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Our retirement properties

Searching for a retirement apartment or bungalow? Our award-winning retirement properties are exclusive to the over 60s.
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Retirement housing for over 60s 

Our beautiful retirement housing is exclusively available for those aged 60 and over - or 70 and over if you opt for a Retirement Living PLUS development.  

With a portfolio of properties including popular one and two-bedroom apartments and brilliant bungalows, our retirement communities and retirement villages offer a wide selection of homes, so you can find the right one for you. 

Safe and secure, these beautiful retirement properties all share exceptional build quality and design, with thoughtful on-site amenities and services and a friendly community on the doorstep. Troublesome chores, like maintaining exteriors and gardening, are taken care of - and pets are welcome too! 

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Our selection of retirement homes 

All of our retirement properties boast handy home adaptations to assist you as you age - and these carry on throughout our communal spaces, with things like lifts and wide doors to help with accessibility. Whether you choose a retirement apartment or bungalow, your home is designed to meet your needs now and in the future. 

Retirement apartments at a McCarthy Stone development, overlooking a large communal garden.

Retirement apartments

Designed to be a joy to live in, our sought-after one and two-bed retirement apartments are available for sale, rent or Shared Ownership. 

Enjoy your own space with a contemporary fitted kitchen, spacious living room and sleek shower room. Some retirement apartments also offer private balconies or patios. 

A McCarthy Stone retirement bungalow featuring a driveway and front garden.

Retirement bungalows

With a single-story open-play layout, our popular retirement bungalows lend themselves to easy living.

Most of our retirement bungalows include a private garden and parking space. Many include garages. Some are part of a retirement village so you can enjoy extra amenities and a local community too. 

A beautifully bedroom in a McCarthy Stone retirement apartment, featuring a stylish seating area with an armchair and cushions.

Purchasing options to fit your finances

When it comes to finances, ‘one size’ doesn’t fit all. That’s why we offer more than just retirement homes to buy.  

In fact, we provide retirement properties to rent, part buy, part rent or Shared Ownership to make securing your dream home that much simpler. 

Explore our options below or call us today on 0800 201 4811 to find a solution that best fits your finances. 

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Move to a retirement home when the time is right for you 

Whether you’re ready to move right now or would prefer more time to plan, we’ve a retirement home for you. 

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Coming soon developments

Find out what developments are in the pipeline and start planning your future in a brand-new retirement property.
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Off-plan retirement homes

Reserve off-plan and get the pick of our retirement apartments plus other benefits like potentially cheaper prices.
Retirement apartments at a McCarthy Stone development, overlooking a large communal garden.

Last chance to buy

These lovely locations only have a few properties left. So, get moving, these gorgeous new homes won’t hang around for long… 

Find a retirement home in the right community 

Our properties offer two types of independent living - Retirement Living and Retirement Living PLUS - so you can choose the support you need.

 Retirement LivingRetirement Living PLUS
Age restrictions Ages 60 and overAges 70 and over
On-site manager Monday - FridayOn-site 24/7
Door camera entry
24-hour emergency call-out system
Communal areas
Domestic assistance^
Tailored personal care^
On-site restaurant
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^ One hour of domestic assistance per week is included in the service charge. Additional services are provided at extra cost in 15 minute increments as required.
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Find a retirement home near you

Browse our retirement locations across the UK to find your ideal new home. 
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Our service charges

Did you know we don’t make a penny from our service charges?
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