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Mote House is situated a short drive from Maidstone, a town that can be traced back through written history to the 10th century. The Domesday Book of 1086 refers to it as the manor of Meddestane, which comprised arable land, meadow, woodland and a church; five mills and two eel fisheries.
Today, Maidstone is the county town of Kent. It has a rich heritage yet is also a popular destination for entertainment and shopping. In fact, the town currently has over one million square feet of retail floor space along with a multiplex cinema and many restaurants.
The best-known local landmark is Leeds Castle, which is just a few miles from Mote House. It's surrounded by 500 acres of picturesque parkland and gardens, making it a favourite destination for a day trip. In the town itself you'll find the perfect mix of leisure and culture, with galleries and museums battling for attention alongside outdoor activities. Take a walk along the Maidstone Millennium River Park, with over six miles of easily accessible paths running along the banks of the River Medway. Or simply open your front door to enjoy the wildlife and gardens of Mote Park!
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What's on at Mote House?
Jubilee Afternoon Tea Event
Friday 1 June 2012
Please join us for our pre-jubilee celebration – register your interest by e-mailing nimishac@audleyretirement.co.uk or call 01622 297 192. Further details to follow shortly
Heritage Open Days
Thursday 6 September – Sunday 9 September 2012
Come and join us for a behind the scenes tour of Grade II listed Mote House set within 11 acres of grounds and surrounded by 450 acres of parkland. Please register your interest by e-mailing nimishac@audleyretirement.co.uk or call 01622 297 192
Remembrance Service
Sunday 11 November 2012
To be held in Mote House – further details to follow
Christmas Craft Fair
Friday 16 November 2012
If you are interested in taking a stand please contact Nimisha Cross, Community Relations Manager on 01622 297 192 or e-mail nimishac@audleyretirement.co.uk
______________________________________________________________________________________________Mote House Show Apartment Unveiled: Exclusive Easter Preview
26th March 2012
Audley is holding exclusive open days at Mote House Retirement Village over the Easter period. You are invited to visit the village between 10am and 5pm on the following dates:
Thursday 5th April – Saturday 7th April
Thursday 12th April – Saturday 14th April
The Village is located on the outskirts of Bearsted and is accessed via Willington Street.
The open days will the first time that the House has been opened to the Public since 1797. During your visit, Audley will provide a preview of the stunning two bedroom Show Apartment in Mote House which contains many period features, including original fireplaces and floor to ceiling windows with shutters and ornate cornices.
Appointments are being taken now so please call Sue or Richard for further information on 01622 737279 or email motesales@audleyretirement.co.uk.
Come and visit one of Kent’s best kept secrets!
______________________________________________________________________________________________Overwhelming Response For Kent Big Weekend Tickets!
15 March 2012
Excitement has been growing as tickets have been allocated to a lucky 40 people out of over 300 applicants who have won their place on a historical tour of the grounds and outbuildings surrounding Mote House.
This Georgian Grade II listed building which is the jewel in the crown of Mote Park will officially open in July 2012 to form the social hub of Audley’s retirement village with its wide range of facilities such as a restaurant, swimming pool and library.
Retirement specialists Audley have been working hard to preserve this impressive building, as well as the surrounding outbuildings and Walled Garden all of which are Grade II listed and come under the protection of English Heritage.
During the Big Weekend, which is being held on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 March 2012, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy a guided behind the scenes tour of the outbuildings and grounds and then treated to afternoon tea in the Audley Clubhouse.
This special preview is the start of a programme of events leading up to the grand opening of Mote House in Summer 2012.
______________________________________________________________________________________________Audley Mote House Helps Raise £5,500 for the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal
21 November 2011
Volunteers from Mote House Retirement Village raised £5,500 for the Poppy Appeal by helping to man a stall in The Mall Shopping Centre, Maidstone in the week building up to Remembrance Sunday. Donations from generous shoppers, volunteers and staff members were nearly double those of last year.
Chris Lally, General Manager at Audley Mote House, said: "Remembrance Day is important to our staff and residents and I'm delighted that this year we significantly increased the amount raised for the Poppy Appeal. Funds raised will go directly to supporting members of the Armed Forces, as well as ex-Service people and their dependants."
He continued: "By Summer 2012, the refurbishment work at Mote House will be complete which means that we will be able to host a number of events, including a Remembrance Service which we hope will become an annual community tradition."
______________________________________________________________________________________________All Aboard for Audley Cruise Event, 14th October
03 October 2011
Audley Mote House is hosting expert speakers including local husband and wife team of cruise consultants, Go Cruise and renowned luxury cruise company Voyages to Antiquity, offering insider tips on getting the most out a cruise holiday.
The free event will be taking place on Friday 14th October with presentations available to book at 10.30am and 2.30pm. Places are strictly limited and must be booked in advance.
Those who choose to book a cruise on the day can take advantage of special benefits from on board credit to discounted car parking. Light refreshments will be served and visitors will also have the opportunity to look round the village at Audley Mote House and its beautifully landscaped gardens.
To reserve a place on either session or for more information, please call Sue or Richard on
01622 297 192 or email: motesales@audleyretirement.co.uk
Charity coffee morning at Audley Mote House, 30th September
15 September 2011
As part of Macmillan's World's Biggest Coffee Morning on Friday 30th September, Audley Mote House will be holding its own event in support of the charity.
Homemade cake and quality second hand books will be on sale at the coffee morning which is open to all from 10.30am-12.30pm.
Please call Nimisha Cross for further information on 01622 297 192 or email motesales@audleyretirement.co.uk
______________________________________________________________________________________________Free Advice on Downsizing
31 August 2011
Audley Mote House is hosting a free seminar entitled 'How to sell your property' on Friday 9th September.
The retirement village in Bearsted will be running two sessions at 10.30am and 2pm with advice from property experts from Bridgefast Property Services and PXS. The seminars will explain how to make property selling easier, with information on services which can manage the process for you.
Chris Lally, General Manager at Audley Mote House said: "Choosing to buy a property in a retirement development will not only give people the freedom of independent living, but enable them to fund a better lifestyle and enjoy the benefits of a continuing property investment. We hope the seminars will offer useful advice and information to highlight the benefits of downsizing as well as options available to make the process easier.
"Audley has teamed up with some of the best people in the industry to offer a part exchange scheme and an all-inclusive property marketing and sales service, which aims to relieve stress and enable you to start living the retirement lifestyle you deserve."
Adrian Jones, Business Development Manager at PXS said: "Selling your home can often be a long, expensive and uncertain process. We specialise in part exchange and chain break solutions tailored to individual requirements that enable you to sell your home quickly and with certainty. We aim to take the stress out of selling your home and hope the seminars illustrate how part exchange means you can stop putting your life on hold any longer."
For more information on the seminars and to book your place, please call 01622 297 192.
______________________________________________________________________________________________Maidstone's Finest Furnishes Mote House Show Home
08 August 2011
Audley Mote House has unveiled a sophisticated new show home furnished by Maidstone's oldest furniture retailer, Clarkes Furnishers.
Located within the Gatehouse Lodge collection, amid beautifully landscaped gardens, the specially designed home offers a taste of retirement living at its best.
Decorated in a contemporary yet classic style by Ashford-based interior design company, Colleen Dunn Associates, the new show home has been complemented by sumptuous furniture from Clarkes to create a stylish yet comfortable living space.
Now open to the public, the Gatehouse Lodge development which consists of a three bedroom detached lodge house and two bedroom apartments is just a short stroll from Mote House, the Georgian Grade II listed mansion.
Andy Symonds, Sales Manager at Clarkes Furnishers said: "We are really impressed by the development at Audley Mote House and so were delighted to be asked to furnish the new show home. Our aim was to enhance the beautiful space created by the design team with carefully selected pieces of furniture to create a sophisticated yet practical living space."
Chris Lally, Mote House general manager said: "The Audley concept is unique and we pride ourselves on providing beautiful homes which offer the best home comforts. The new show home showcases the space, style and build-quality on offer at Audley Mote House, allowing people who visit to picture living in one of our properties."
To view the range of furniture on offer at Clarkes Furnishers please
visit www.clarkesfurnishers.co.uk
Exclusive Open Days to View the Gatehouse Lodge Collection - 12th - 13th August
02 August 2011
Audley Mote House is holding exclusive open days on Friday 12th and Saturday 13th August between 10am and 5pm.
The weekend is designed to showcase the Gatehouse Lodge collection, which consists of a three bedroom detached lodge house and two bedroom apartments surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens within a short stroll of Mote House, the Georgian Grade II listed mansion.
Please call Sue or Richard for further information on 01622 297 192 or email motesales@audleyretirement.co.uk
______________________________________________________________________________________________Exclusive Open Days at Audley Mote House - 29th - 30th July
19 July 2011
Audley Mote House is holding exclusive open days on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th July between 10am and 5pm.
The the two days are designed to showcase the Walled Garden collection, which consists of two bedroom houses surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens within a short stroll of Mote House, the Georgian Grade II listed mansion.
Please call Sue or Richard for further information on 01622 297 192 or email: motesales@audleyretirement.co.uk
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Useful local links
Estate Agents
Local Golf Club
Maidstone Borough Council
Local Attractions
www.hazlittartscentre.co.uk
www.thefriars.org.uk
www.museum.maidstone.gov.uk
www.museum-kentlife.co.uk
www.leeds-castle.com
Media Websites
www.digitalmaidstone.co.uk
www.kentonline.co.uk
www.kentonsunday.co.uk
www.kent-life.co.uk
