Overview
Overview
Located less than a mile away from the charming and historic city of Ely, Baird Lodge provides apartments and communal facilities for over 55s.
Designed to offer comfort, independence and peace of mind, Baird Lodge has everything you need to enjoy a happy, fulfilling retirement.
If you have any questions or would like to know more about Baird Lodge, please contact us using the enquiry form at the bottom of this page or call 01353 666 967 during office hours.
At Baird Lodge, you'll find:
- One-bedroom apartments with open-plan lounge and kitchen
- On-site communal facilities, including a lounge, restaurant and gardens
- Staff on-site 24 hours a day and assistive technology built in to help you make the most of every day
Who can apply:
- People aged 55 or over, or those with long-term care needs
- Applicants who live locally, or have a family connection to the area
What people say about us
"Thank you for making it such a great year. I love it here"
Discover what residents, families and friends say about life at Baird Lodge by reading:
Living here
See inside Baird Lodge
Accommodation features and facilities
Our building
Baird Lodge has a comfortable communal lounge, restaurant, quiet reading room, guest suite, visiting hairdresser and landscaped garden for residents to enjoy. There are lifts to all floors and level access throughout.
Your apartment
Your new apartment is unfurnished so you can make it your own. It has an open plan lounge and fitted kitchen, one bedroom and a level-access shower room.
Our community
Our weekly social activities and themed events throughout the year offer you a chance to meet new people and join our friendly community. There’s no obligation - you can take part as often as you want.
Safety and security
The daytime reception, 24-hour care staff on site and secure door entry to the building and your apartment help you to feel safe and secure.
Technology
There is Wi-Fi in communal areas. Pull cords are fitted in every apartment, and optional assistive technology is available to complement your lifestyle. This can be purchased at an additional cost.
Renting
Apartments are available to rent for one person or two people. You may be eligible for financial assistance towards your rent from Cambridgeshire County Council. There are no leasehold apartments available.
Restaurant and dining
Our on-site restaurant is open to residents and visitors from 9am-3pm, seven days a week* for breakfast, lunch and snacks.
We can also cater for your guests, if booked in advance, so you can enjoy a meal with your friends and family.
We regularly have special menus to celebrate special occasions throughout the year and our restaurant has a food hygiene rating of 5 from the Food Standards Agency.
*Opening hours and menu availability may be subject to change
What's nearby?
Local amenities
- Ely has a cathedral, river, banks, shops, pubs and supermarkets
- GP surgery and hospital for minor injuries within walking distance
- Food deliveries are available from local supermarkets
Travel & transport
- Ely city centre is only a five-minute drive or bus journey, or a 10-minute mobility scooter ride away
- Cambridge city centre is only 20-minute train journey away, or 45 minutes by car, bus or taxi
- Local buses and taxi services make journeys easy
Care and support
Pricing
You may be eligible for financial support, such as Housing Benefit or Universal Credit, to help cover your rent and part of your service charge.
For guidance, the indicative weekly costs at Baird Lodge are shown below. Charges can be paid weekly or monthly in advance.
Service standards
Making the move
How do I apply?
- Contact us for an application form or contact Cambridgeshire County Council.
- We’ll arrange for you to visit and meet us.
- We’ll help you to complete a housing assessment and affordability form, as you may be eligible for financial assistance towards your rent and part of your service charge.
- While you’re here, we may assess if you would benefit from care and support services, and the on-site care provider may arrange to visit you at home to discuss your needs. For your care to be funded by Cambridgeshire County Council, you must have had your needs assessed and approved by the adult social care team.