Samuel House

1B Westpole Avenue, Oakwood, Greater London, EN4 0FP

Reserve a property at this development between 1st March 2025 and 31st May 2025 and we’ll pay your stamp duty* - so you can spend your summer making the most of the landscaped gardens from a home designed around you.

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Retirement Living

Over 60s retirement property for sale in Oakwood, Greater London

Call 0800 201 4811 now or sign up for updates to find out more about these superb new retirement homes in Oakwood, Greater London.

Final few apartments available, don't miss out on your dream home! Book your visit today.

Located in the London Borough of Enfield, Oakwood is a pretty little residential town within easy reach of the capital.

The stylish apartments by award-winning builder McCarthy Stone go well above and beyond standard homes. All one and two-bedroom apartments are not only decorated in an elegant contemporary style, but also feature state-of-the-art security for added peace of mind - 24-hour emergency call systems, intruder alarms and a camera entry system compatible with standard TVs. The Retirement Living development itself also has a private car park. Lift access to all floors and a mobility scooter charging room. Homeowners are invited to make use of the exclusive Club Lounge with its outdoor patio and complimentary Wi-Fi, with visitors more than welcome to stay over in the dedicated Guest Suite.

Easy independent living for the over 60s

All our retirement property for sale in Oakwood is cleverly designed with smart yet stylish features, like easy turn taps, to make life easier now and in the future. Low maintenance, warm and elegant, with the latest security and safety features built in, most of our homeowners enjoy cheaper bills too.

Many of these retirement apartments have either private patios or balconies. All offer access to attractive communal spaces including the fabulous lounge with Wi-Fi and a state-of-the-art audio and video system plus a gorgeous garden area with seating. You’re looked after by the friendly on-site manager and these shared spaces are filled with (entirely optional) events, parties and clubs.

What’s more, you can book the hotel-style guest suite to effortlessly host visitors in style—you can also holiday in our network of guest suites! Parking is available and well-behaved pets are welcome too.

Key development information

Samuel House

1B Westpole Avenue, Oakwood, Greater London, EN4 0FP View on map

Opening hours: Viewing By Appointment Only

0800 201 4811

Purchase

1 bed from £439,999
2 beds from £569,999

Our service charge explained

Development highlights

Regular events and activities in the beautiful homeowners lounge.
Excellent medical, dental and pharmaceutical amenities less than a 5 minute walk
Try before you buy available
Conveniently close to the Oakwood underground station
In close proximity to Cockfosters High Street, which boast an abundance of restaurants and shops
Meet our Fabulous House Manager, Patricia.

Key Features Key Features for Samuel House

Wheelchair access
Lifts to all floors
Fire detection
Intruder alarm
Camera entry system
24/7 call system
Lounge Wi-Fi access
House Manager
Pets allowed
Guest suite
Communal lounge
Mobility scooter room
Car parking
Balconies

Useful documents

Request development brochure

Additional brochures available for instant PDF download

McCarthy Stone Brochure

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Your local amenities at Samuel House

1B Westpole Avenue, Oakwood, Greater London, EN4 0FP

Bank
Bus stop
Doctors
Library
Opticians
Pharmacy
Shops
Supermarket

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You’ll find plenty of amenities nearby and easy transport links into central London. It’s just 0.2 miles from Oakwood Underground Station, which is on the Piccadilly Line.

Under 0.5 miles away, you can find Oakwood Library, Trent Park Golf Club and a number of cafés and restaurants. Oakwood Food Centre is also just 0.1 miles away.

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.

Retirement living in London

You can't beat London for the best arts, culture, architecture and attractions on the planet. If you're after thrilling retirement living then this bustling metropolis has it all.

And our retirement homes in London are within easy reach of the city’s finest sights and amenities. There’s a dazzling choice of world-class restaurants, theatres, museums, art galleries, markets, green spaces, sports facilities and attractions. Whether you choose a retirement village in the outskirts or an apartment in the inner city, in London you'll never be short on things to do in retirement.

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Support and advice

Including help claiming money you didn't know you were entitled to.

Try before you buy

Want to be 110% sure? Ask us about a complimentary stay.

A smooth move

Help with decluttering, packing, moving and the finances too.

Part exchange

The choice of a guaranteed sale and faster, easier move.

Services covered

Did you know we don't make a penny from the monthly service charge?

Pets are welcome

Pet friendly retirement homes - that's true for our rentals too.

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Explore retirement properties at Samuel House

Samuel House interactive site plan

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These properties are available for sale

When you decide to buy, we’re here to support you every step of the way from selling your existing home to packing up and settling into your new one. Ask us about Part Exchange and Smooth Move.

The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/01/2022

You can buy properties on this development. If you’d like to own your retirement property, we can help make the move as stress-free as possible, including support with packing and removals. If you have a home to sell, we can even act as a cash buyer, so you’ll avoid chains and estate agent fees.

Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
Maintenance of building and gardens
Building insurance
Development staff
Future maintenance fund
Professional fees
Emergency call system
Income from Guest Suite and sundry income

What's not included?

Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
Home and contents insurance
Council tax
Phone / Broadband
TV licence / TV service

1 bedroom apartment

Service Charge * £84.59

2 bedroom apartment

Service Charge * £126.88

* Reviewed annually

Many of our homeowners are pleased to find that the service charges for their apartment tend to work out at less than what they were paying in like-for-like costs at their previous property.

Energy bills often turn out to be lower thanks to the modern construction methods we use at all our developments. Your new apartment is also likely to be a more manageable size and so cheaper to run.

When Customers discuss the purchase of a McCarthy Stone apartment with us, they receive a service charge leaflet and our Sales Executive sits down with them to help them fill in the costs, review what is covered in the management services and compare them to day-to-day running costs in their current home. Our Sales Executive ensures that they have a detailed knowledge of ongoing costs before a sale is completed

Usually this can take between 12 to 16 weeks. We understand that some customers may have a time period that will more suitable for them and we aim to be as flexible as we can.

Yes. If you want a quick, simple way to sell your home and move into one of our retirement properties, then Part Exchange could be the answer. For more information please click here .

We have an expert resales team for people selling our retirement properties, with an extensive database of customers waiting to move in. This helps us to sell faster and at a better price than traditional estate agents. On average the McCarthy Stone Resales team achieve a net price increase on the retirement properties they sell. For example, for properties bought new in the last three years and since resold, the net increase averages 6%. View resale retirement homes.

How much is the service charge?

1 bedroom apartment £84.59 per week reviewed annually
2 bedroom apartment £126.88 per week reviewed annually

Examples show prices available at this development

We don't make a penny from our service charges

Your service charge covers the services and amenities you enjoy at this development for a safe, comfortable, sociable and happy retirement. It includes things like wages for your on-site team, security systems and keeping communal spaces and gardens spick and span—and it’s all provided at cost price.

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What is included in the service charge

Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
Maintenance of building and gardens
Building insurance
Development staff
Future maintenance fund
Professional fees
Emergency call system
Income from Guest Suite and sundry income

Contemporary spaces

With stylish fitted kitchens, bright spacious living rooms and attractive modern bathrooms.

Ergonomic design

Our properties are packed with clever, and subtle, design features to make life easier as we age.

Safety and security

Including 24-hour emergency call out, fire detection, intruder alerts and door camera entry.

Energy efficient

Well-insulated and warm so you can stay cosy whatever the weather and save on bills too.

The Service Charge covers the services you enjoy at your Retirement Living development, including the House Manager’s wages, heating, lighting and the maintenance of the shared areas, for instance:

gardening and external maintenance
external window cleaning
lift maintenance
keeping the lounge warm, clean and paying for Wi-Fi, electricity etc.
keeping the guest suite in tip top condition

We don’t make a penny from the Service Charge. Find out more about our Service Charges.

Our Retirement Living communities offer elegant low maintenance apartments exclusive to the over 60’s. You’ll benefit from a friendly manager to keep everything running smoothly, access to communal areas like lovely sociable lounges and large attractive gardens with seating, as well as a hotel-style guest suite for hassle-free hosting. Find out more about our Retirement Living developments.

This varies by development, but most offer a limited number of parking spaces to buy, as well as disabled parking spaces and guest parking. Some developments have EV (electric vehicle) charging points too. Call our friendly team on 0800 201 4811 or get in touch online to get the specific details for this development.

While our retirement properties are not fully adapted to wheelchair users, they are designed to be fully accessible for both walkers and wheelchairs, with wider doors, corridors and easy to navigate shared spaces. Our bathrooms are specially designed to be easy to adapt and all of our apartment buildings have lifts.

Yes, most of our retirement developments welcome well-behaved pets and our retirement rentals are mostly pet friendly too. Read our pet policy or call the team on 0800 201 4811 or get in touch online to get the specific details for this development.

Andrew

Sales

There is nothing more enjoyable than from the first phone call to the first meeting and then having the pleasure of showing prospective homeowners around our developments, to continue through their journey to moving into their new home. I enjoy watching how new friendships grow and develop, Job satisfaction is when i hear the words "the best move we ever made", this statement alone tells me that person has now found their happy place.

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Coffee Morning

At development

Join your fellow homeowners in the lounge for an informal chat over coffee and cake.

a group of people sitting at a table with food

Fish and Chips

At development

Join homeowners for delicious fish and chips and a chat.

Library

In local community

We’re close to a library offering community facilities and clubs/events.

Shopping Centre

In local community

This community is close to big brand and independent shops.

Our House Manager is a real superstar. She is always there to help straight away, no matter how big or small the issue is. It is so comforting to have somebody there who you know you can rely on. She makes life so easy for us.

Mr and Mrs Clarke, McCarthy Stone Homeowners

Welcome Wednesday

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Norton Place home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Next event 30^th Apr, 10:30am to 12:00pm Every Wednesday until 25^th Mar 2026

74 Icknield Way, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5FH

Join us and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments in the Homeowners Lounge.

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Norton Place home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Welcome Wednesday

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Next event 30^th Apr, 10:30am to 12:00pm Every Wednesday until 25^th Mar 2026

44 London Road, Bagshot, Surrey, GU19 5HL

Join us and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments in the Homeowners Lounge.

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Violet Place home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show properties and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Welcome Wednesday

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Campbell House home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Next event 30^th Apr, 10:30am to 12:00pm Every Fortnight until 1^st Apr 2026

24 Queens Road, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 9UX

Join us and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments in the Homeowners Lounge.

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Campbell House home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Welcome Wednesday

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Lionheart Court home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Next event 30^th Apr, 10:30am to 12:00pm Every Fortnight until 25^th Mar 2026

Tesco Store, Sewardstone Road, Waltham Abbey, Essex, EN9 1NP

Join us and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments in the Homeowners Lounge.

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call Lionheart Court home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Welcome Wednesday

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call The Cloisters home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

Next event 30^th Apr, 10:30am to 12:00pm Every Fortnight until 25^th Mar 2026

High Street, Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16 0BB

Join us and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments in the Homeowners Lounge.

You’ll meet our friendly team and have the opportunity to chat to some of the homeowners who already call The Cloisters home.

Whilst you’re here, you may wish to take a tour of our stunning show apartments and discover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle for yourself.

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

6^th May, 2:00pm to 4:00pm

74 Icknield Way, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5FH

Come along to raise a toast to the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe with our friendly community.

You’ll enjoy Pimm’s, light refreshments and a traditional British singalong as well as the chance to chat and explore the development. Friends and family welcome.

To book your place call 0800 201 4811 or click the button below.

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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.

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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.

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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.

Samuel House

Over 60s retirement property for sale in Oakwood, Greater London

Key development information

Samuel House

Purchase

Development highlights

Key Features Key Features for Samuel House

Useful documents

Additional brochures available for instant PDF download

Your local amenities at Samuel House

Retirement living in London

We're here to help every step of the way

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