Welcome Home - David Bailey’s story of moving (back) to Latheram House

Making the move to a community like Latheram House is a huge decision and commitment, something that our team at Pegasus Homes understands cannot be taken lightly. That’s why for someone like David Bailey, it can take some time to be absolutely sure it’s the right fit for them.

David first moved to Latheram House in 2022, and due to the flexibility of renting, was able to do so on what was always originally intended to be a short-term arrangement. However, after moving out as planned in 2023, by August 2024 David realised he wanted to make that short-term arrangement a more permanent one, missing the location, community and friends he had made at Latheram House.

“I’ve always been independent and active, which Latheram House allows me to continue to be, but I don’t want or need the upkeep of a big house or cottage anymore.” David explains, “A one-bedroom home is really all I want to manage, and it’s great to have the immediacy of renting whilst I sell my own property. It was really the ease of renting that attracted me to Latheram House in the first place, and also why I decided to return to the community so soon after originally moving out. I knew I wanted to make a move quickly and knew the Pegasus Homes team would be able to help me with that.”

And it wasn’t just the ease and flexibility of renting a home at Latheram House that drew David in both the first and second time he’s lived here - it was the location, too, which felt something like a homecoming.

“I was drawn back to Cheltenham because I know the town so well. I spent a lot of time in Cheltenham as a youngster and it feels like a full-circle moment when I go out on walks now that I used to do as a teenager here for college. The location so close to town is ideal, Cheltenham has such a wide range of shops, entertainment and restaurants, and I enjoy some of the local community clubs such as Probus and U3A.

“I knew I wanted to settle back here in Cheltenham in retirement and see it as my home now. Having lived in the area on and off for several periods throughout my life, this move now feels permanent.”

Latheram House, like all Pegasus Homes communities, is positioned in the best possible location for residents to access amenities and stay well connected to friends and family. All communities have communal spaces and an on-site team who support residents and arrange events throughout the year - including the weekly Fish and Chip Fridays, one of David’s personal favourites!

The high standards we hold at Pegasus Homes are important to all of our residents - but particularly to David, due to his property and later-living background. Originally trained in general construction, which he studied here in Cheltenham, he then pursued a career in construction engineering. In his early 30’s he had read about demographic trends in the aging population, and decided to start a home for the elderly. For 27 years he ran the business after starting it up on his own, so knowing Latheram House meets and exceeds his expectations, as an expert of the industry, is a testament to the community and its staff.

Located in the heart of the Spa town of Cheltenham, Latheram House is a collection of one,two and three bedroom homes exclusively for those enjoying life over 60. With both rental and purchase options available, speak to the Sales team today to find out how we can support your move, no matter your circumstances.

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