Homes with you in mind
Find a retirement home near you
Find a retirement home near you
Home adaptations, accessibility and hidden care built in
All McCarthy Stone retirement properties are specifically designed so you can live in style and comfort, while feeling safe, secure and supported. Clever ergonomics, home adaptations for the elderly and hidden care mean that life is that bit easier if you develop things like arthritis, hearing loss or mobility issues.
With our retirement flats you are less likely to have to move if your situation changes. For example, the space is easy to get around if you use a walking aid and is easily adapted to wheelchair users if your mobility needs change further.
Homes designed with you in mind
Here are just some of the ways our properties are thoughtfully designed:
- Slip-resistant flooring in the bathrooms
- Taps that are carefully chosen to look great but are easy to use and helpful for people with arthritis
- Slightly raised ‘comfort height’ toilets for ease of use
- Bathrooms that are easily adaptable to wheelchair users
- Waist-height ovens so there is less need to bend with heavy dishes
- Plug sockets that are just a bit higher to reduce kneeling and bending
- Wide hallways and doors – designed for walking aid users and easily adapted for wheelchair users
- Hearing loops in our Retirement Living PLUS apartments for a more pleasurable television experience for hearing aid users
- Digital personal alarms connected to emergency assistance 24/7
- TV entry cameras so you can see who it is before you answer the door and you can let your visitors in easily
- Integrated fire and security alarms that are monitored 24/7
- Integrated ultra efficient heating, water heating and heat recovery units as well as super insulation to ensure apartments are warm and toasty in winter and cool in summer – while saving you money on energy bills.
- Sky Q connection point in the living room for hassle-free TV*
- Pets are welcome
- Many properties have balconies or private patio
The care and support continues into our community spaces
The communal spaces in our retirement developments are thoughtfully designed with additional services for your peace of mind:
- Shorter staircases – in our newest developments the staircases only have a maximum of 12 steps before a landing – so there’s always a place for a breather!
- All developments have lifts as standard
- Non-tip chairs in the communal lounges
- Different heights and types of chairs in the lounge – so you can find one that is just right for you
- Super-insulation ensures communal spaces are cosy in winter
- Television and free Wi-Fi in the lounge
- Events, clubs and parties that bring the community together
- Fully maintained gardens for you to enjoy – some have garden sheds and space for gardeners to potter
- Solar panels on the roof keep communal energy bills down*
- Mobility scooter room with charging facilities
- On-site parking available* – some sites offer electric charging points
- All exterior/roof maintenance taken care of
- An on-site hotel-style guest suite makes having people to stay a breeze
- An on-site House Manager looks after the development and supports you with any queries and concerns – and also helps to run events and clubs that bring the community together.
A gorgeous home you’ll love to live in
Of course, none of these home adaptations and innovations compromise the stunning contemporary design of your home. As well as being easy to live in and maintain, all apartments meet – or exceed – building standards for quality and safety. Plus, they look fantastic – so you can be proud of where you live.
Retirement Living Plus
Entitlements Advice
“Josh Billinge (Resales Property Consultant) and Callum Bailey (Resales Sales Progressor) were great from start to finish. I really appreciated the way they helped me navigate the final stages of the buying process, particularly in getting everything over the line in time for the moving date we were hoping for. Callum’s guidance, reassurance and chasing people up at the end made a real difference. Both Josh and Callum were friendly and reliable so I’d like to say a big thank you.”
Josh Billinge and Callum Bailey
“I have recently used McCarthy Stone Resales to sell my mother’s apartment. The service I received from Julie Samuels was outstanding. She was a pleasure to deal with and did everything she promised. Julie is a huge asset to the company, thank you again.”
Julie Samuels – Sales Progressor
“We have just sold my mother’s apartment at Coopers Court, Yate. My son and I have been very impressed with our selling experience through McCarthy Stone Resales from the moment the property was put on the market, until it completed. We were kept fully informed throughout the process and we felt that the Resales team were doing all that they could to help us sell the property. A special mention goes to Julie the Sales Progressor, who worked very hard and gave 110% in helping to manage the process through to a successful completion. We would highly recommend McCarthy Stone Resales as selling agents.”
Coopers Court, Yate
“My sales progressor, Julie, kept me informed and responded quickly to my emails, texts and phone calls, and never minded how many times I was in contact. She was helpful, sympathetic and understanding.”
Julie Samuels – Sales Progressor
“My mother-in-law moved into Edward Place in 2021 and loved her apartment, the friendly community, and the activities. When her health declined, the team provided exceptional care and support. We highly recommend Edward Place for its facilities and the kindness of everyone there.”
Edward Place, Surrey
“At Martin Court, Grantham, our House Manager Julie does an incredible job supporting residents and always goes above and beyond her role. She works tirelessly to accommodate everyone’s needs and regularly organises events in her own time. Our recent coffee morning was well attended and full of fun, games and laughter, something we all value more than ever. We truly appreciate everything Julie does for our community.”
Martin Court, Grantham
“Saxon Gardens is a well-run development with staff who go above and beyond. Melanie, the Estate Manager, and her team have created a vibrant community and I am very happy to have moved here from my solitary life previously.”
Saxon Gardens, Oakham
“A shout out to the staff at Violet Place in Bagshot. I use the guest suite facilities for visiting family and friends. They are so helpful and accommodating, the guest suite is fabulous – never fails to impress, and it is spotless.”
Violet Place, Bagshot
“I am extremely happy with the excellent service provided by the McCarthy Stone Resales team throughout the sales process of our apartment at McKinlay Court in Kettering. Although McCarthy Stone Resales are slightly more expensive than the other high street agents, this has proven to be money well-spent and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
McKinlay Court, Kettering
“The team at McCarthy Stone Resales were incredibly friendly and helpful, from our very first enquiry to the completion of our property purchase at River View Court. The service provided throughout was excellent. Thank you for your assistance.”
