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Set in the heart of the leafy village of Willaston on the Wirral Peninsula, this Retirement Living development offers the opportunity for rural living while only 8 miles from Liverpool and 10 miles from Chester. With just 30 apartments, consisting of 20, one-bedroom and 10 two-bedroom, Symonds Grange mirrors the community spirit of the village in which it is situated.
Low maintenance and sociable
Symonds Grange Retirement Living development is designed to encourage the community feeling to flourish, while also allowing you to enjoy the complete privacy of your own spacious retirement apartment. You’ll enjoy stylish well-maintained communal spaces, including the well-appointed lounge with free Wi-Fi, and a lush landscaped garden - ideal for meeting your friends, neighbours and family for a drink and a chat. We've found the communal facilities have become social hubs – a hive of informal gatherings and regular clubs, events and meet-ups to suit all sorts of interests. There's something for everyone to enjoy!
Energy-efficient, safe and secure
All our new retirement homes are designed with intelligent ergonomics and energy-efficiency built in to ensure they are a joy to live in - and save you money on energy bills too. As well as being well-insulated, light and warm, they have the latest safety and security features. 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.
Fantastic location
Stroll out the front door and you'll find yourself in the quaint village with independent shops and village green. What's more, there's excellent transport links. All your modes of transport covered with our onsite car parking, cycle store and scooter room. Hooton railway station is just 2 miles away and there's easy access to the M53.
A selection of apartments are available with Shared Ownership*
There are many advantages to purchasing an apartment in this way. For example, if you purchase a 75% share of the property, there will be no rent to pay, meaning you can retain home ownership for less. Purchasing a 50% share would require a monthly rent.
One bedroom property, apartment 14
Purchasing at 75% is £210,000 with no rent*
Purchasing at 50% is £140,000 with £321pcm rent*
*Qualifying criteria applies
*Purchase from price shown when purchasing a 50% share, with rent at £321 per calendar month. Other shares available. Qualifying criteria apply. Shared Ownership is available on selected apartments at participating developments only.
Development Highlights
- Elegant apartments, offering a luxurious and practical living experience
- Stunning landscaped wrap-around gardens, where the upkeep is taken care of
- Community feeling with a calendar of events, clubs and activities to suit all interests
- Enjoy the beauty of the gardens from the fully furnished, sun-drenched terrace
- Unwind in the luxurious communal lounge, perfect for catching up over morning coffee with friends and neighbours
- Communal hobbies room for crafts and games
- Facilities that cater to your mobility needs with scooter charging stations
- Experience peace of mind with security features, including a camera entry system, 24-hour emergency call system, and the presence of an on-site House Manager
Key Features
- Available to buy now
- Communal lounge
- Lounge Wi-Fi access
- Landscaped gardens
- Guest suite
- House Manager
- Camera entry system
- 24/7 call system
- Cycle store
- Car parking
- Pets allowed
- Near the countryside
Interactive Site Plan
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 in yellow and two-bedroom homes are in purple. When you click on a property, you'll find out whether it is available for sale outright or as shared ownership as well as pricing. Click on 'view property' to find out more. Retirement homes shown in red are already reserved or sold, 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 01/01/2023
- 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 to guest suites and sundry income
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
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- Every Wednesday10:30 - 14:00
Welcome Wednesday
Every WednesdayNext event: 16th OctSymonds Grange, Hooton Road, Willaston CH64 1ADDiscover the McCarthy Stone lifestyle in Willaston.
Join us for coffee and light refreshments in the lounge. You can take a tour of our stunning show apartments and communal areas.
Bring a friend or family member and spend some time with us.
Offers Too Good To Miss
Spotlight on apartment 25
Purchase Price - £290,000#
Reserve apartment 25 at Symonds Grange on or before 31st October 2024 and legally complete by 31st January 2025 to take advantage of our £10,000* special offer, meaning you can snap up this wonderful apartment for as little as £280,000*#.Property 25 is a beautiful one-bedroom apartment measuring 564 square feet, ideally located on the first floor a North facing Juliet balcony.
The spacious living room is decorated in a natural colour which gives a bright and airy feel. The fitted kitchen comes complete with integrated fridge freezer, ceramic hob, extractor fan and waist height oven. We've also included a washer-dryer in a separate utility cupboard.
The master bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe fitted with hanging space.
Finally, the shower room is complete with a low profile shower, a chrome towel radiator and a fitted mirror.
The apartment is ready for you to move in to, fitted with carpets, curtains, blinds and light fittings. So don't miss out, call us today to arrange your exclusive viewing.*Ts&Cs apply. #Subject to availability.
Free Entitlement Advice
Did you know...
According to Age UK, every year £2.8 billion in Pension Credit and Housing Benefit goes unclaimed by older people, meaning over a million pensioner households are missing out*.
Our Entitlements Manager, Aleks Clayton can offer you free advice, help you fill in the forms and follow up on progress with an application, so if you're looking to purchase a McCarthy Stone property contact Aleks today.
*Source: Age UK - Benefit take-up and older people, January 2024
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.
Try before you buy
If you’ve been thinking about what living in one of our developments is really like, now is the perfect time to give it a try. We are offering a complimentary two night stay in one of our fully furnished retirement apartments.
To arrange a stay call us on 0800 201 4811.
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.
At Christmas, we invited children from a local school to come along and sing Carols for the homeowners. It was such a lovely event. We all had a wonderful time and the development was filled with the Christmas spirit!
Living in Willaston
The Wirral Country Park also lies along coast of the peninsular. Explore some of its fascinating nature trails and take the chance to spot local wildlife. And the Thurstaston Visitor Centre is only all year round. Perhaps in the summer you might even be able to make the most of its barbecue area! The village also features a host of amenities, including a supermarket, a charming tea room, a library, two pubs (both serving excellent food), two churches, a GP practice, a pharmacy, a hairdresser, and a barbers.
The village's recreation ground features tennis courts, football pitches, a children's play area and a pavilion. It is also the venue of the village festival (held once every three years), where you'll see many people in fancy dress and colourful parades and you can peruse bustling market stalls. And, for the green-fingered among you, you could join the local Horticultural Society. There's also an active Women's Institute in the area.
Located in the heart of the pretty village of Willaston, this new development has an excellent location. The village green is just 0.3 miles away from the development. Here you’ll find a Spar, several pubs, a Post Office and a pharmacy.
Hooton Train Station can be reached in 1.3 miles and provides convenient access to Liverpool. The village also has a restored station. This provides access to the 12-mile Wirral Way, which is perfect for scenic walks or cycling.
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.
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- 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.