Situated right on the charming and traditional high street of Middlewich, a town famous for its canal network and narrowboat holidays, this Retirement Living development will offer a multitude of activities, entertainment and attractions, right on the doorstep. With 20 one-bed and 30 two-bed apartments, you can own your own home while enjoying peace of mind knowing maintenance and security are taken care of.
The social lounge and beautiful landscaped gardens will provide homeowners with the chance to socialise, and the House Manager oversees the development day-to-day and is on-hand during office hours for anything you might need. There's also a 24-hour call response service and lifts to all floors, allowing you to feel completely at ease in your beautiful new home.
Stroll out the front door and you'll find an abundance of shops, boutiques and eateries, as well as a supermarket. Fountain Fields Park is just a 5-minute walk away, where you'll find a bowling green, a tennis court and a play area. And you'll find all the amenities you could ask for in the local area, from a medical centre and doctors surgery to a leisure centre and a library. The development is also very well connected. There's car parking and a scooter store onsite, the M6 is easily accessible and there are seven local bus services. Winsford train station is also only a couple of miles away.
Development Highlights
- A wealth of amenities on the doorstep
- Situated in the heart of Cheshire
- Easy access to the M6 and great public transport connections
- House Manager
- Guest Suite and guest parking
- Situated in the heart of Cheshire
Key Features
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House Manager![]()
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Landscaped gardens
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Occupancy options
- Communal area costs inc. electricity, heating and lighting
- Future maintenance fund
- Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
- Ground rent
- Maintenance of building and gardens
- Emergency call system
- Building insurance
- Active social calendar of events and exclusive discounts
- Dedicated on-site team
What's not included?
- Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
- Phone / broadband
- Council Tax
- TV licence / TV service
- Home and contents insurance
What is an Assured Tenancy?
Assured Tenancy means that you agree to rent the property for a minimum term of 12 months, but after that you can leave at any time as long as you give two months written notice. We can’t ask you to leave unless you have broken the terms of the agreement.
I want to rent. What checks do you carry out and what do I need to prepare?
We’ll ask you to complete a Rental Application Pack and an Income and Expenditure form to get 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 be asked to provide identification documentation that complies with the latest Government Right to Rent regulations – our sales consultants will talk you through what you need.
Do I need to pay a reservation deposit?
Yes, you will need to pay a small refundable reservation deposit to reserve the property. You will also have to pay a security deposit equivalent to five weeks rent when you move in.
What do I have to pay before moving in?
Before you can move into your property, you will need to pay the first month’s rent together with your security deposit, minus the reservation deposit you’ve already paid.
The security deposit is equivalent to five weeks rent. Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you know the exact amount you need to pay in plenty of time.
McCarthy Stone is part of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme, membership number G10625. Download the Tenancy Deposit Scheme leaflet.
What date are rental payments due?
All rental payments 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 and property maintenance.
It’s an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home:
- You may be able to access cash tied up in your existing property (known as ‘equity release’)
- You can choose to buy a bigger percentage of the property in the future – this reduces the rent you pay
- If you want, we can buy your existing property as a part exchange
- You’ll be eligible for our free Smooth Move removal service, plus a contribution to legal and estate agent fees
The rent is set at the point of purchase. Annual rent review on the date specified in your lease will be indexed to movements in the Retail Price Index (RPI) subject to a minimum 0.5%. RPI has been in the range c.1-4% since 2013 and was 3.3% in March 2018. 3.3% is equivalent to an extra £1.98 per week for typical rent of £60 per week.
What is Part buy, part rent?
A flexible, affordable alternative to outright purchase, with all the benefits of ownership. For more information call: 0800 201 4811
How it works
You purchase a minimum 50% share in a brand new McCarthy Stone retirement property and pay rent on the part you don’t own.
Benefits include:
It’s an affordable approach to owning a stunning new retirement home
- You may be able to access cash tied up in your existing property (known as ‘equity release’)
- You can choose to buy a bigger percentage of the property in the future – this reduces the rent you pay
- If you want, we can buy your existing property as a part exchange
- You’ll be eligible for our free Smooth Move removal service, plus a contribution to legal and estate agent fees
Is private shared ownership available at all McCarthy Stone developments?
No. This offer is available at selected McCarthy Stone developments, so make sure you check with the sales team on site.
What % of the property do I have to purchase?
70% is the standard option – there are options to increase this over time, known as staircasing.
What is staircasing and how does it work?
What further costs and fees are involved You can purchase further 10% increments, based on valuation at that point. You can staircase to 100% at which point the property would be wholly owned. You would stop paying rent, but service charges and ground rent continue to be payable to McCarthy Stone.
Each time you staircase you need to plan for additional costs such as valuation fee, legal expenses, SDLT*/LTT** if applicable.
*Stamp Duty Land Tax **Land Transaction Tax (LTT) has replaced SDLT in Wales from April 2018
Do I pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) or Land Transaction Tax (LTT) on a private shared ownership property?
You will need to pay SDLT*/LTT** on a private shared ownership property, but you may have less to pay than if you had purchased outright. You should seek advice from your solicitor to confirm how much SDLT you have to pay.
*Stamp Duty Land Tax **Land Transaction Tax (LTT) has replaced SDLT in Wales from April 2018
How much rent will I have to pay and how will that change over time with rent reviews?
The rent is set at the point of purchase. Annual rent review on the date specified in your lease will be indexed to movements in the Retail Price Index (RPI) subject to a minimum 0.5%. RPI has been in the range c.1-4% since 2013, and was 3.3% in March 2018. 3.3% is equivalent to an extra £1.98 per week for typical rent of £60 per week.
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We are very lucky to be very active and able to do things we love in life. We’re regularly off on holiday. We have nothing to worry about now as we can lock up and leave knowing our apartment is part of this fabulous development with 24-hour security.
Living in Middlewich
Middlewich also hosts the very popular FAB (Folk and Narrowboat) Festival each year. Attracting visitors from all over the world, it's a long weekend of music, dance, narrowboats and market stalls. From the FAB Main stage, the festival spreads throughout the town, from dance parades through the streets to shows at the iconic Bull Ring amphitheatre. The nearby towns of Northwich and Knutsford also have plenty to offer. A bustling market town with a rich history and ties to the salt industry, Northwich is a great place for a day out.
For the foodies among you, Knutsford is renowned for its array of eateries, markets and locally sourced produce. For other great days out, Jodrell Bank is only a 20-minute drive away. Visit the Discovery Centre to learn about the site's giant Lovell Telescope and explore the universe's secrets. And just 30 minutes by car you'll find Tatton Park. With a Tudor hall, a neo-classical mansion, 50 acres of landscaped gardens and 1000 acres of deer park, you'll be back again and again to explore all this wondrous estate has to offer.
The development is located right on Wheelock Street, which is home to a number of shops, cafés and bars.
Fountain Fields is 0.3 miles away. This is an urban park that is perfect for a leisurely walk. Alternatively, you could go for a stroll along Middlewich Town Wharf, which is 0.2 miles away and runs along the Trent and Mersey Canal.
Getting to Location
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Moving home no longer has to be a daunting experience or take forever. If your current property qualifies for Part Exchange*, you’ll effectively have a cash buyer. So you’ll avoid all the usual uncertainty and frustration.
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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.