A new McCarthy Stone Retirement Living development has had planning approved in Cullompton. Located at the Astra Printing Site on Willand Road, the development will contain 20 one-bedroom and 22 two-bedroom properties designed with the over 60s in mind.
This collection of Retirement Living properties in Cullompton, will provide many retirees with the perfect blend. Our community is made up of beautiful and spacious apartments, ideal for some alone time, or explore with unlimited access, the landscaped gardens and communal lounge where you can make new friends and enjoy events. Plus, we’ll also take care of the gardening and exterior maintenance of all the properties, so you can spend more time doing the things you love.
If you relocate to one of our Retirement Living properties in Cullompton, you’ll have peace of mind, knowing that a support network is available whenever you need it. Our Retirement Living properties in Cullompton also feature a 24/7 emergency call system and a House Manager who is available to help you during office hours. A number of security features will help you feel safe, including a door-camera entry system and fire detection systems.
You’ll also never feel like you’re missing out when you relocate to one of our Retirement Living properties in Cullompton. The development’s House Manager will make sure everything runs smoothly and they will also arrange a number of social events. Plus, there will also be a guest suite for when family and friends come to stay and a mobility scooter storage room.
Development Highlights
- This development has planning approved
- 42 one and two bedroom apartments
- Short distance to town and amenities
- Located in the historic market town of Cullompton
- Situated near the tranquil surroundings of Culm Valley
- Beautiful landscaped gardens
Key Features
- Wheelchair access
- Intruder alarm
- Lounge Wi-Fi access
- Lifts to all floors
- Camera entry system
- House Manager
- Fire detection
- 24/7 call system
- 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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“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.”
Living in Cullompton
The historic market town of Cullompton is set within the tranquil surroundings of the Culm Valley. If you’re searching for a relaxing and peaceful place for your retirement years, then Cullompton is a great choice. Plus, you’ll also have the best of both worlds as the lively and vibrant Exeter is close by.
Cullompton is a picturesque town that’s full of footpaths, bridleways and cycle trails, so you can get out and explore. Nearby, you’ll also find the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. If you like to stay active, you can also head to Padbrook Park, which is a golf course and sporting recreational centre. It includes a parkland golf course, a golf school, a health and fitness centre, a fishing lake, a beauty salon and a sports bar.
Alternatively, if you have an interest in history, then you can also head to Bickleigh Castle which has almost 900 years of natural history. There’s also Killerton House, a National Trust property, only six miles away. In addition, there are a number of local landmarks to discover, such as the fine church, the Bull Ring (where the market is held) and The Walronds, which is a beautifully restored manor house.
The farmers’ market in the town is award-winning, selling delicious locally reared goods. In addition, the town hosts a number of pannier markets and expanded street markets. High Street and Fore Street were the town’s commercial heartbeat in Victorian times. Now, they’re alive with a number of local shops, bars and restaurants, including an award-winning butcher.
Our Cullompton development will be located at the Astra Printing Site on Willand Road, just 0.2 miles away from the town centre. Here you’ll find a farmers’ market, a Tesco Superstore and an Aldi supermarket. All of these will be within 0.5 miles of the development.
If you’d like to get out and explore in your retirement, then the good news is that our retirement homes in Cullompton will be close to two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You can reach Culm Valley Sports Centre in exactly 1 mile.
Getting to Location
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