Abbeyfield House (IL), Y024 1LL

Discover a new chapter of independent living for older people at Abbeyfield House, located in the beautiful Dringhouses area of York. Our 25 apartments welcomed our first tenants in June 2024 and comprise of 18 one-bedroom apartments and 7 two-bedroom apartments, all self-contained with a large accessible bathroom, offering a comfortable and convenient retirement lifestyle with modern facilities and accessibility in mind.

Our modern home is situated close to local amenities, including shops, restaurants and pubs, post office, gym, cricket club, fish and chip shop and large Tesco with coffee shop are all within close walking distance. Enjoy easy access to the historic city centre of York, with it’s stunning architecture, world-class museums and wonderful cultural scene.

In 2025, Abbeyfield House expanded with the addition of Regency Mews, a £6.44 million extension comprising 25 high-quality, dementia-friendly apartments. This development includes 19 apartments for rent and 6 lease hold, designed with accessibility and sustainability in mind, and informed by dementia-friendly guidelines. The integration of care within this vibrant community setting enhances the living experience for all residents. (housinglin.org.uk)

A welcoming community

Enjoy socialising with friends and fellow residents in our stylish communal areas, including lounges, a dining room, and hobby rooms. Our dedicated team organises a range of activities and events throughout the year, from social gatherings and outings to arts and crafts workshops, film screenings, and fitness classes. Whether you enjoy relaxing with a good book, participating in arts and crafts, or visiting location attractions, there’s something for everyone. Our aim is to create a warm and welcoming home where residents can find companionship, pursue their interests, and live life to the fullest.

Peace of mind and support

Designed with dementia-friendly features, we offer a safe and supportive home for all residents. For added convenience, we have two separate lounges, a dining room, two hobby rooms and two assisted bathrooms. Domiciliary care services are available on-site which is charged separately, and domestic services and meals are available to purchase if required. Housing staff management is on-site 24/7, with a pendant call system in place in case of emergencies for extra peace of mind.

Shared facilities

As we are two buildings on the same site, residents at both homes have access to shared facilities including beautiful private well-maintained gardens around both sites, with a bespoke designed sensory garden to the rear. Our home also offers ample parking and includes electric charging points.

This house is managed by the Abbeyfield York Society.