Highclere House
98 Great North Road, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5DB


According to Age UK, every year £2.8 billion in Pension Credit and Housing Benefit goes unclaimed by older people, meaning over a million pensioner households are missing out*.
Our Entitlements Manager, Aleks Clayton can offer you free advice, help you fill in the forms and follow up on progress with an application, so if you're looking to purchase a McCarthy Stone property contact Aleks today.
*Source: Age UK - Benefit take-up and older people, January 2024
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- Retirement Living
Over 60s retirement property for rent in Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Call 0800 201 4811 now or sign up for updates to find out more about these superb new retirement homes in Hatfield, Hertfordshire.
Welcome to Hatfield - a perfect marriage of old and new, from the charming Old Hatfield village with the splendid grounds and grandeur of Hatfield House - to the modern retail Mecca of The Galleria: a shopper's paradise filled with high-street favourites, designer brands, cafes and restaurants. With everything you could want right on your doorstep and London only a short-hop away, Hatfield has fast become a highly popular place to live.
Our luxury two bedroom apartments at our Retirement Living development Highclere House have been beautifully built and designed for you to get the best out of life. With modern design offering bright and airy spaces with a wealth of smart design features and flawless finishing touches. Every apartment is decorated perfectly in a tasteful and contemporary style, and you can expect the very best in high-end integrated appliances, and all the latest security systems as standard.
Easy independent living for the over 60s
All our retirement property for rent in Hatfield is cleverly designed with smart yet stylish features, like easy turn taps, to make life easier now and in the future. Low maintenance, warm and elegant, with the latest security and safety features built in, most of our homeowners enjoy cheaper bills too.
Many of these retirement apartments have either private patios or balconies. All offer access to attractive communal spaces including the fabulous lounge with Wi-Fi and a state-of-the-art audio and video system plus a gorgeous garden area with seating. You’re looked after by the friendly on-site manager and these shared spaces are filled with (entirely optional) events, parties and clubs.
What’s more, you can book the hotel-style guest suite to effortlessly host visitors in style—you can also holiday in our network of guest suites! Parking is available and well-behaved pets are welcome too.
Key development information
Highclere House
Opening hours: By Appointment Only
Rent
- 2 beds from £2,550 pcm
Development highlights
- Walking distance to Hatfield train station, with direct lines to London
- Short walk to the prestigious Hatfield House, with beautiful grounds to enjoy
- Dedicated House Manager
- Independent bakers, fish & chip shop, and florist all just a stone’s throw away
- Gastro pub, The Red Lion located around the corner, serving delicious food, and buzzing with atmosphere
- Residents enjoy regular coffee mornings each Friday
Key Features Key Features for Highclere House
- Wheelchair access
- Lifts to all floors
- Fire detection
- Intruder alarm
- Camera entry system
- 24/7 call system
- House Manager
- Guest suite
- Communal lounge
- Close to amenities
- Pets allowed
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Your local amenities at Highclere House
98 Great North Road, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL9 5DB
- Simmons Bakery
- Bus stop
- Convenience Store
- Fish and Chips
The development is located near plenty of beautiful greenery, with Hatfield Park 0.9 miles away. It has stunning gardens, woodland walks and the grand Hatfield House.
If you want to travel further afield, there are strong transport links. You are just 0.3 miles from Hatfield Train Station, which has direct lines to Cambridge and London King’s Cross.
Getting to Location
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Retirement living in Hertfordshire
With historic buildings, scenic countryside and London just a short journey away, retiring to Hertfordshire really can give you the best of both worlds. At our retirement properties in Hertfordshire, you’ll have a number of popular sights and attractions close to home, including a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. More information about HertfordshireWe're here to help every step of the way
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These properties are available for rent
Our retirement rentals give you a quick, easy and stress-free way to enjoy life in our friendly communities—and service charge is included in the monthly rental price.
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/01/2020
You can rent a retirement home on this development. Renting is an easy, flexible and quick way to enjoy life in a McCarthy Stone community. Did you know? No service charge is payable when you rent.
* To be offset against your initial payment and fully refundable should your tenancy not proceed
An Assured Tenancy on a retirement rental gives you legal protection, meaning that if you abide by the conditions of your tenancy, you can live in the property for as long as you like. If you wish to move at the end of 12 months, then you can serve notice after 10 months to give two months’ notice. The notice period is always two months.
Contact us online or call 0800 201 4811 for more information about our retirement rentals.
If you’d like to move into a McCarthy Stone retirement rental, we’ll ask you to complete a Rental Application Pack and an Income and Expenditure form. These give us 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 also be asked to provide identification documents that comply with the latest Government Right to Rent regulations.
Contact us online or call 0800 201 4811 for more information about moving into our retirement rentals.
Yes. You pay a deposit to secure your rental retirement property which is offset against your first month’s rental payment. A Tenancy Deposit, equivalent to five weeks' rent, will need to be paid when your tenancy begins.
Contact us online or call 0800 201 4811 for more information about deposits.
All payments for our retirement rentals 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 (if applicable) and property maintenance.
Contact us online or call 0800 201 4811 for more information about our retirement rentals.
How much is the service charge?
- Renting? Service Charge paid by the property owner, not by the tenant
Examples show prices available at this development
We don't make a penny from our service charges
Your service charge covers the services and amenities you enjoy at this development for a safe, comfortable, sociable and happy retirement. It includes things like wages for your on-site team, security systems and keeping communal spaces and gardens spick and span—and it’s all provided at cost price.

What is included in the service charge
- 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 from Guest Suite and sundry income
Key features of our retirement properties

Contemporary spaces
With stylish fitted kitchens, bright spacious living rooms and attractive modern bathrooms.

Ergonomic design
Our properties are packed with clever, and subtle, design features to make life easier as we age.

Safety and security
Including 24-hour emergency call out, fire detection, intruder alerts and door camera entry.

Energy efficient
Well-insulated and warm so you can stay cosy whatever the weather and save on bills too.
Frequently asked questions
Find out more with our FAQs. Still got a question? Call our friendly team on 0800 201 4811 or get in touch online.
Service charges cover the day-to-day costs of management and maintenance within our retirement developments, such as the heating and cleaning of communal areas, buildings insurance and redecoration. They are tightly regulated by national legislation and must relate to the management services provided within the development, not to construction or repair costs. Our service charges are ‘pass through’ costs which we do not mark up in any way. They are the costs of running your development.
Our service charge varies from development to development reflecting their different sizes and facilities, but they are calculated in the same way across the country.
Costs in Retirement Living PLUS developments are higher than in Retirement Living developments to reflect the increased staffing costs, the provision of care and lifestyle support packages, and the table-service restaurants/bistros provided on-site.
Call 0800 201 4811 or contact us online to find out more about our service charges.
The majority of McCarthy Stone retirement properties increase in value when resold. The resales team has a unique understanding of retirement living, enabling us to communicate all the benefits clearly, and a waiting list of customers for some retirement developments.
We’re continuing to improve our retirement housing to ensure properties retain their value.
This includes:
- Expanding upon and improving internal space with things like ensuites, walk-in wardrobes, level-access showers, ergonomic design, hidden care, walk out balconies and more.
- Setting up in-house management services teams dedicated to high standards for customers.
- Removing exit fees* and introducing 999-year leases.
Much more than a financial investment
It’s also important to remember that our retirement homes are not simply a financial investment, they are an investment in the quality of life for our customers and their families. Our customers are buying into a lifestyle based around security, comfort, friendship, ease of maintenance, support on hand, community, safety and well-being.
To learn more about our resales service, speak to a member of our resales team on 0345 556 4104 or email [email protected].
*A 1% contribution of the resale price still applies upon resale. This goes into the sinking fund (the contingency fund) for each development, which covers maintenance. There is also a small admin fee to cover the costs of checking that the incoming occupier meets the terms of the deed of conditions. Please contact our Property Transfer team on 01202 508299 for more details.

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Meet the team at Highclere House

Samantha
Our consultants will help you to find your perfect home whatever your budget and can support you in every step of your move.

Elizabeth
Here in office hours to ensure communal areas and gardens are well maintained, services are delivered—and for your peace of mind.
Community news
From homeowner stories to events and fundraising, read the latest news from in and around Highclere House.
What's on at Highclere House

Coffee Morning
At developmentJoin your fellow homeowners in the lounge for an informal chat over coffee and cake.

Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
In local communityThis development has an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty nearby.

Shopping Centre
In local communityThis community is close to big brand and independent shops.

Local Pub
In local communityThere’s a popular pub nearby with a menu packed with British classics.
Meet our happy homeowners

Our House Manager brings a big smile on everybody’s face because she’s so good at organising things for us and keeping us all happy. We had a lovely musical night, we all sat watching a video of Andrew Ray and we had our lovely glasses of wine and nibbles.
Sylvia, McCarthy Stone Homeowner
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Join us and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments in the Homeowners Lounge.
You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Jacob Place home.
Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.
Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.
To book your place call 0800 201 4811 or
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Book online
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You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Norton Place home.
Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.
Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.
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Enjoy one month rent free or a contribution to your removals* on selected properties.
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Free Entitlements Advice
According to Age UK, every year £2.8 billion in Pension Credit and Housing Benefit goes unclaimed by older people, meaning over a million pensioner households are missing out*.
Our Entitlements Manager, Aleks Clayton can offer you free advice, help you fill in the forms and follow up on progress with an application, so if you're looking to purchase a McCarthy Stone property contact Aleks today.
*Source: Age UK - Benefit take-up and older people, January 2024
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