Retirement Properties in Great Cambourne
Do you enjoy the hustle and bustle of a town centre? Do you admire bold, modern design? Do you enjoy a spot of retail therapy, like to meet friends in a cosy coffee shop or enjoy watching your local sports team at the weekends? McCarthy Stone's Retirement Living development in Cambourne has all this and more on its doorstep. This popular development only has a small amount of properties available now to purchase or rent, so why wait as we don't want you to miss out.
Situated in the centre of the lively town of Cambourne and boasting outstanding contemporary design, this landmark building offers a choice of 28 one-bed apartments and 25 two-bed apartments, with many featuring their own balcony. All residents have access to both the spectacular roof terrace and the communal south-facing Sky Lounge, from which you can admire wonderful extended views over Cambourne. There are also four stunning penthouse apartments available.
Each apartment, and in fact the entire development, has been designed with your new lifestyle in mind. You can be as independent as you like in this safe and secure environment. The camera entry system and 24/7 call system give you peace of mind, and the on-site House Manager is available during office hours should you need anything. Lifts to all floors guarantee accessibility throughout and, with a car park and scooter store, you won’t have any problems getting out and about. We’re also happy to welcome any well-behaved pets, and the guest suite allows your friends and family to be just as comfortable as you when they come to stay.
A parade of retail shops can be found immediately opposite the development, there’s a pub and restaurants nearby, and you’ve got a great choice of local cafes. Also within walking distance is a Morrisons supermarket, Cambourne Fitness and Sports Centre and Monkfield Medical Practice. Should you need it, Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge is only 14 miles away. In a prominent town centre location, our Cambourne development offers a wealth of opportunities on your doorstep.
Development Highlights
- Lively town centre location
- Amazing views from the roof terrace
- South-facing communal Sky Lounge
- Modern with a hotel-style lobby and balconies to some apartments
- On-site House Manager
- Guest suite available
Key Features
- Lifts to all floors
- 24/7 call system
- Communal lounge
- Balconies
- Car parking
- Camera entry system
- Landscaped gardens
- Fire detection
- Wheelchair access
Virtual Tours
See for yourself what Uplands Place has to offer with virtual tours of our one bedroom apartment, two bedroom apartment and Communal lounge. 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 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, rent or shared ownership, as well as pricing. Click on 'view property' to find out more. Retirement homes shown in red are already reserved, sold or rented out, but may be available on our Resales website.
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I can without a doubt say that thanks to the beautiful community of homeowners here at Uplands Place, I am happier than I ever imagined when I first considered relocating from Scotland to Cambridgeshire.
Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/06/2021
* 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)
- 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 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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Offers Too Good To Miss
SPOTLIGHT OFFER – APARTMENT 15
APARTMENT 15 FOR £250,000 AND WE WILL PAY YOUR SERVICE CHARGE FOR TWO YEARS* - FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY.
Reserve apartment 15 before the 30th of December 2023 and legally complete by the 29th of February 2024 and we will pay your service charge for two years, saving you £5,478^.Apartment 15 is located on the first floor and features a spacious living room, and walk-in wardrobes to the master bedroom. This offer is also available in conjunction with our Smooth Move and Part Exchange service.
Meaning you can snap up this wonderful apartment at our beautiful Uplands Place development.
*Ts&Cs apply. Reservations must be made by 30th December 2023 and go on to complete by 29th February 2024. Imagery is representative.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.
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.
Living in Great Cambourne
Situated 9 miles west of Cambridge, Cambourne is what is known as a ‘new settlement’. It’s a town built-for-purpose on former agricultural land, with building having begun in 2008. As such, the town has all the amenities you could want, including a variety of shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants and takeaways, a dry cleaner, a pharmacy and a library.
If you enjoy cheering on your local sports team on a Saturday, Cambourne hosts a variety of local sports clubs. Cambourne Cricket Club, Cambourne Rovers FC (which plays in the Cambridgeshire County Football League) and Cambourne Exiles Rugby Club all offer opportunities to spectate and get involved with the teams.
If you like to keep fit, Cambourne Fitness and Sports Centre is also within walking distance of the development. With a four-court sports hall catering for a variety of activities, including badminton, table tennis and indoor cricket, as well as a dance studio and a large gym, it has something for everyone, no matter your fitness level or the sort of exercise you enjoy. It also has a juice bar where you can refresh yourself after your exertions. Community spirit and a wealth of amenities sit right at your doorstep in Cambourne.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Pharmacy
Close to convenience stores and the amenities of Cambourne, you’ll find a Morrisons supermarket a matter of feet away from the development and a medical practice within 0.3 miles.
There is also a library within 0.3 miles and Cambourne Fitness and Sports Centre is just 0.5 miles away.
Further afield, Cambridge is 9 miles from Cambourne and offers many shops, museums and attractions.
Getting to Location
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