The UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, McCarthy Stone, has launched a new selection of apartments for rent, making the company one of the largest and most experienced retirement rental providers in the country. Brand new apartments will shortly be available to rent at Laburnums on Chalkwell Avenue, Westcliff-on-Sea in Essex. Responding to the growing trend to rent in later life these new apartments, exclusively available for over 60s, are expected to be popular with retirees.
The company is committed to making all the benefits of the retirement living lifestyle more accessible than ever before. The launch of additional rental apartments is in response to demand from older people currently living in homes that are becoming unsuitable for their needs, and wanting to move or downsize to a property that suits later life living.
Choosing to rent in retirement can be a savvy decision. It provides a quick and convenient way of moving to what may be a more suitable and manageable home, but without the commitment of ownership, and incurring the costs involved in selling and purchasing another property. That makes it easier to move in – and out – of the property, but with Assured Tenancy Agreements, tenants can stay for as long as they like.
Laburnums will contain just 27 spacious and comfortable one and two-bedroom apartments, along with stylish and spacious facilities to create a unique brand of retirement living designed to enrich quality of life. Providing an ideal space for homeowners and tenants alike to forge new friendships, the development’s communal lounge will sit at the heart of day-to-day life alongside attractive landscape gardens and a handy guest suite for friends and family to stay overnight.
For peace of mind, a House Manager will be on-site during office hours to oversee the day-to-day running of each development, while a 24/7 emergency call system and camera entry system in each property means homeowners can feel safe and secure.
This new retirement community is in the final stages of construction, and residents will be able to move in this autumn. Anyone interested is encouraged to register now for further updates as the new homes are completed in the coming months. The development is positioned with views overlooking Chalkwell Park and is just a short walk to Chalkwell Beach, or the high street, which offers a range of pubs and eateries, as well as other local shops and amenities and several social clubs.
One couple deciding renting is the best option for them are Peter Clapham, 83, and his wife, Jean, 89, who live at the McCarthy Stone development Campbell House in Weybridge. Peter comments: “Before moving here, we lived in a four-bedroom property with a garden, which was becoming increasingly difficult to maintain.
“We decided to rent a property as this would enable us to take advantage of the capital we released when we sold our previous home. This has meant we’ve been able to support our two sons and grandchildren financially.
“The development has been built to such a high standard, and the shared spaces throughout are excellent. Plus, the staff are exceptionally kind and caring. Living here truly suits us to a tee.”
What’s more, a recent study[1] by Homes England highlighted that living in retirement housing results in improved levels of happiness, satisfaction and wellbeing, thanks to increased opportunities for socialising, and having care and support on hand should it be needed. According to McCarthy Stone, retirement housing brings a whole raft of other benefits, including releasing local homes in the area when older people downsize, stimulating investment on the high street and reducing pressure on the NHS and social care services.
More than nine out of ten customers would recommend McCarthy Stone to a friend, ensuring it has received the full Five Star award for customer satisfaction from the Home Builders Federation. McCarthy Stone is the only UK housebuilder of any size or type to achieve this rating every year it has taken part in the survey.
At Laburnums rental prices start from £2,255 per calendar month for a one-bedroom apartment, and from £3,055 per calendar month for a two-bedroom apartment. Alternatively, apartments can be purchased outright, with one and two-bedroom properties starting from £350,000 and £450,000 respectively.
McCarthy Stone’s sales teams are fully trained in rentals and, conscious that it may be someone’s first experience of renting a property, are experts in guiding them through the process.
To find out more about Retirement Living and Laburnums please call 0800 153 3435 or visit www.mccarthystone.co.uk/laburnums.
