Real estate lender and investor Octopus Real Estate has added Manor Farm in Old Malton, North Yorkshire to Octopus Healthcare Fund’s portfolio of more than 100 care homes.

The 80-bed care home, which will offer a mix of residential and dementia care, is currently in development and has been acquired by Octopus Real Estate for £15.5 million via forward funding. Upon completion it will be operated by Sandstone Care Group on a 35-year lease.

Manor Farm is due to open in spring 2025.

James Parkin, co-founder and director of Sandstone Care Group, said: “We are delighted to have completed this transaction, providing further much-needed care facilities to the North of England. Our growing portfolio of care homes provide a range of residential, nursing and dementia care services within modern, vibrant communities. Our focus is always on providing unrivalled person-centred care for our residents in a welcoming environment, and Manor Farm in Old Malton will be no different.”

Chris Wishart, care home origination director at Octopus Real Estate, said: “We can’t wait for development to start on what will be a purpose-built, fully electric fit-for-future care home that typifies the quality of assets we at Octopus seek to invest in across the UK. 

“We welcomed Sandstone Care Group as an operating partner last year and they have demonstrated how they deliver high-quality care, so it’s great to be further strengthening our relationship with them through this acquisition.”