McCarthy & Stone Slashes Prices on Retirement Apartments

May 20 2012

Scottish house-hunters looking for new-build retirement homes for sale at the moment will be pleased to discover that McCarthy & Stone has taken a generous £20,000 off the price of its remaining one-bedroom retirement living apartments across the country.  The special offer is valid on homes at Kingsferry Court in Braehead, Fishers Court in Pitlochry, Granary Mews in Dumfries and Kittoch Court in East Kilbride and is subject to completion by 22nd August 2012.

Kittoch Court from McCarthy & Stone

Kittoch Court in East Kilbride is one development to benefit from the McCarthy & Stone summer offer

“We’re keen to reassure buyers that now is a good time to make their move, and our £20,000 discount on one-bedroom apartments will make that move much more affordable for a wide range of buyers,” says Suzanne McElhiney, marketing manager at McCarthy & Stone. “A £20,000 discount could be the difference between making that move into retirement living or having to delay the decision. As always we aim to keep the actual process of buying and selling very easy, simple and un-stressful for customers – leaving them free to look forward to enjoying retirement life in their new apartment.”

Plus, for a limited period, new potential buyers viewing the show homes at any participating development of new homes in Scotland will be given a £20 M&S voucher, subject to terms and conditions.

McCarthy & Stone is the UK’s leading retirement living provider and has pioneered the idea of retirement living. Developments offer residents all the freedom they are used to but also the reassurance that help is easily available if needed. A house manager is on hand to look after the site and the communal facilities, which include a laundry room, central lounge and a guest suite for visiting friends and family. A 24-hour personal emergency service and TV security system on the main entrance provide extra peace of mind.

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McCarthy & Stone Research Shows How To Save Hundreds on Fuel Bills

November 2 2011

Energy Saving Week (24th to 28th October 2011), has provided a focus for McCarthy & Stone‘s latest research, which shows that owners of older properties could be paying a lot more for their heat and light than owners of one of their new-build retirement apartments. The company is the UK market leader in new retirement properties ,with over 200 plus developments across the UK.

The stark finding of the independent research commissioned by the company is that owners of older properties could be spending nearly three times more on their energy bills  than those who live in a brand new McCarthy & Stone retirement apartment. By comparing the estimated fuel bills for two properties —  a new-build McCarthy & Stone apartment and a traditional, early 1900s semi-detached house — it transpires that the older property cost an estimated £1,408 compared to £525 for the new home — almost £900 a year, or £18 per week more!

Anne and Peter Hansen

Anne and Peter Hansen's energy bills dropped more than 70% after moving into a new-build retirement property from McCarthy & Stone

18 months ago savvy McCarthy & Stone home owners Peter and Anne Hansen downsized from their two-bedroom cottage to a retirement living apartment at a McCarthy & Stone development. Since then, they report a 70% saving on their annual fuel costs. Says Peter: “Our new apartment is consistently warm, even when we return from holiday, and we’ve had no heating on whilst we’ve been away.”

At the onset of Autumn, as fuel prices spiral, energy efficiency is a major issue. Fortunately, it is one of a number of important benefits buying a new-build McCarthy & Stone retirement property ensures.

Suzanne McElhiney, marketing manager from McCarthy & Stone in Scotland explains: “Rising energy prices are a concern for everyone but the over 60s are particularly vulnerable to hikes in fuel bills,” she says. “ By moving to a McCarthy & Stone retirement apartment, homeowners can benefit from a range of energy-saving features as standard, such as double glazed windows and patio doors throughout, wall insulation, energy-efficient heating and low-energy light bulbs. Just like Mr and Mrs Hansen, we’ve proved that these features ensure dramatically reduced fuel bills in our modern retirement apartments .”

The company is currently selling a range of one- and two-bedroom apartments at its new-build retirement developments in Scotland and across the whole of the UK.

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McCarthy & Stone Offers Buyers 100% Ownership for Just 75% Purchase Price

October 17 2011

Britain’s leading private retirement property developer, McCarthy & Stone, is offering a special deal for a limited time at Cumbrae Court, its development of new retirement homes in North Ayrshire. The deal gives buyers the opportunity to own 100% of their new homes but pay just 75% of the purchase price, with prices starting at £129,950.

The development is located centrally in the seaside town of Largs on Scotland’s west coast. Featuring a mix of 43 one- and two-bedroom apartments,the properties are complete and available to move into straight away. With the deal available only on selected plots reserved on or before 25 November 2011, prospective purchasers should act quickly to secure a new retirement apartment at Cumbrae Court in time for winter.

Cumbrae Court from McCarthy & Stone

Prices start at £129,950 at Cumbrae Court, with the special deal only requiring 75% of the purchase price from buyers

“Winter is often a time that older people struggle with the maintenance of their home and they can feel overwhelmed at the prospect of getting through the winter months,” explains Suzanne McElhiney, marketing manager for McCarthy & Stone in Scotland. “Our unique deal at Cumbrae Court offers buyers the chance to pay just 75% of the list price of their chosen plot but they own 100% from day one, so they could easily be enjoying the cosy surroundings of Cumbrae Court and all it offers before the winter bites.”

Despite the many compelling benefits of buying a new-build retirement property, McCarthy & Stone realises it’s still a big decision to make and one that few will take lightly. Consequently, the company introduced a ‘Try before you Buy’ initiative which allows those who are thinking about buying an apartment at Cumbrae Court the opportunity to stay as a guest for a night or two to see the development, its residents and the lifestyle on offer for themselves.

This luxurious development of new homes in Scotland includes a wealth of features to appeal to retirees including a communal lounge for recreation and social events, a guest suite for friends and family to visit, as well as the peace-of-mind offered by a 24-hour emergency call service and video security entry to the building.

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Autumn Incentives from McCarthy & Stone

October 7 2011

The busy market town of Dumfries is the location for the latest development from McCarthy & Stone, the UK’s leading new retirement homes specialist. The Granary Mews is situated close to the town centre and station and this development of new homes in Scotland comprises 24 one- and two-bedroom apartments priced from £127,950. As part of an Autumn promotion, McCarthy & Stone has also introduced a number of incentives for a limited time.

For starters, a visit to the retirement living development’s luxurious new show complex comes with a small reward — a complimentary £15 Morrison’s voucher which can be used with the weekly shop. The show complex at The Granary Mews is open 7 days a week, from 10.30am to 5.00pm and there are two, beautifully decorated apartments for visitors to view. Those that go on to purchase a home here are able to take advantage of a combination of four years free parking and three years management charges paid.

The Granary Mews from McCarthy & Stone

There are 24 1- and 2-bed apartments at The Granary Mews, with prices starting at £127,950 from McCarthy & Stone

Suzanne McElhiney, sales and marketing manager for McCarthy & Stone Scotland, says: “Our new show complex is a great opportunity for prospective purchasers to see the level of quality and craftsmanship they can once again expect from McCarthy & Stone, plus for buyers planning their move this Autumn, our latest combination of purchaser incentives will undoubtedly prove popular.”

The 24 beautifully appointed one- and two-bedroom apartments are available with a choice of two interior options. Whichever one you choose, you’re guaranteed a stylish, modern, fully fitted kitchen, elegant bathroom and a thoroughly up-to-date specification.

Furthermore, there are additional features, designed specifically to ensure homeowners a safe, independent lifestyle. These include a security entry system, 24-hour emergency Careline call points, raised electrical sockets to minimise bending, illuminated light switches that are easy to find in the dark and easy-grip taps in the bathroom and kitchen. A guest suite for visitors makes sure family and friends can stay over, and a communal lounge for socialising and landscaped gardens further enhance the lifestyle on offer at The Granary Mews.

Suzanne adds: “With one development already successfully completed next door, our latest retirement living apartments in Dumfries offer independence combined with peace of mind. The apartments benefit from modern features, and boast kitchens that are stylish, pleasing to the eye and as a whole designed to be safe, easy and convenient to use.”

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