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Set in a thriving market town in Cheshire among the traditional cobbled streets of its town centre is McCarthy Stone's proposed Knutsford Retirement Living development. Retiring here will see you immersed in busy upmarket village life in an area steeped in history and charm.
This proposed development will feature 46 one and two-bed apartments. Each designed to make your life easier that little bit easier. From raised electric sockets and ovens, to non-slip bathroom flooring. Select apartments will also have balconies overlooking the beautiful landscaped gardens. A luxurious communal lounge will also offer a place to relax over a tea or coffee with your fellow homeowners.
As a Retirement Living development, a House Manager will oversee the development day-to-day and will be on hand during office hours should you need anything. In any emergencies there will be a 24-hour call system and security will be covered by a camera entry system which you can view directly from your TV. Accessibility will also be ensured throughout, with lifts to all floors so you won't have any problems getting around.
The proposed development offers excellent access to local amenities. The town centre is just 0.6 miles away, where you'll find a range of independent shops and boutiques, various supermarkets and plenty of restaurants and cafes, as well as a hairdressers, a leisure centre, medical facilities and a post office.
The site also boasts great transport links. The train station is only 0.6 miles from the development, which provides rail links to the surrounding towns and cities. There's also an excellent bus service and both the M6 and M56 motorways are close by.
Development Highlights
- Homeowners' Lounge
- Situated in a bustling Cheshire market town
- Great transport links, both near and far
- Good access to local amenities
- Select apartments include private balcony/patio area
- Car parking available
- Appliances included
- Landscaped gardens with seating area perfect for relaxing
Key Features
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Car parking
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Occupancy options
- Communal area costs inc. electricity, heating and lighting
- Future maintenance fund
- Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
- Ground rent
- Maintenance of building and gardens
- Emergency call system
- Building insurance
- Active social calendar of events and exclusive discounts
- Dedicated on-site team
What's not included?
- Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
- Phone / broadband
- Council Tax
- TV licence / TV service
- Home and contents insurance
What is an Assured Tenancy?
Assured Tenancy means that you agree to rent the property for a minimum term of 12 months, but after that you can leave at any time as long as you give two months written notice. We can’t ask you to leave unless you have broken the terms of the agreement.
I want to rent. What checks do you carry out and what do I need to prepare?
We’ll ask you to complete a Rental Application Pack and an Income and Expenditure form to get the information we need to do standard background checks. You’ll be asked for proof of income, savings and/or pensions, along with copies of your last three months’ bank statements. You’ll be asked to provide identification documentation that complies with the latest Government Right to Rent regulations – our sales consultants will talk you through what you need.
Do I need to pay a reservation deposit?
Yes, you will need to pay a small refundable reservation deposit to reserve the property. You will also have to pay a security deposit equivalent to five weeks rent when you move in.
What do I have to pay before moving in?
Before you can move into your property, you will need to pay the first month’s rent together with your security deposit, minus the reservation deposit you’ve already paid.
The security deposit is equivalent to five weeks rent. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you know the exact amount you need to pay in plenty of time.
McCarthy Stone is part of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme, membership number G10625. Download the Tenancy Deposit Scheme leaflet.
What date are rental payments due?
All rental payments are due on the 1st of each month and must be paid by direct debit. Your rent includes all of the development’s service charges, ground rents and property maintenance.
It’s an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home:
- You may be able to access cash tied up in your existing property (known as ‘equity release’)
- You can choose to buy a bigger percentage of the property in the future – this reduces the rent you pay
- If you want, we can buy your existing property as a part exchange
- You’ll be eligible for our free Smooth Move removal service, plus a contribution to legal and estate agent fees
The rent is set at the point of purchase. Annual rent review on the date specified in your lease will be indexed to movements in the Retail Price Index (RPI) subject to a minimum 0.5%. RPI has been in the range c.1-4% since 2013 and was 3.3% in March 2018. 3.3% is equivalent to an extra £1.98 per week for typical rent of £60 per week.
What is Part buy, part rent?
A flexible, affordable alternative to outright purchase, with all the benefits of ownership. For more information call: 0800 201 4811
How it works
You purchase a minimum 50% share in a brand new McCarthy Stone retirement property and pay rent on the part you don’t own.
Benefits include:
It’s an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home
- You may be able to access cash tied up in your existing property (known as ‘equity release’)
- You can choose to buy a bigger percentage of the property in the future – this reduces the rent you pay
- If you want, we can buy your existing property as a part exchange
- You’ll be eligible for our free Smooth Move removal service, plus a contribution to legal and estate agent fees
Is private shared ownership available at all McCarthy Stone developments?
No. This offer is available at selected McCarthy Stone developments, so make sure you check with the sales team on site.
What % of the property do I have to purchase?
70% is the standard option – there are options to increase this over time, known as staircasing.
What is staircasing and how does it work?
What further costs and fees are involved You can purchase further 10% increments, based on valuation at that point. You can staircase to 100% at which point the property would be wholly owned. You would stop paying rent, but service charges and ground rent continue to be payable to McCarthy Stone.
Each time you staircase you need to plan for additional costs such as valuation fee, legal expenses, SDLT*/LTT** if applicable.
*Stamp Duty Land Tax **Land Transaction Tax (LTT) has replaced SDLT in Wales from April 2018
Do I pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) or Land Transaction Tax (LTT) on a private shared ownership property?
You will need to pay SDLT*/LTT** on a private shared ownership property, but you may have less to pay than if you had purchased outright. You should seek advice from your solicitor to confirm how much SDLT you have to pay.
*Stamp Duty Land Tax **Land Transaction Tax (LTT) has replaced SDLT in Wales from April 2018
How much rent will I have to pay and how will that change over time with rent reviews?
The rent is set at the point of purchase. Annual rent review on the date specified in your lease will be indexed to movements in the Retail Price Index (RPI) subject to a minimum 0.5%. RPI has been in the range c.1-4% since 2013, and was 3.3% in March 2018. 3.3% is equivalent to an extra £1.98 per week for typical rent of £60 per week.
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Living in Knutsford
Knutsford is a bustling town with a great community feel and a lot to offer. On the first Sunday of every month, from 11am to 4pm, the town hosts one of the biggest artisan markets in the UK. Here you can find fine food, drinks, art, jewellery, gifts and crafts that cater for a variety of tastes. The town also holds a two-day Christmas market in December. Here, over 100 different stalls sell food, drinks, crafts and gifts.
A number of other annual events are also held in Knutsford throughout the year. One of the highlights of the town's calendar is its Royal May Day celebration. The first Saturday in May sees a procession through the town and the crowning of the May Queen - a tradition that first began in 1864. The town's local membership club, Knutsford Lions, is actively involved in a wide variety of community activities, and the Lions Street Fair is held annually, where you can enjoy music, fairground rides, competitions and a wide variety of food and drink stalls. And if that's not enough, the town also hosts an annual beer festival!
With Altrincham 9 miles away, central Manchester 19 miles away and Liverpool 32.5 miles away, Knutsford is well placed for day trips near and far. The town is also surrounded by a number of charming small towns and villages, including Hale, Alderly Edge, Pickmere, Mobberley, High Leigh, Great Budworth, Handforth and Wilmslow.
The fabulous Tatton Park is also less than 3 miles from the development. With 50 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, a Tudor Old Hall, a mansion and 1000 acres of deer park and rare breed park, you couldn't ask for a more majestic place to spend a crisp spring day.
And for the golfers among you, there's Knutsford Golf Club. The course offers 9 holes set in beautiful rolling Cheshire countryside, with magnificent mature trees, picturesque lakes and views over Tatton Park's 1000-acre estate. Visitors are more than welcome and the club is always happy to accept new members.
The development is 0.6 miles from a Sainsbury's Local and a Waitrose, as well as various retail shops and eateries.
For leisure activities, The Curzon cinema is 1 mile away and Knutsford Heath is only 0.4 miles away, making it the perfect spot for a stroll.
To travel further afield, you are 1 mile from Knutsford Train Station, which has direct lines to Chester and Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Location
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