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Gardens to rear
Front Exterior
Front of Alavana Place
Views across Kendal Cricket Club
View of Kendal Castle
Communal Lounge
Communal Lounge
Open Plan Lounge
Living Room
Master Bedroom
Walk In Wardrobe
Reading Room
Hobbies Room
Guest Suite
Living Room
Kitchen
Master Bedroom
Shower Room
Over 60s retirement property for sale in Kendal, Cumbria
Our stunning retirement properties in Kendal are available for sale or Shared Ownership. Call 0800 201 4811 or request a visit today.
How does a retirement spent exploring the Lake District National Park sound? Our attractive new Retirement Living development in Kendal, exclusive to the over 60s, offering 33 one-bedroom and 22 two-bedroom spacious retirement apartments.
Properties are available to purchase out right plus we have a Shared Ownership scheme, run in partnership with Homes England. If you have a property to sell we can consider Part Exchange or our own Smooth Move scheme to make the move as stress free as possible.
Alavana Place includes limestone sourced from Burlington Quarry in the Lake District, which reflects the architectural style and character of many of Kendal’s other magnificent buildings. There are fabulous views across Kendal cricket ground and the Cumbrian Fells and it is ideally located close to the train station and local amenities are all just a short stroll away.
Kendal retirement community
The retirement development for the over 60s is designed to encourage a community feeling to flourish, while also allowing you to enjoy the complete privacy of your own retirement apartment.
Alavana Place features a lovely, communal garden to relax and socialise in and a chic communal lounge to meet with friends and neighbours. It also offers a large well-appointed hotel-style guest suite for when friends and family come to stay, there's a reading room and hobbies room all with views over across Kendal Cricket grounds.
Safe and secure
Your retirement apartment will be ergonomically designed to ensure it is a joy to live in, while the latest safety and security features are integral. As well as the reassurance of a manager onsite in office hours, you’ll benefit from a 24-hour emergency call system, fire detection and video door entry.
Things to do in Kendal, Cumbria
We all associate Kendal with the great outdoors, but while there are some truly wonderful walks for all abilities to enjoy– and an annual Kendal Walking Festival every May, there are plenty of more relaxing ways to enjoy the town from shopping to museums and history trails. Kendal is packed full of creative and artisanal eateries and micro-producers, making a delightful spot for foodies – and there are plenty of independent pubs and bars too, including the oldest inn in town, Ye Olde Fleece Inn, which often puts on events from pop up cinemas to comedy nights.
Development Highlights
- No Ground Rent to pay
- Elegant one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments
- Wonderful views across Kendal Cricket Club
- A range of amenities close by including cafes, restaurants and shops
- Dedicated House Manager to run the development day-to-day
- Safe and secure with a 24/7 emergency call system and camera entry system
Key Features
Communal lounge
Landscaped gardens
Guest parking
Guest suite
Lifts to all floors
Lounge Wi-Fi access
Hobby Room
Library
Pets allowed
Interactive Site Plan
Our interactive site plan allows you to easily find available retirement properties. Click the tabs to view each floor. You'll see that one-bedroom homes are a pale green and two-bedroom homes are in blue. When you click on a property, you'll find out whether it is available for sale, rent or shared ownership, as well as pricing. Click on 'view property' to find out more. Retirement homes shown in burgundy are already reserved, sold or rented out, but may be available on our resales website.
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Great homes for sale
Alavana Place Apartment 8
Retirement Living- Beds 1
- Floor G
- Size 55.84m2
- Shared Ownership£117,500/£270 pcm50% example share/50% rent
Alavana Place Apartment 23
Retirement Living- Beds 1
- Floor 1
- Size 51.58m2
- Purchase £198,950
Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/06/2023
- Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
- Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
- Maintenance of building and gardens
- Building insurance
- Development staff
- Future maintenance fund
- Professional fees
- Emergency call system
- Income to guest suites and sundry income
What's not included?
- Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
- Home and contents insurance
- Council Tax
- Phone / broadband
- TV licence / TV service
* Reviewed annually
- You can enjoy the McCarthy Stone lifestyle without paying the full purchase price.
- Buying a percentage share of the property allows you to manage your finances to cater for possible future needs.
- If you buy 75% of the value of the property, there is no rent to pay on the outstanding share.
- If you buy 50% of the value of the property, you will pay rent on the outstanding share.
- You could claim up to £500 a year to help with essential repairs in the first 10 years.
With this scheme, you can purchase up to 75% of the value of your property – and if you own 75%, you won’t pay any rent on the outstanding 25% share. It provides a more affordable way to buy one of our retirement properties.
What is Shared Ownership and who are Homes England?
Is Shared Ownership available at all your locations?
Who will own the share of the property I don’t buy?
Do I need financial advice?
Will a financial review be needed?
What will it cost upfront?
You should plan for some one-off costs associated with your purchase, including, but not limited to the following:
• Reservation deposit (which is deducted from your final purchase)
• Solicitors Fees and disbursements
• Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in England.
Your solicitor will be able to tell you if the tax applies and how much it will be
• Estate Agent fees if selling a current property
Can I purchase a parking space?
What does the £500 essential repairs include?
Shared Ownership Explained
Find out how Shared Ownership with McCarthy Stone works.
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- 11 Dec
14:00 - 16:00Christmas Flower Arranging
11th DecAlavana Place, Shap Road, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 6FUCome and celebrate the festive season this December. Join us for a festive flower arranging demonstration at Alavana Place.
A team of experts will be on hand to demonstrate how to arrange seasonal flowers.
Come along and enjoy light refreshments. Friends and family are welcome.
Retirement living in Kendal, Lake District
The market town of Kendal, the third largest town in Cumbria, is on the edge of the UNESCO World Heritage Lake District National Park. It is seen as the Southern gateway to this unique and beautiful landscape which has 16 lakes and over 200 fells.
Kendal is just 8 miles from the area’s largest and most famous lake, Lake Windermere (from Kendal train station the journey takes just 15 minutes) and is an ideal base to explore the whole region, which boasts the likes of Coniston Water, the inspiration for Arthur Ransome’s Swallows and Amazons; Esthwaite Water which inspired Beatrix Potter and Ullswater which is surrounded by the breath-taking Helvellyn mountain range.
If you crave coastline then the Furness peninsula offers scenic beaches and wildlife walks, as well as access to the fascinating, yet tiny, Piel Island, which boasts a historic fort and a living, breathing king!
Getting to Location
If you are using a Sat Nav system you may need the full address of this development. The postcode may be newly created by Royal Mail and may not be accurate for some months.
“The gardens here are the most beautiful I've ever seen, and I get to enjoy them without the worry of having to maintain them myself. It is just such an easy way of life and I would absolutely recommend downsizing to a development such as this.”
The Team at Alavana Place
Great homes for sale
Alavana Place Apartment 8
Retirement Living- Beds 1
- Floor G
- Size 55.84m2
- Shared Ownership£117,500/£270 pcm50% example share/50% rent
Alavana Place Apartment 23
Retirement Living- Beds 1
- Floor 1
- Size 51.58m2
- Purchase £198,950
Related Developments
Offers Too Good To Miss
£10,000 off Apartments 7 & 20
Exclusive Winter offer - reserve apartments 7 or 20 before the end of December and legally complete by 28th February 2025, we'll give you £10,000 discount from the list price.
Apartment 7, a stunning 1 bedroom apartment on the ground floor, measuring 602 square feet and boasting a south east facing Juliet balcony.
Apartment 20, a stunning 2 bedroom apartment measuring 775 square feet. Ideally located on the first floor and boasting a walk out balcony with views of Kendal Cricket Club and the fells.
Book your appointment now to view both apartments and take advantage of this fabulous offer. Call now on 0800 201 4811.
Smooth Move
Nobody expects moving home to be easy, but we’re here to help you every step of the way; from the moment you make a reservation, through to the day you move in. Our Smooth Move service ensures everything goes like clockwork, which includes helping with the cost*.
To find our more please call 0800 201 4811.
Part Exchange for a fast and hassle-free sale
With Part Exchange, we can act as a cash buyer for your home. There’s no estate agent fees and no chains. Just a guaranteed sale at a great price - so you could be enjoying the McCarthy Stone lifestyle sooner.
To find out more please call 0800 201 4811.
Visit us during our National Open Week and receive an M&S Gift Card
Join us at one of our exclusive Open Week events. Take a tour, meet the community and enjoy refreshments while you learn more about the McCarthy Stone lifestyle. As a special welcome, first-time visitors will also receive a free £20 M&S gift card.
*Terms and conditions apply.
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Flower Arranging
Green-fingered Kendal retirees connect with nature in spring flower arranging masterclass
Kendal Cricket Club Sponsorship
Alavana Place Kendal Sponsorship Cricket
Useful Links
- Retirement Living or Retirement Living PLUS? Which development type is right for you?
- Cut the cost of living: Moving into our retirement properties can save you significant sums.
- Enjoy a stress free move: Our services include Part Exchange, free removals and decluttering.
- Should you buy, rent or part buy, part rent? Find a flexible option to suit your circumstances.
- Discover thoughtful services: From friendly managers to buzzing bistros and homeowner perks.
Please note that images are for illustrative purposes only. Images may include upgrades and optional extras which may be available for you to purchase at an additional cost. Please click here for further explanations. Floor plans and pricing are accurate at time of publication. Floor plans are for guidance purposes only and are subject to change. Prices may fluctuate depending on market conditions and availability.