This beautiful development is set within the leafy town of Tunbridge Wells and nestled between local amenities. The location of the development also offers easy access to surrounding areas including Tonbridge, High Weald, Sevenoaks, Crowborough and Crawley.
Conveniently located for Royal Tunbridge Wells train station with direct trains to London's Charing Cross station, The Dairy is a Retirement Living PLUS development that is specifically designed to give homeowners over the age of 70 peace of mind with staff on hand 24 hours a day. With a range of both one and two bedroom apartments available, this is the perfect solution for anyone looking for a little extra support whilst maintaining an independent lifestyle.
The development offers a 24-hour emergency call system and is fully wheelchair accessible with a mobility scooter charging room to make daily life as easy to navigate as possible. A 24 hour Estate Management team ensure that a high standard of living is maintained throughout the building, and domestic assistance is also available to those who would like it. There is a bus stop conveniently located directly outside the development, offering easy access to the town centre and surrounding areas.
With a hair and nail salon, lifts to all floors, club lounge and restaurant serving nutritious meals daily and a south facing courtyard garden, The Dairy is designed to be comfortable and accessible and cater to all of life's little needs in a relaxed and friendly environment. Additionally, the restaurant conveniently stocks everyday items for you to buy, just in case you need any daily essentials such as bread or milk.
Development Highlights
- Last apartment remaining
- Conveniently located near to town centre
- Pamper yourself in the wellbeing suite
- Historical attractions in the area
- Local art gallery and theatres
- Estates management team
Key Features
- 24 hour staffing
- Bistro
- Care provisions
- Estates Manager
- Guest suite
- Landscaped gardens
- Pets allowed
- Wheelchair access
- Salon
Virtual Tours
See for yourself what The Dairy has to offer with virtual tours of our one bedroom apartment, two bedroom apartment and Communal area. To get the best experience click the full screen icon with the four arrows below in the bottom left menu bar.
Interactive Site Plan
Our interactive site plan allows you to explore the properties on this retirement development. Click on the arrows to switch between floors. Properties in green are available and those in red are already reserved, sold or rented out. When you click on an available property you can see information about the sales and rental prices (all rental prices include service charges and ground rent). From there you can click through to the property page to get the full details.
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Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/06/2017
* To be offset against your initial payment and fully refundable should your tenancy not proceed
- 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
- Weekly domestic assistance
- Use of the on-site restaurant
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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Living in Royal Tunbridge Wells
The historic spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells is one of the most popular towns in Kent, retaining much of its original charm and character. One of only three towns in England to be bestowed the 'Royal' tag, Tunbridge Wells was recognised for the honour by King Edward VII in 1909 thanks to its rich history and royal patronage. This is the perfect place to enjoy relaxed afternoons strolling through The Pantiles and browsing local boutiques.
The town centre is less than half a mile from the development and combines specialist shops with larger high street names, creating a great mix of old and new traditions in a pleasant historic setting. Facilities include banks, boutique shops and larger department stores including Fenwicks and Hoopers.
The area has a rich history and has been attracting visitors and tourists since the 17th century when a fresh water spring was discovered on the site. Lovers of culture and entertainment will find plenty to enjoy in Royal Tunbridge Wells, with a fantastic local museum and busy art gallery, as well as a range of theatres featuring a variety of shows from family events to classical music. The Spa Valley Railway also offers a fascinating insight into steam trains and travel. Young family members will love the regular family orientated events that take place throughout the year at the Calverley Grounds gardens.
The Dairy is conveniently located next door to a Tesco Express and close to a local NHS surgery and pharmacy. The local area offers plenty of green spaces. Just a short walk from the development you will find the beautiful St John's recreation ground offering plenty of outdoor space and activities. Within easy reach of the development you'll find a fantastic local bowls club, tennis courts and a croquet lawn. In 2014 the local Calverley Grounds won the national 'in bloom' competition thanks to its beautiful flowers and plants.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Bank
- Bus stop
- Cafe
- Dentist
The Dairy is in a prime location, with all the local amenities on your doorstep. Both a Tesco Express and Sainsbury’s Local can be found within 300 feet of the development.
Sports fans will find many activities close by. St John’s Recreation Ground is just 0.2 miles away. Here you can enjoy the meadow land, the bowling greens and tennis courts.
If you want to travel further afield, it is just 1.1 miles to Tunbridge Wells Railway Station.
Getting to Location
If you are using a Sat Nav system please use the following postcode: TN4 9PG. The postcode for The Dairy is newly created by Royal Mail and may not be accurate for some months.
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