Don't delay, Whitaker Grange now has just 4 properties available!
You can buy the last available properties with our Shared Ownership scheme, so you could buy 50% of the property and pay rent on the remaining 50%, or buy 75% with no rent to pay on the remaining 25%.
With just one, 1 bedroom apartment remaining which is available to buy at £95,000* available with Shared Ownership, in partnership with Homes England, purchasing a 50% share at £95,000, with a monthly rent of £218pcm and 2 bed apartments from £127,500* available with Shared Ownership, in partnership with Homes England, purchasing a 50% share at £127,500, with a monthly rent of £293pcm.
*Terms and Conditions - Purchase from price shown when purchasing a 50% share, with a monthly rent payable. Other shares available. Qualifying criteria apply. Shared Ownership is available on selected apartments at participating developments only.
Our Retirement Living PLUS properties are exclusive to over 70s and offer a number of important features that provide you with the help and support you need while still allowing you to retain your independence. So, while you keep your own freedom, you'll also have peace of mind, knowing that tailor-made help and support is available if you ever require it.
Whitaker Grange, offers you with the ideal opportunity to downsize and free yourself from the burden of, cleaning and maintaining a family home. You still get to enjoy the privacy of your own home, but the exterior maintenance of your property is taken care of and you'll receive one hour of domestic support each week. Plus, you can choose the support you'd like from help doing the dishes to dusting or even shopping, we're on-hand to help.
In addition, when you move to one of our retirement properties at Whitaker Grange, you'll never feel like you're sacrificing anything, either. On the development, you'll find everything you could possibly need to enjoy a full and active retirement. This includes a bistro, a communal garden, a communal lounge and 24-hour staffing. There's even a hobby suite for anyone who wants to explore their creative side, and a library for anyone wanting a quiet read, plus a stylish guest suite for when family and friends come to stay.
Development Highlights
- Proving extremely popular with over 80% already sold!
- Ideally located in the town centre, a short walk from all the central shops.
- Excellent transport links with easy access to surrounding towns and villages
- Flexible care packages tailored to your needs and preferences
- Bistro style restaurant serving daily, freshly prepared meals & snacks
- Exclusive to over 70s
Key Features
- Wheelchair access
- Landscaped gardens
- 24 hour staffing
- Guest suite
- Care provisions
- Car parking
- Bistro
- Pets allowed
- Library
Development Site Plan
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Occupancy options
The properties at this development are leasehold properties with a term of 999 years from and including 01/01/2023
- Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas)
- Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments)
- Professional fees
- Maintenance of building and gardens
- Emergency call system
- Building insurance
- Income to guest suites and sundry income
- Development staff
- Future maintenance fund
- Restaurant
- Domestic assistance
What's not included?
- Electricity, heating and lighting (apartments)
- Home and contents insurance
- Council Tax
- Phone / broadband
- TV licence / TV service
* Reviewed annually
- You can enjoy the McCarthy Stone lifestyle without paying the full purchase price.
- Buying a percentage share of the property allows you to manage your finances to cater for possible future needs.
- If you buy 75% of the value of the property, there is no rent to pay on the outstanding share.
- If you buy 50% of the value of the property, you will pay rent on the outstanding share.
- You could claim up to £500 a year to help with essential repairs in the first 10 years.
With this scheme, you can purchase up to 75% of the value of your property – and if you own 75%, you won’t pay any rent on the outstanding 25% share. It provides a more affordable way to buy one of our retirement properties.
What is Shared Ownership and who are Homes England?
Is Shared Ownership available at all your locations?
Who will own the share of the property I don’t buy?
Do I need financial advice?
Will a financial review be needed?
What will it cost upfront?
You should plan for some one-off costs associated with your purchase, including, but not limited to the following:
• Reservation deposit (which is deducted from your final purchase)
• Solicitors Fees and disbursements
• Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) in England.
Your solicitor will be able to tell you if the tax applies and how much it will be
• Estate Agent fees if selling a current property
Can I purchase a parking space?
What does the £500 essential repairs include?
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Living in Ossett
Ossett is a quiet market town in West Yorkshire. Ideally located halfway between Dewsbury and Wakefield, it provides plenty for residents to see and explore.
Our development of retirement properties in Ossett is only a couple of minutes from the town's centre, where you'll find a range of shops, boutiques and restaurants that are the perfect place to spend an afternoon. Elsewhere in the town centre, you'll find a range of banks, a couple of supermarkets, a pharmacy and a medical practice. If you fancy a tipple, then Ossett is also home to two breweries.
On top of all this, every Tuesday and Friday you'll have the chance to wander down to the ever-popular outdoor market in the pedestrian precinct or visit the craft market in Ossett Town Hall. You'll have everything you need right on your doorstep.
If you're looking to stay fit and active in your retirement, then you?ll find four golf courses within three miles of the development, including the municipal City of Wakefield Golf Club. There's also Pugneys Watersports Centre and Country Park and the River Calder, which are perfect places for a stroll and a picnic.
In addition, a bus stop outside the development provides access to Leeds, Batley and Dewsbury, but for travel further afield, the M1 is only a 5-minute drive away. This connects you to Leeds, London and everywhere in between, making it easy for family and friends to visit.
- Conveniently situated close to these local amenities:
- Bus Stop
Getting to Location
If you are using a Sat Nav system you may need the full address of this development. The postcode may be newly created by Royal Mail and may not be accurate for some months.
The Team at Whitaker Grange
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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.
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- Retirement Living or Retirement Living PLUS? Which development type is right for you?
- Cut the cost of living: Moving into our retirement properties can save you significant sums.
- Enjoy a stress free move: Our services include Part Exchange, free removals and decluttering.
- Should you buy, rent or part buy, part rent? Find a flexible option to suit your circumstances.
- Discover thoughtful services: From friendly managers to buzzing bistros and homeowner perks.
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.