Homes with you in mind
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Find a retirement home near you
Accessible Retirement Living, Designed for Today and Tomorrow
At McCarthy & Stone, our retirement apartments are thoughtfully designed to help you enjoy an independent, comfortable lifestyle for longer. From practical accessibility features to discreet support systems, every home combines style, safety and convenience, giving you peace of mind both now and in the future.
Whether you’re looking to simplify daily life, future-proof your home or enjoy greater security, our retirement properties are designed to adapt with you. Features such as wider doorways, step-free access and ergonomic fittings make everyday living easier, while many homes can be adapted should your mobility needs change over time.
Retirement Homes Designed Around You
Here are just some of the ways our properties are thoughtfully designed:
- Slip-resistant flooring in the bathrooms
- Taps that are carefully chosen to look great but are easy to use and helpful for people with arthritis
- Slightly raised ‘comfort height’ toilets for ease of use
- Bathrooms that are easily adaptable to wheelchair users
- Waist-height ovens so there is less need to bend with heavy dishes
- Plug sockets that are just a bit higher to reduce kneeling and bending
- Wide hallways and doors – designed for walking aid users and easily adapted for wheelchair users
- Hearing loops in our Retirement Living PLUS apartments for a more pleasurable television experience for hearing aid users
- Digital personal alarms connected to emergency assistance 24/7
- TV entry cameras so you can see who it is before you answer the door and you can let your visitors in easily
- Integrated fire and security alarms that are monitored 24/7
- Integrated ultra efficient heating, water heating and heat recovery units as well as super insulation to ensure apartments are warm and toasty in winter and cool in summer – while saving you money on energy bills.
- Sky Q connection point in the living room for hassle-free TV*
- Pets are welcome
- Many properties have balconies or private patio
The care and support continues into our community spaces
The communal spaces in our retirement developments are thoughtfully designed with additional services for your peace of mind:
- Shorter staircases – in our newest developments the staircases only have a maximum of 12 steps before a landing – so there’s always a place for a breather!
- All developments have lifts as standard
- Non-tip chairs in the communal lounges
- Different heights and types of chairs in the lounge – so you can find one that is just right for you
- Super-insulation ensures communal spaces are cosy in winter
- Television and free Wi-Fi in the lounge
- Events, clubs and parties that bring the community together
- Fully maintained gardens for you to enjoy – some have garden sheds and space for gardeners to potter
- Solar panels on the roof keep communal energy bills down*
- Mobility scooter room with charging facilities
- On-site parking available* – some sites offer electric charging points
- All exterior/roof maintenance taken care of
- An on-site hotel-style guest suite makes having people to stay a breeze
- An on-site House Manager looks after the development and supports you with any queries and concerns – and also helps to run events and clubs that bring the community together.
Future-Proofed Living Without Compromise
Accessibility and practicality don’t mean compromising on style. Our retirement apartments feature contemporary interiors, high-quality finishes and attractive designs that you’ll be proud to call home.
Built to meet or exceed modern safety and quality standards, McCarthy & Stone retirement properties offer the perfect balance of independence, comfort and reassurance—helping you enjoy retirement with confidence for years to come.
*Facilities and features vary by development. Please check individual property details for availability.
Retirement Living Plus
Entitlements Advice
“Josh Billinge (Resales Property Consultant) and Callum Bailey (Resales Sales Progressor) were great from start to finish. I really appreciated the way they helped me navigate the final stages of the buying process, particularly in getting everything over the line in time for the moving date we were hoping for. Callum’s guidance, reassurance and chasing people up at the end made a real difference. Both Josh and Callum were friendly and reliable so I’d like to say a big thank you.”
Josh Billinge and Callum Bailey
“I have recently used McCarthy & Stone Resales to sell my mother’s apartment. The service I received from Julie Samuels was outstanding. She was a pleasure to deal with and did everything she promised. Julie is a huge asset to the company, thank you again.”
Julie Samuels, Sales Progressor
“We have just sold my mother’s apartment at Coopers Court, Yate. My son and I have been very impressed with our selling experience through McCarthy & Stone Resales from the moment the property was put on the market, until it completed. We were kept fully informed throughout the process and we felt that the Resales team were doing all that they could to help us sell the property. A special mention goes to Julie the Sales Progressor, who worked very hard and gave 110% in helping to manage the process through to a successful completion. We would highly recommend McCarthy & Stone Resales as selling agents.”
Coopers Court, Yate
“My sales progressor, Julie, kept me informed and responded quickly to my emails, texts and phone calls, and never minded how many times I was in contact. She was helpful, sympathetic and understanding.”
Julie Samuels – Sales Progressor
“My mother-in-law moved into Edward Place in 2021 and loved her apartment, the friendly community, and the activities. When her health declined, the team provided exceptional care and support. We highly recommend Edward Place for its facilities and the kindness of everyone there.”
Edward Place, Surrey
“Saxon Gardens is a well-run development with staff who go above and beyond. Melanie, the Estate Manager, and her team have created a vibrant community and I am very happy to have moved here from my solitary life previously.”
Saxon Gardens, Oakham
“A shout out to the staff at Violet Place in Bagshot. I use the guest suite facilities for visiting family and friends. They are so helpful and accommodating, the guest suite is fabulous – never fails to impress, and it is spotless.”
Violet Place, Bagshot
“I am extremely happy with the excellent service provided by the McCarthy & Stone Resales team throughout the sales process of our apartment at McKinlay Court in Kettering. Although McCarthy & Stone Resales are slightly more expensive than the other high street agents, this has proven to be money well-spent and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
McKinlay Court, Kettering
“The team at McCarthy & Stone Resales were incredibly friendly and helpful, from our very first enquiry to the completion of our property purchase at River View Court. The service provided throughout was excellent. Thank you for your assistance.”
River View Court, West Bridgford
“The whole buying process with McCarthy & Stone Resales was very easy and clear. We opted for the part-exchange process which alleviated the uncertainty of how long it would take to sell our own property. We are extremely pleased with the whole experience. Thank you!”
