Seymour Court

Ambleside Avenue, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 0DQ

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Retirement Living

Over 60s retirement property for rent in South Shields, Tyne and Wear

Call 0800 201 4811 now or sign up for updates to find out more about these superb new retirement homes in South Shields, Tyne and Wear.

Located in the beautiful coastal town of South Shields, Seymour Court offers 49 stylish one and two-bedroom retirement homes, exclusive to the over 60s. We have just 2 remaining apartments available for rent.

Incorporating intelligent design, giving you gorgeous yet practical living spaces, almost all these light and spacious properties feature either a balcony or a patio.

Easy independent living for the over 60s

All our retirement property for rent in South Shields 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

Seymour Court

Ambleside Avenue, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 0DQ View on map

Opening hours: By Appointment Only

0800 201 4811

Rent

1 bed from £1,250 pcm

Our service charge explained

Development highlights

Ideally located in the beautiful coastal town of South Shields
A range of amenities close by including cafes, restaurants and shops
Great transport links, including bus stop outside the development
Private parking available
Elegant communal lounge to socialise in with friends and neighbours
Expertly designed apartments with ease of living in mind

Key Features Key Features for Seymour Court

House Manager
Guest parking
Guest suite
24/7 call system
Car parking
Freehold properties
Communal lounge
Camera entry system
Pets allowed

Useful documents

Request development brochure

Additional brochures available for instant PDF download

McCarthy Stone Brochure

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Your local amenities at Seymour Court

Ambleside Avenue, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 0DQ

Mortimer Roas - Stanton Avenue Bus Stop
Imeary Street Surgery
Hogg Chemists
The Mariner Pub
Londis

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The development is conveniently located in this large coastal town and you’ll find a Co-op within 0.3 miles.

The larger shopping area of King Street is just over 2 miles from the development and contains all the big stores and many independent shops.

Travel in and around the area is easy by either the local Metro, bus or ferry.

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. Please use postcode NE34 0DQ.

Retirement living in South Shields

South Shields is a popular coastal retreat known for its lively local events calendar and its award-winning seafood restaurants. Rain, hail or shine, there is always something going on in South Shields, from the International Magic Festival to the Great North Run in autumn.

More information about South Shields

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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a building with a lawn and trees in front of it

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a living room with a couch and coffee table

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Bedrooms 1–2 beds available

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Purchase from £274,950

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Explore retirement properties at Seymour Court

Seymour Court interactive site plan

Interactive site plan

These properties are available for rent

Our retirement rentals give you a quick, easy and stress-free way to enjoy life in our friendly communities—and service charge is included in the monthly rental price.

The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/06/2018

You can rent a retirement home on this development. Renting is an easy, flexible and quick way to enjoy life in a McCarthy Stone community. Did you know? No service charge is payable when you rent.

Reservation deposit* £500.00

* To be offset against your initial payment and fully refundable should your tenancy not proceed

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

How much is the service charge?

Renting? You don't pay service charges

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.

News & community

Firefighters give 100-year-old Doris a lift

Homeowner Doris celebrated her 100th birthday with a special party and surprise visit at her McCarthy Stone retirement home in Whitley Bay.

Property advice

“Renting has been the best decision we could’ve made.”

Laurence and Brenda Bruce, both 92, made the life-changing decision to move from their large home in Moray, Scotland, to a two-bedroom retirement apartment in Gloucester, where they’ve found a flexible and supportive lifestyle close to family at Llanthony Place.

News & community

The Future is Bright

With accents of pink in her locks and an undeniable zest for life, Patricia Rigg certainly lives each day to the full and believes wholeheartedly that age is just a number.

News & community

Husband to Buy Engagement Ring 47 Years on Thanks to Lottery Win

Local Pub

In local community

There’s a popular pub nearby with a menu packed with British classics.

a row of colorful buildings by the water

Beach

In local community

This development is close to a beautiful beach and coastal walks.

a large stone building with a grass field in front of it with Whitby Abbey in the background

Historic Attraction

In local community

You’ll find a significant historic attraction close to this development.

a building with windows and a sign on the front

Museum

In local community

There’s a museum/place of historic interest local to this development.

an old woman sitting on a couch reading a book

Our development has 24 hour security, a secure door entry system and a house manager to oversee everything so I feel so safe here. I feel that I can just come and go as I please and I just feel really safe and secure.

Linda Baird, McCarthy Stone Homeowner

Pop In Saturdays

You'll be able to to meet our friendly Sales Consultant and team, take a leisurely tour of our beautiful development and maybe even meet some of our wonderful homeowners who already call Clothier Manor home.

Everyone is welcome so bring your friends & family too.

No appointment needed. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Next event 26^th Apr, 1:00pm to 4:00pm Every Saturday until 30^th Apr

Clothier Manor, Hollywood Avenue, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 5BU

We would love you to pop in and see us on a Saturday and discover what Clothier Manor has to offer.

Everyone is welcome so bring your friends & family too.

No appointment needed. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Welcome Wednesday

Feel free to bring your family and friends along too.

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

192-194 Hollywood Avenue, Gosforth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE3 5BU

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 Clothier Manor 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.

One Month Rent Free

Enjoy one month rent free or a contribution to your removals* on selected properties.

Call today on 0800 201 4811 for more information

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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.

Seymour Court

Over 60s retirement property for rent in South Shields, Tyne and Wear

Key development information

Seymour Court

Rent

Development highlights

Key Features Key Features for Seymour Court

Useful documents

Additional brochures available for instant PDF download

Your local amenities at Seymour Court

Retirement living in South Shields

We're here to help every step of the way

Similar retirement developments nearby

Carley Hill | Sunderland

Elderton Place | Whitley Bay

Herriot Gardens | Sunderland

Clothier Manor | Newcastle Upon Tyne

Which development is right for you?

Retirement Living

Exclusive to the over 60s

Retirement Living PLUS

Exclusive to the over 70s