McCarthy Stone's brand new retirement village 'The Old Market Village’ will feature bungalows and chalet bungalows known as 'The Old Market Gardens’ and apartments known as ‘Market House’ all of which are set within a beautiful village green in the wonderful town of Wimborne – voted the number one place to live in Dorset by online lifestyle magazine Muddy Stilettos.
Market House will be home to 43 one-bedroom retirement apartments and 25 two-bedroom retirement apartments, exclusive to the over 70s and conveniently located in the historic town of Wimborne Minster, in Dorset. Spacious, light and contemporary, all McCarthy Stone retirement properties are designed to be a pleasure to live in, with high spec, high quality fixtures and fittings throughout.
The apartments and bungalows will be centred around a lovely village green. Ideal for meetings, events and parties, the space is to be the beating heart of this retirement community. Just off the village green, you’ll find a wellness zone offering health and fitness studios, as well as a hair and beauty salon and a sociable homeowners’ lounge. There will be a bistro, so you’ll be able to meet your friends and family for a morning coffee or enjoy a long lingering lunch with a glass or two of wine. You’ll also find a pretty rural walking trail around the development.
Wimborne Minster is a picturesque and historic market town with Roman origins and an idyllic position near the rivers Stour and Allen. As well as the famous Minister with its many treasures, including a chained library, you can’t miss the unusual Wimborne Model Town and Gardens. An intricate miniature version of Wimborne in the 1950s, complete with flushing toilets, it’s a must see. Cyclists and strollers will enjoy meandering around the tranquil pathways, the pretty central square, the Willow Walk and along the wild-life rich riverbanks.
Development Highlights
- Exclusively for the over 70s
- Located in the charming town of Wimborne Minster, with easy access to the Dorset countryside
- Onsite chef-run bistro serving hot meals daily, plus barista coffee and cake
- Close to amenities including the shops in town
- Manager onsite 24/7 for your peace of mind, plus tailored domestic support and personal care should you need it
- Wellness Suite for onsite pampering and hotel-style Guest Suite to make hosting a breeze

What is Retirement Living PLUS?
Exclusive to the over 70s, 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
- Bistro
- 24 hour staffing
- Car parking
- Balconies
- Salon
- Care provisions
- Near the countryside
- Landscaped gardens
- Communal lounge

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Our interactive site plan allows you to explore this retirement development. Click the tabs to view each floor, with G being the Ground Floor. You’ll see that one-bedroom retirement homes are shown in yellow and two-bedroom apartments are shown in purple. Any retirement property shown in red is already reserved, sold or rented out. When you click on an available property, you’ll be given information about the sale and/or rental prices (all rental prices include service charges and ground rent). You can then click on ‘view property’ to find out more.
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OCCUPANCY OPTIONS
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The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 26/03/2024.
Occupancy options - Apartments
The apartments at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 26/03/2024
- Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
- Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
- Professional fees
- Maintenance of building and gardens
- Emergency call system
- Building insurance
- Income to guest suites and sundry income
- Development staff
- Future maintenance fund
- Restaurant
- Domestic assistance
What's not included?
- Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
- Home and contents insurance
- Council Tax
- Phone / broadband
- TV licence / TV service
* Reviewed annually
- You can enjoy the McCarthy Stone lifestyle without paying the full purchase price.
- Buying a percentage share of the property allows you to manage your finances to cater for possible future needs.
- If you buy 75% of the value of the property, there is no rent to pay on the outstanding share.
- If you buy 50% of the value of the property, you will pay rent on the outstanding share.
- You could claim up to £500 a year to help with essential repairs in the first 10 years.
With this scheme, you can purchase up to 75% of the value of your property – and if you own 75%, you won’t pay any rent on the outstanding 25% share. It provides a more affordable way to buy one of our retirement properties.
What is Shared Ownership and who are Homes England?
Is Shared Ownership available at all your locations?
Who will own the share of the property I don’t buy?
Do I need financial advice?
Will a financial review be needed?
What will it cost upfront?
You should plan for some one-off costs associated with your purchase, including, but not limited to the following:
• Reservation deposit (which is deducted from your final purchase)
• Solicitors Fees and disbursements
• Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in England.
Your solicitor will be able to tell you if the tax applies and how much it will be
• Estate Agent fees if selling a current property
Can I purchase a parking space?
What does the £500 essential repairs include?
Shared Ownership Explained
Watch: How Shared Ownership with McCarthy Stone and Homes England works.
Join us at one of our events
- 6 Feb to 8 Feb10:30 - 17:00
Open Days
6th FebMarket House, 17 Ensor Mews, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1WWWhether you’re familiar with our community in Wimborne or haven’t yet discovered the benefits of living in one of our properties, join us at one of our Open Days and see how good life can be in a home designed around you.
You can meet our friendly homeowners, or just relax and look around.
Call 0800 201 4811 or click on the link below to book your place today. - Every Fortnight11:00 - 13:00
Saturday Morning Brunch Club
Every FortnightNext event: 15th Feb17 Ensor Mews, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1WWCome and join us for a delicious brunch in the comfy lounge at Market House with our friendly homeowners. You are also welcome to enjoy a game of pool or darts!
Call 0800 201 4811 or click on the link below to book your place today.
Offers Too Good To Miss
You could save up to £12,000
Move into your brand-new cosy apartment this winter.
Reserve a stylish one or two bedroom apartment at Market House and take advantage of our fabulous limited time offer. For reservations taken between 1st November 2024 - 28th March 2025 and completion by 25th April 2025, we are offering you £12,000 towards your monthly living costs*. Meaning for the first five years living at Market House, you would have £200 every month to help with your ongoing bills.
You could be enjoying the lifestyle at The Old Market Village sooner than you think!
Call 0800 201 4811 or visit our Sales Consultants at Market House to find out more.
*T&Cs apply.
£20 M&S Gift Card
If you’re a first-time visitor you’re in for a treat! Take a tour before the 15th February and we’ll give you a £20 M&S Gift Card*.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Smooth Move
Nobody expects moving home to be easy, but we’re here to help you every step of the way; from the moment you make a reservation, through to the day you move in. Our Smooth Move service ensures everything goes like clockwork, which includes helping with the cost*.
To find our more please call 0800 201 4811.
Living in Wimborne
Wimborne Minster is a lively community with plenty to do and see. It’s a ‘Fairtrade’ town offering an eclectic mix of shopping from independents to high street stores.
From Dorset cream teas to Nepalese, there are plenty of eating options in Wimborne. Try Cloisters for breakfast or the Riverside Café for a post walk tea and cake in a pretty spot. The Wimborne Pig is a fantastic choice for posh pub food or for a lighter meal, try Renoufs, a popular wine bar offering deli style cheese and meat platters.
Wimborne has a busy events calendar too, with annual food, folk music, history and dance festivals for all to enjoy.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Bus stop 0.2 miles
- M & S Simply Food 0.2 miles
- Church 0.2 miles
- GP 0.4 miles
Getting to Location
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