First Phase now released! Please call us today to book your priority appointment and learn more about these exceptional retirement homes coming soon near Swindon, Wiltshire.
These stylish independent living apartments for the over 60s are conveniently situated close to all the amenities of this beautifully designed residential area, including a Waitrose and many shops, pubs and restaurants. In East Wichelstowe, you’ll also find a dentist and a hair and beauty salon. This retirement community is close to the picturesque Wilts and Berks Canal and on its banks, you’ll find the Hall and Woodhouse gastro pub which has a full sized canal boat inside!
Easy independent living for over 60s with McCarthy Stone.
This Retirement Living development will provide attractive one and two bedroom retirement homes for sale in Wichelstowe. This spacious and low maintenance retirement housing for the over 60s will benefit from a friendly manager on-site to keep everything running smoothly, well-appointed communal spaces, including a relaxing lounge with free Wi-Fi, and a pretty landscaped garden. Our communal facilities soon become hive of informal social gatherings and regular clubs, events and meet-ups to suit all interests. Pets are welcome, parking is available for homeowners and guests and the hotel-style guest suite makes it easy for friends and family to stay over.
Safe, secure and energy efficient.
All our new retirement housing is carefully designed to be a pleasure to live in. Warm and energy efficient, these new retirement homes near Swindon will have latest safety and security features built in too.
These retirement properties will have:
- The peace of mind of an on-site manager who’ll even keep an eye on things for you when you’re on holiday.
- Juliet balconies or patios
- Fully-fitted kitchens with integrated appliances
- Master bedrooms with walk in wardrobes or fitted wardrobes as standard
- Sky Q connection point in the living room
- 24-hour emergency call system, fire detection and door camera entry, so you can see who it is before answering the door.
Development Highlights
- Stunning retirement homes near Swindon, Wiltshire
- Stylish communal lounge for parties, events and everyday socialising
- Beautiful, energy saving, low maintenance over 60s retirement housing for stress-free independent living
- Manager on-site during office hours to help keep everything running smoothly
- Close to shops and amenities as well as beautiful green spaces and the Wilts and Berks Canal
- Lovely sociable shared landscaped gardens maintained for you
Key Features
- Near the countryside
- Guest suite
- Pets allowed
- 24/7 call system
- Car parking
- House Manager
- Landscaped gardens
- Lifts to all floors
- Communal lounge

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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.
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Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 11/02/2025
Retirement Living at Locks View
Watch: Inside a McCarthy Stone Retirement Living development with a Contemporary design style

The maintenance of a larger property was something that we no longer wanted to deal with. To come here, where we have lovely landscaped gardens, without the hassle of constant maintenance is a huge relief – we can just sit back and enjoy.
Join us at one of our events
- Every Wednesday10:30 - 16:00
Wednesday Coffee and Chat
Every WednesdayNext event: 19th FebHall & Woodhouse, Peglars Way, Wichelstowe, Swindon SN1 7DAEvery Wednesday over January and February, at the Hall & Woodhouse pub, we are giving you the opportunity to make an appointment with our sales consultant to talk about our new development in Wichelstowe.
Apartments will be released for sale in early 2025, so now is the perfect time to have a conversation with our friendly Sales Advisor to find out more, discuss your needs and explore purchase options.
Let us buy you coffee and cake, and at the same time, have a one to one chat with Caroline, our Sales Advisor.
Due to the popularity of these Wednesday sessions, booking is essential, so please call Caroline on 0800 201 4811or book online to secure your appointment time.
- 6 Mar10:45 - 12:30
Sales Launch Presentation
6th MarBasset Down Golf Complex, Hay Ln, Swindon SN4 9QWCome to our Sales Launch Event on 6th March at Basset Downs Golf Club, Swindon.
We’re delighted to be rolling out the red carpet, welcoming you in and showing you what’s in store at this stunning new development.
The presentation is starting at 11am, please arrive from 10.45am.
During an informative presentation you will have the opportunity to find out more about purchase options, facilities, prices and be able to view the apartment plans.
Call 0800 201 4811 or click the button below to book your space. Friends and family welcome to join you. The number of spaces are limited, so RSVP now to avoid missing out.
Things to do in Wichelstowe, Swindon, Wiltshire
If you’re looking for new build retirement homes close to Swindon then the high-quality, contemporary feel of Wichelstowe development could be for you. Built with convenience in mind, this new residential area is in harmony with its natural surroundings.
Slightly further afield you’ll find golf clubs at Basset Down Complex and Broome Manor, and nearby Coate Water Country park is lovely for a stroll around the lake and also offers angling, a playground and a café.
Just off junction 16 of the M4, Wichelstowe makes a fantastic base to explore the South West. The eateries, amenities and shops of Swindon town centre are also easily accessible and Swindon’s Designer outlet is just 1.5 miles away.
Close to the wildlife haven of the Wilts and Berks Canal, it has over 200 acres of open space, thousands of trees, 1.5 acres of allotments and over 12 kilometres of walkways and cycle paths. There’s a thriving community too, with the StoweAway Community Centre offering things like yoga, fitness classes and board game nights.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Restaurant 0.1 miles
- Waitrose 0.2 miles
- Bus Stop 0.5 miles
Getting to Location
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The Team at Locks View

I am passionate that when you retire, your life starts again. At McCarthy and Stone the Homeowners are able to live a full life without many of the worries they had in their old homes. It is nice watching people blossom with the care that McCarthy and Stone take with a purchaser buying the property. There is help given to make the purchase a stress free experience. I love the way we are able to spend time with each person to give the best possible service.
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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.