings for owners to join in if they desire.

Day trips are also arranged to places such as Anglesea Abbey. Cavendish Court is staffed 24hrs a day and each apartment also benefits from built-in call systems so owners and their families always have the reassurance of knowing that someone is always around, just in case they need them. Owners can also enjoy the benefits of having their shopping, cleaning and laundry service taken care of, if desired.

External maintenance and the upkeep of the landscaped garden is also managed on their behalf so all they have to do is relax and enjoy their retirement. Each apartment is spacious and well thought out and has its own individual gas central heating. There is a bright living room with double patio doors and a separate fully fitted kitchen with modern appliances.

Apartments are light and spacious with large fitted wardrobes in the main bedroom, generous hanging and plenty of storage space throughout the apartment. Cavendish Court provides 48 stylish one and two bedroom apartments, located approximately 9 miles outside of Cambridge city on Sackville Road in Cambourne.

The development is in a prime location close to local shops, a library, a medical centre and a leisure centre. Demand at Cavendish Court has been so high that Bovis Homes have recently started construction on a new 'lifestyle' development opposite the development on Jeavons Lane. Prices at Cavendish Court start from £179,950 for a one-bedroom apartment. For further information telephone 01954 715 564 or visit the Bovis Homes Retirement Living website on www.bovishomes.co.uk