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Retirement property for sale in Westgate-on-Sea.
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Exclusive to the over 60s, these stunning independent living apartments will be minutes from Westgate library and just a short stroll from the town’s charming Victorian centre where you’ll find pubs, restaurants and shops. The beautiful Blue Flag beach of West Bay is less than a kilometre away. There are excellent transport links too, the development is just five minutes’ walk from Westgate-on-Sea train station.
Easy independent living for the over 60s
If you are looking for the flexibility of a private property to rent in Westgate-on-Sea – or the stability of buying your own retirement housing, then this Retirement Living development for the over 60s could be perfect. Choose from spacious and low maintenance one and two bedroom retirement apartments with either walk-out balconies, Juliet balconies or patios.
You’ll also have access to stylish communal spaces, including a relaxing lounge with free Wi-Fi, and a pretty landscaped garden. Our community facilities soon become a hive of informal social gatherings and regular clubs, events and meet-ups to suit all interests.
Pets are welcome, parking is available for homeowners and guests and the hotel-style guest suite makes it easy for friends and family to stay over. You’ll also enjoy the peace of mind of a friendly on-site manager to keep an eye on things for you.
These Retirement Living properties in Westgate-on-Sea will offer:
- Walk out balconies, Juliet balconies or patios
- Fully-fitted kitchens with integrated appliances
- Master bedrooms with walk in wardrobes or fitted wardrobes as standard
- Sky Q connection point in the living room
- 24-hour emergency call system, fire detection and door camera entry, so you can see who it is before answering the door.
Safe, secure and energy efficient for your peace of mind
All our new retirement housing is carefully designed to be a pleasure to live in. Warm and energy efficient for cheaper living costs, these retirement properties for sale or rent in Westgate-on-Sea will have the latest safety and security features built in too.
Development Highlights
- Stunning retirement property for sale or rent in Westgate-on-Sea with excellent transport links
- Beautiful, energy saving, low maintenance over 60s retirement housing for stress-free independent living
- Coastal living close to shops and amenities as well as beautiful green spaces and Blue Flag beaches
- Lovely sociable shared landscaped gardens maintained for you to enjoy
- Stylish communal lounge for parties, events and everyday socialising
- Manager on-site during office hours to help keep everything running smoothly
Key Features
By the sea- Pets allowed
- 24/7 call system
- Car parking
- House Manager
- Landscaped gardens
- Communal lounge
- Guest suite
- Lifts to all floors
Occupancy options
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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Things to do in Westgate-on-Sea, Kent
Opposite a green space in a quiet residential area close to the town centre, these retirement properties for sale in Westgate-on-Sea are perfectly placed for you to enjoy everything this sought-after seaside town has to offer.
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This traditional Victorian town has quaint independent shops and two fantastic Blue Flag beaches: West bay and Mildred’s Bay, each with beachside cafes and pubs so you can enjoy the sea view in comfort.
Mildred’s Bay was used by seaplanes in the First World War but is now a family friendly sandy beach with beach huts, deckchairs and jet ski hire on offer. There are tennis courts and a putting green nearby, although if you are after a more serious golfing experience then the stunning clifftop course of Westgate and Birchington Golf Club is the one for you. There’s a popular cricket club too. Ramblers will enjoy the coastal paths – you can even walk (or cycle) to Margate in under an hour– although they are very regular bus and train services.
If you’re after a more relaxing day out, you can watch a film at the Carlton Cinema, browse the quirky shops and arcades or indulge yourself in the many cafes, bars and restaurants. There’s a strong community heart to Westgate-on-Sea too and a popular annual food festival, the Freewheelin’ Feastival, which offers tasty bites and entertainment for all ages.
Getting to Location
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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.