With both the sea and the countryside within easy reach, this Retirement Living development is ideally situated for making the most of all that this beautiful area of Dorset has to offer. Located in the Branksome Park Conservation Area, charming woodlands border the rear of the site and the beach is only 1.5 miles away.
The development is made up of a mix of one, two and three bed apartments beautifully designed to suit your needs, featuring spacious living areas, ample storage space and slip-resistant bathrooms. Most apartments above ground floor level have a walk out balcony, and those at ground floor level a private patio area. The apartments are split between two buildings joined by a contemporary glass walkway from where you can admire the beautifully landscaped communal garden. What’s more, a stylish outdoor courtyard area extends from a sumptuous homeowners' lounge at the development’s heart.
The running of the development is overseen by the House Manager, who is available during office hours should you need anything. Plus, in case of emergencies, a 24-hour call system is available. Security systems include a camera entry system at the communal front entrance and to ensure accessibility throughout, there are lifts to all floors.
A variety of local amenities can be found just 300 metres from the site, including a supermarket, several bars and restaurants, a hairdressers, a florist and a bakery. But, for when you’re travelling a little further afield, there is an on-site car park and scooter room which is accessible from within the building. The area is also served by excellent public transport. Nearby bus stops offer services to Poole and Bournemouth, while Branksome train station (just 600 metres away) provides links to stations between Weymouth and London Waterloo.
Development Highlights
- Vibrant community with a range of events and activities taking place on a regular basis
- Beautiful countryside and coastal scenery on the doorstep
- Large, woodland gardens with an active gardening club
- Less than 300m from local amenities
- Excellent public transport links
- Located in the Branksome Park Conservation Area
Key Features
- Landscaped gardens
- By the sea
- Communal lounge
- House Manager
- Guest suite
- Car parking
Retirement Living at McCarthy Stone
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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 01/01/2020
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.

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Join us at one of our events
- 5 Dec to 9 Dec10:30 - 17:00
Festive Open Week
5th DecGreenhaven, 1-5 Lindsay Road, Poole, Dorset, BH13 6FFCome and see our last available apartments at our Festive Open Week!
We're opening up our apartments for you to come and view with a mince pie and a hot drink. If you take a tour, you'll also be treated to a box of chocolates by artisan chocolatier Chococo.
As always, friends and family are more than welcome, so bring them along as well!
By appointment only, book your place today 0800 201 4811.
Living in Poole
Conveniently located between Poole and Bournemouth, Penn Hill has some of Dorset’s most spectacular land- and seascapes on its doorstep.
A peaceful half-hour walk along Branksome Chine or a 5-minute car journey takes you to the coast, where you can enjoy glorious Blue Flag beaches stretching for seven uninterrupted miles from Sandbanks through Bournemouth and beyond. Poole itself is a picturesque historic town with a bustling quayside, brimming with great bars and restaurants. For a fun day out for all the family, Bournemouth is the place to be, being Dorset’s largest resort.
As well as being a water sports hotspot, Poole Harbour is a fantastic place to spot local wildlife and, what’s more, is a gateway to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Stretching across 95 miles of the coastline, the Jurassic Coast is a treasure trove of fossils, dramatic scenery and fascinating museums.
For the golfers among you, Parkstone Golf Club is only a mile away from Greenhaven. This course, ranked in the top 100 in Great Britain and Ireland, is a stunning heathland course interspersed with tranquil lakes and clusters of mature pines. With panoramic views across Poole Harbour, it is truly a beautiful course to play.
The development is in a peaceful spot with great transport links. It is just 0.3 miles to Branksome Train Station, which provides direct services to Birmingham, Liverpool and London.
For golfing enthusiasts, Parkstone Golf Club is 1 mile away and boasts panoramic views across Poole Harbour.
The apartments are right by the coast and only 2 miles from Bournemouth Beach, which stretches for seven glorious, uninterrupted miles.
Getting to Location
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