Retirees in Kendal celebrate 'the good times' with a drink in hand

There was cause for celebration as homeowners at a McCarthy Stone Retirement Living community in Kendal came together in good spirits to mark the development’s first birthday.

Homeowners and staff at Alavana Place gathered in the communal lounge, where they were able to toast the new community and enjoy some nibbles, cake and a glass of fizz while reminiscing over new friendships made, and precious memories from the past year.

Louise Flynn, Divisional Marketing Manager for McCarthy Stone, said: “We had a fantastic time at Alavana Place celebrating 12 months since we opened our doors. It’s been great to see so many homeowners embrace independent retirement living in such a beautiful market town location, with a great support system around them allowing homeowners to feel secure, and which gives them peace of mind for the future.”

Designed to meet the specific needs of the over 60s, Alavana Place comprises an elegant mix of one and two-bedroom apartments, along with heartwarming features to create a unique brand of retirement living in the local area with independence and community at its heart.

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Alavana Place Homeowners Celebrate 1 Year at the Development

On-site amenities include a spacious communal lounge ideal for forging new friendships, a hobbies room, library and beautifully landscaped gardens which can be enjoyed all year round. A luxury, hotel-style guest suite provides the perfect space for friends and relatives to spend an overnight visit, while a House Manager is on-site during office hours to oversee the day-to-day running of the development and offer support, ensuring peace of mind. Additional reassurance comes from the latest safety and security features, including 24/7 emergency call points and video door entry.

A range of purchasing options are available at Alavana Place to make retiring in style more accessible, such as the Shared Ownership scheme in partnership with Homes England, which allows retirees to enjoy the benefits of Retirement Living without committing to the full purchase price. For example, retirees can pay just 50% of the property value of an apartment at the development, and monthly rent payable on the remaining 50%, with one-bedroom apartments available from £115,000*. With Purchase prices for a one-bedroom apartment standing from £198,950 and two-bedroom homes from £349,950.

To find out more about Retirement Living at Alavana Place, please call 0800 882 1829 or visit www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/alavana-place.

*Shared ownership prices are subject to availability. For terms and conditions, click here: www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/what-we-offer/occupancy-options/shared-ownership

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