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What does McCarthy & Stone do?
McCarthy & Stone is the market leader in building and managing retirement communities. We offer two types of independent living for older people - Retirement Living and Retirement Living Plus - with differing levels of services to support them as they age. And, with options to buy, rent or Older Persons Shared Ownership we have homes for every budget too.
What makes retirement living with McCarthy & Stone so special?
“I wish I’d done it sooner”, is a phrase our homeowners use time and time again to describe their move to a beautiful new retirement property…and the easier lifestyle that comes with it. That lifestyle includes a sociable community and a calendar packed with (optional!) events, clubs and activities, from on-site yoga to pub lunches.
Make your move your way
Whether you want to buy or rent or opt for affordable Shared Ownership, we’ve something to suit your budget and circumstances.
Homes to buy
Our most popular option. We’ll support you every step of your move to a beautiful brand-new home of your own.
Homes to rent
Our retirement rentals are ideal for people who want a quick, flexible, move combined with the peace of mind of an assured tenancy.
Shared Ownership homes
What if you could buy 75% of your next home—with nothing to pay on the rest? Shared Ownership makes home ownership more affordable.
Helping older people live life to the full
All our award-winning homes are designed with the comfort, happiness and safety of our customers in mind. Homeowners enjoy:
What are the benefits for my area?
We specialise in turning neglected brownfield sites into vibrant and attractive housing developments with landscaped gardens and environmental and biodiversity gains.
What are the benefits for homeowners?
Our homeowners say they feel 10 years younger when they move to a property that gives them the freedom to live life to the full.
Retirement living styles
Retirement Living
Easy independent living for people aged 60 and over. You’ll be looked after by a House Manager and enjoy shared amenities and a friendly community on the doorstep.
Retirement Living Plus
Independence combined with flexible assisted living for people aged 70 and over. Benefits include a chef-run bistro and optional Lifestyle Services from laundry to pet-sitting.
Learn more about our services
From finding the right home to moving in and ongoing support McCarthy & Stone makes life easier for people. Find out more about some of our services.
Service with a smile
From friendly House Managers to bespoke personal care, our services and amenities make life safer, more relaxing, more sociable-and more enjoyable-for our homeowners.
We make moving easy
From a hassle-free house sale with part exchange to free moving packages that include packing up and even putting up shelves.
We’re all about community
Everything we do is designed to create happy communities that contribute to their local area, through charity donations, events and more.
Ask about our FREE entitlements advice
We offer customers free advice and help filling in forms - making it more likely applications will succeed.
Could you be entitled to?
- Attendance Allowance
- Pension Credit
- Council Tax Disregard/Discount/Exemption
- Housing Benefit