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The tree lined driveway
Centennial Place at dusk
Communal Lounge
Communal Lounge
Living Room
Lounge with bay windows
Kitchen
Master Bedroom
En-Suite Shower Room
Walk in Wardrobe
Set in a thriving market town in Cheshire on the outskirts of the traditional cobbled streets of its town centre is McCarthy Stone's Knutsford Retirement Living development. Retiring here will see you immersed in busy upmarket village life in an area steeped in history and charm.
This development features 46 one and two-bed luxury apartments. Each designed to make your life 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 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
- Situated in the bustling Cheshire market town of Knutsford with good access to local amenities
- Spacious 2 bedroom apartments averaging over 1,000 square foot
- Tree lined driveway with private car parking
- Select apartments include private balcony, patio area or terrace
- Stunning landscaped gardens with seating terraces for evening cocktails and lazy afternoons with friends
- Elegant communal lounge for parties, anniversaries, events and socialising
Key Features
Available to buy now- Landscaped gardens
- Balconies
- Communal lounge
- Lounge Wi-Fi access
- Guest suite
- House Manager
- Car parking
- Camera entry system
- 24/7 call system
- Pets allowed
- Mobility scooter room
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 in yellow and two-bedroom homes are in purple. 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 red are already reserved, sold or rented out, but may be available on our Resales website.
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Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/06/2023
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 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.
About Retirement Living
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Join us at one of our events
- Every Friday12:30 - 16:00
Fizz Fridays
Every FridayNext event: 26th AprCentennial Place, Northwich Road, Knutsford WA16 0AWPop along on a Friday afternoon for a glass of fizz in the homeowners lounge. You will have the opportunity to chat with our homeowners and take a tour of the show apartments.
You're welcome to bring a friend along too.
We look forward to seeing you.
- Every Wednesday10:30 - 14:00
Welcome Wednesday
Every WednesdayNext event: 1st MayCentennial Place, Northwich Road, Knutsford WA16 0AWWelcome Wednesday
OPEN HOUSE COFFEE MORNING
EVERY WEDNESDAY, 10.30am
Discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle in Knutsford.
Join us for coffee and light refreshments in the lounge. You can take a tour of our stunning show apartments and communal areas.
Bring a friend or family member and spend some time with us. - 3 May14:00 - 16:00
Island Truffles and Treats - May 2024
3rd MayCentennial Place, Northwich Road, Knutsford WA16 0AWJoin us for an afternoon of Chocolate, Truffles & Treats on Friday 3rd May, 2pm until 4pm.
You’ll be treated to a delightful afternoon hosted by Andrew Lloyd, chocolatier and entertainer, in the stunning communal lounge at Centenial Place.
Throughout the afternoon you will have the opportunity to take a guided tour of our beautiful show apartments, the stunning communal facilities and meet our friendly community who are the heart of Centennial Place.
Don’t miss out, call 0800 201 4811 to book your place today.
Offers Too Good To Miss
Spotlight Apartment 5
Purchase Price - £450,000#
Property 05 is a beautiful two-bedroom apartment measuring 962.6 square feet, ideally located on the ground floor boasting a North facing private patio.
The spacious living room is decorated in a natural colour which gives a bright and airy feel. The fitted kitchen comes complete with integrated fridge freezer, ceramic hob, extractor fan and waist height oven. We've also included a washer-dryer in a seperate utility cupboard.
The master bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe fitted with hanging space and shelving units along with an en-suite shower room. The large second bedroom could be used as an ideal space for guests or quiet study room, the choice is yours.
The shower room is complete with a low profile shower, a chrome towel radiator and a fitted mirror.
This fantastic apartment comes complete with fitted flooring throughout.
Don’t miss out call 0800 201 4811 to book your exclusive viewing.#Subject to availability.
Move For Free
Reserve a property at this development between 1st January and 26th April 2024 and we'll pay your Stamp Duty and help towards your legal, estate agent and moving fees*.
*Terms and conditions apply
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, no viewings 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.
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
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.
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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.