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Why Norton Place?
Situated within close proximity to the centre of the charming, historic market town of Baldock, Hertfordshire, in a fantastic location next to Ivel Springs nature reserve, this Retirement Living PLUS development will comprise of 57 elegant retirement apartments with 24 one-bedroom and 33 two-bedroom properties. Just a short stroll away from our new retirement homes in Baldock you’ll find a bustling town centre with a good mix of independent shops, restaurants and cafes and there’s great range of facilities and fitness classes, including yoga, at the nearby Knights Templar Sports Centre. The area also boasts excellent transport links with direct trains to Cambridge, London King’s Cross station, and Luton Airport just 16 miles away.
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 every 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 Baldock 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 two luxurious lounges with free Wi-Fi, and a large, landscaped garden with courtyard areas - 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 will 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.
Shared Ownership, what is it and how does it work?
McCarthy Stone Shared Ownership is run in conjunction with Homes England and we work closely with them to provide this opportunity. With this scheme you can pay up to 75% of the full property value, and if you own 75% there's no rent to pay on the rest.
It's not charity, it's not a handout, it's just what you deserve to help you make the most of your retirement. After a lifetime of looking after others, it's your time now.
"It's an excellent option, we honestly didn't think we would ever be able to live here"
Mr & Mrs Craven - McCarthy Stone Homeowners
Development Highlights
- Buy outright or shared ownership purchasing options available allowing you to purchase an apartment for a 50% or 75% share
- Beautifully landscaped gardens adorned with stunning flowers, allowing you to nurture your passion for gardening
- Enjoy evening cocktails, everyday socialising or lazy afternoons with friends in our stylish communal lounge
- Chic Wellness Suite for onsite pampering
- Hotel-style Guest Suite for loved ones to stay, making hosting a breeze
- Onsite chef-run bistro with ever changing, delicious seasonal menus served daily
- Estate Manager, Sharon onsite 24/7 for your peace of mind
- Gorgeous low maintenance and energy-efficient retirement properties to buy
- Tailored domestic support and personal care available should you need it
- Close to Baldock's vibrant market town and amenities including independent cafes and shops
Key Features
Communal lounge- Car parking
- Camera entry system
- 24/7 call system
- Guest suite
- Landscaped gardens
- Restaurant / Bistro
- Estates Manager
- Wheelchair access
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.
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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 21/03/2023
- 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?
Retirement Living at Norton Place
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My mother moved into Norton Place, Baldock in November and it has been a brilliant move. It's a gorgeous interior with great facilities, the on-site staff are wonderful and my mother is thriving there.
Join us at one of our events
- 11 Oct10:00 - 11:30
Enjoy Breakfast on us!
11th OctNorton Place, 74 Icknield Way, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5FHWe'd love for you to join us at our breakfast club, where you'll be provided with delicious lunch freshly prepared by our chef all on us! It will be an opportunity for you to meet our wonderful homeowners and experience the lifestyle for yourself.
- 1 Nov15:00 - 17:00
Spooktacular Cocktails & Quiz
1st NovNorton Place, 74 Icknield Way, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5FHStep into the season and join us for delicious seasonal cocktails and a spooktacular quiz! ! Indulge in a wonderful afternoon of fun and experience the lifestyle for yourself with our delightful homeowners.
Offers Too Good To Miss
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.
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, no viewings 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.
Things to do in Baldock
Life in Baldock
This popular market town is packed with charm and character, as well as plenty to do. It has a long and interesting history and is thought to have been was founded by the Knights Templar in the 1140s. Its rich architecture includes Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and even Art Deco buildings.
The town benefits from an array of local amenities making it ideal for retirement living, including a large Tesco Extra, a post office, library, dentist, several hairdressers and a sports centre.
Foodies will love the many independent food retailers, restaurants and pubs in the town, including an award-winning butcher, popular bakery and much-loved Italian deli. The town is also renowned for its local cider.
Out and about
If exploring is something you want to enjoy more of in retirement, then this location is hard to beat. The town’s train station provides direct services to the alluring attractions of Cambridge, London and Brighton, while the A1(M) also gives you easy access to the motorway network.
For outdoor adventures closer to home, the lovely Ivel Springs nature reserve is just next door to our proposed retirement apartments offering diverse wildlife and a number of marked walks to enjoy at your leisure.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Baldock Town Bowls Club
- Post Office
- The Orange Tree Pub
- Belle & Bee Beauty
Our proposed retirement apartments in Baldock will be just 0.5 miles away from the town centre with a number of high street brands, including Lloyds Pharmacy and Costcutter.
Baldock’s train station is 0.2 miles away from the new retirement development site. You can reach Cambridge by train in only 23 minutes and London King’s Cross in 42 minutes.
Getting to Location
If you are using a Sat Nav system you may need the full address of this development. The postcode may be newly created by Royal Mail and may not be accurate for some months.
The Team at Norton Place
Gardening legend visit
We were delighted to welcome national treasure Alan Titchmarsh to officially open Norton Place.
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- Retirement Living or Retirement Living PLUS? Which development type is right for you?
- 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.