FAQs

Birtley Mews flats are a perfect place for those who want to enjoy their retirement without worrying about household chores and responsibilities. Our apartments are equipped with nursing care and alarms for immediate attention should you need it, however otherwise our residents here are allowed to do whatever they want with their time – they are free to come and join the activities in the home, or they are more than welcome to just sit back and enjoy the view with some guest company. The Birtley Mews flats act as a retirement complex, so we welcome anybody who wants to relax to enjoy their retirement.

The Birtley Mews flat properties are available to buy for use on a permanent, full-time basis. Therefore, trial stays are not offered in these properties. However, if you want to experience Birtley House, Care and grounds in the adjacent building before you commit, we offer rehab and respite care in our nursing care rooms. Alternatively, you can book a tour to see the grounds and speak to one of our lovely care team to find out more.

We offer a standard floor plan example that you can view on our Mews Accommodation page, which provides an accurate representation of what to expect of our Mews rooms. All of our Birtley Mews flats are spacious and feature a master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, a guest bedroom, an additional bathroom, and an open-plan sitting/dining room with a full kitchen that includes a dishwasher. These flats are furnished with your own belongings, so you’ll feel right at home.

The Birtley Mews flats are arranged with 4 ground level rooms and 4 on the first floor. If you are placed on the first floor you will have access to both a lift and easy-rise staircase. Additionally, you will be able to enjoy the views of the Birtley Estate Gardens on a ‘Juliet’ balcony.

Yes we do! We’ve had many couples over the years who together have benefitted from life in the Mews.

Of course, all we ask is that you inform the Mews Warden of any guests who may be staying overnight.

A personal parking space can be provided free of charge.

Free Wifi is available throughout the Mews.

We have a Sky dish that you are welcome to connect to but you would need to take out your own contract with Sky should you wish for this service.

Included with the Birtley Mews flat monthly support package are daily cooked lunches and evening soups and sandwiches. Our chef and in-house kitchen team will of course tend to any allergies, dietary requirements and requests, however, don’t forget you will also have self-catering facilities at your disposal.

The monthly support package for the Birtley Mews flats includes laundry and ironing, as well as cleaning of the resident’s room twice a week. You will additionally have access to the in-house maintenance team for anything else you may require.

Only Council Tax, assuming that the Resident is already exempt from paying for a TV licence. All other utilities are covered by Birtley Mews.

All the house activities and Chaplain services are on offer to you. They are a great way to enjoy your day, socialise with new friends and many of our Mews Residents join in. You may also book appointments with the Birtley House Hairdresser, Physiotherapist, Massage therapist, Aromatherapist or Chiropodist, should you wish.

Our Birtley Mews flat residents are welcome to join all the house activities we offer. These range from guest speakers to arts and crafts. All of our activities supplement our nursing care to our residents, prioritising their well-being at all times. Click here to see our latest monthly arranged activity plan.

Post is delivered to Birtley House Nursing Home, where it is sorted and delivered to you by the Warden.

We do sometimes allow pets to live with their owners in the Mews (subject to the animal being unlikely to disturb your neighbours), but please be aware that it is the Resident’s responsibility to exercise them if needed.

As Birtley Mews are for ‘independent’ living, we do not supply nursing or personal care here. A resident can receive care in the adjoining Birtley House Nursing Home, subject to availability, or they can arrange for a Home Care company to visit. At night time the Nursing team in Birtley House will respond to the Emergency call bells in the Resident’s flats.

Yes, so long as it is within your designated area and not blocking the view of your neighbours.

The grounds surrounding Birtley House provide a calming environment for the Nursing Home and Birtley Mews flats. The acres of the garden include easy-access paths to allow our less mobile Residents to enjoy much of the gardens, which possess many seats throughout. Our gardens at Birtley House are a feature point of the home which our residents love. So much so, that in the 2022 Caring UK awards, we claimed Winner for Best Outdoor Environment!