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PHASE TWO NOW SELLING.
After the popular demand of phase one, we're delighted to have released the second phase of stunning one and two bedroom apartments for sale at Jacob Place, exclusively for the over 60s.
Book a visit to take a tour of our beautiful development, where our friendly sales consultants Deborah will be on hand to answer any questions, you may have. This will also be your opportunity to review property plans, prices and secure your perfect new home.
We are experiencing high demand for appointments so call 0800 201 4811 to book your appointment now.
Located on Leverett Road, Saffron Walden, Essex, this superb Retirement Living PLUS development offers 56 beautiful one and two bedroom retirement apartments for over 60s. These lovely retirement properties for sale in Saffron Walden share attractive communal facilities and a convenient location on the outskirts of this historic market town. Often voted one of the top places to live in the country, this characterful town is full of medieval buildings and has a fascinating history. Surrounded by gorgeous rolling countryside, it also offers excellent transport links to Cambridge and London.
Discover Retirement Living with a big PLUS
In these delightfully hassle-free and high-spec Retirement Living PLUS apartments, we’ll help you take care of the little things – as well as the bigger chores - so you can focus on doing what you love. You’d find all the benefits of a Retirement Living development but with thoughtful extra services that are there for you now, and in the future. This includes a friendly Manager onsite at all times and a chef run bistro, for when you don’t feel like cooking – or just fancy a barista-style coffee with a friend. An hour’s domestic support each week is included – more if you want it, plus the option of tailored personal care on tap should you need it. Pets are welcome too!
Low maintenance and sociable
This Retirement Living PLUS development in Saffron Walden is designed to encourage community feeling to flourish, while also allowing you to enjoy the complete privacy of your own spacious retirement apartment. You’ll find stylish communal spaces, including a luxurious lounge with free Wi-Fi, and a large, landscaped garden - ideal for meeting your friends, neighbours and family for a drink and a chat. There will also be a hotel-style guest suite as a convenient alternative when people come to stay. The communal facilities are designed to become social hubs – a hive of informal gatherings and regular clubs, events and meet-ups to suit all sorts of interests. You’ll find things like film nights, pie and mash lunches, knitting clubs, cocktail evenings, music, yoga, birthday parties and even the odd fiesta.
Safe and secure
All our new retirement apartments are designed with intelligent ergonomics and Modern Methods of Construction to ensure they are a joy to live in. As well as being well-insulated, warm and energy-efficient, they have the latest safety and security features built in. You’ll benefit from a 24-hour emergency call system, fire detection and door camera entry, so you can see who it is before answering the door - as well as the reassurance of a manager onsite at all times.
Development Highlights
- Conveniently located in sought-after Saffron Walden and close to rolling green countryside
- Beautifully landscaped gardens adorned with stunning flowers, allowing you to nurture your passion for gardening
- Tailored domestic support and personal care available should you need it
- Staff on-call 24/7 and dedicated Estates Manager to handle day-to-day running of the community
- Onsite chef-run bistro with ever changing, delicious seasonal menus served daily
- Stylish communal lounge to enjoy evening cocktails, everyday socialising or lazy afternoons with friends
- Chic Wellness Suite for onsite pampering
- Hotel-style Guest Suite for loved ones to stay, making hosting a breeze
- Gorgeous low maintenance and energy-efficient one and two bed retirement properties
- Spacious balconies and patios available on selected properties
What is Retirement Living PLUS?
Exclusive to the over 60s, you’ll enjoy your own private apartment with thoughtful assisted living services on the doorstep, including a subsidised restaurant and optional personal care packages.
Key Features
Landscaped gardens
Pets allowed
Bistro
Estates Manager
Guest suite
Guest parking
Wheelchair access
Lifts to all floors
Lounge Wi-Fi access
Wellness suite
Communal lounge
Care and lifestyle services
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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 a pale green and two-bedroom homes are in blue. 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 burgundy are already reserved, sold or rented out, but may be available on our resales website.
Great homes for sale
Jacob Place Apartment 29
Retirement Living PLUS- Beds 1
- Floor 1
- Size 50.00m2
- Purchase £315,000
Jacob Place Apartment 49
Retirement Living PLUS- Beds 2
- Floor 2
- Size 85.00m2
- Purchase £450,000
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Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/06/2024
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Free Entitlement Advice
Did you know...
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
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 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.
We're much happier. Well I am, yes! I mean I did have some doubts, what am I going to do, you know, stuck in a two-bedroom apartment all day long with nothing to do. Now I am working out when am I going to get a break!
Things to do in Saffron Walden
Saffron Walden is named after the spice - the most expensive in the world. Although associated with warmer climes, saffron started to be grown and traded in the town in the 14th century. This rich history is celebrated on Saffron Day which happens annually on the 16th October. While the saffron trade has declined, Saffron Walden is still a thriving market town which, as well as boasting a large range of shops, amenities and eateries, holds a market twice a week. These sell everything from fresh produce to vintage jewellery. The market makes a pleasant place to while away an hour or two – you might even bump into local resident, Jamie Oliver, at one of the artisan food stalls!
There are plenty of other historic attractions nearby, including the magnificent Jacobean-style Audley End House and Gardens which is looked after by English Heritage and well worth a trip. The town also offers an award-winning museum (one of the first in the country), an eccentric turf maze and a miniature railway, which is sure to keep the grandchildren entertained.
Looking for a beautiful place to walk in Saffron Walden? You can’t beat Bridge End Gardens. This pretty place is free to enter and has a traditional walled garden, fountains and a box hedge maze. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, try the nearby Eight Bells pub for quality traditional food including Sunday roasts. This 16th Century timber framed pub is renowned for its stunning décor.
As well as having a train and a coach station, Saffron Walden is easily accessible via the M11 and is just a 30 a minute drive from the cultural delights of Cambridge and a hour and a half from central London.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Bus Stop
- Cafe
- Petrol Station
- Tesco Superstore
Getting to Location
If you are using a Sat Nav system you may need the full address of this development. The postcode is newly created by Royal Mail and may not be accurate for some months.
Defibrillator donation
We’ve donated a life-saving defibrillator to the Saffron Walden Community Shed.
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- Cut the cost of living: Moving into our retirement properties can save you significant sums.
- Enjoy a stress free move: Our services include Part Exchange, free removals and decluttering.
- Should you buy, rent or part buy, part rent? Find a flexible option to suit your circumstances.
- Discover thoughtful services: From friendly managers to buzzing bistros and homeowner perks.
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.