These chic retirement homes are for sale

Retirement doesn’t have to mean putting your feet up. But it should mean giving up all those jobs you don’t want to do.

At a new range of McCarthy and Stone riverside apartments, there’s someone on hand to take care of those extra exterior maintenance jobs, like gardening and cleaning the windows.

That means more time for residents to just enjoy living retirement to the full.

Better still, new William Turner Court is located on Goosehill, right on the riverbank, so you can sit back and enjoy beautiful views of the water - and the landscaped gardens - every day. Selected apartments also feature a balcony.Exclusively aimed at people aged 60 and over, the Retirement Living development has a stylish collection of 55 one and two-bedroom apartments.

Facilities at William Turner Court include a homeowners’ lounge, where you can spend time with friends and meet new neighbours; and a convenient guest suite and on-site parking should you have visitors to stay.

Excellent security systems are in place, including 24-hour emergency calls. A House Manager is also on hand during office hours, to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the development. Lift access is available throughout the building too. You won’t have to worry about a thing.

Every apartment has a stylish and classy interior - a fully fitted kitchen and bathroom, and walk-in wardrobes in the bedroom.Morpeth, located in the heart of Northumberland, is a charming market town widely known for its natural beauty and rich history, and is the gateway to all Northumberland has to offer.

Locals and visitors can make the most of its eclectic mix of shops, from high street fashion brands and labels to independent gifts and treasures. Morpeth also boasts the longstanding department store, Rutherfords, as well as a bustling weekly market and Morpeth Farmers Market on the first Saturday of the month.

With plenty to see and do Morpeth is the ideal place to live your retirement to the fullest.Liz Green, Regional Sales and Marketing Director for McCarthy and Stone North East, the UK’s leading retirement housebuilder, said: "We believe you shouldn’t have to compromise on quality of life or the level of freedom you’re used to during your retirement. McCarthy and Stone ensures every small detail is taken care of and the needs of each individual are catered for.“As a company we are committed to delivering an exceptional lifestyle, and William Turner Court is no different. The development has a truly beautiful setting and luxuriously-appointed accommodation, with all the latest mod-cons and thoughtful design features, to make retirement as stress-free as possible.”With its fascinating history, glorious countryside, stone houses and cottages, and plenty of outdoor activities; a full and active retirement awaits in Morpeth. Everything you could need is right on your doorstep, and it’s well connected too - Newcastle is just a half hour drive, the coast 15 minutes, and the Kielder Forest 30 minutes.With just a few properties at William Turner Court remaining, two-bedroom apartments start from £284,999.Those interested in exploring more about what Retirement Living in Morpeth has to offer, are encouraged to get in touch with McCarthy and Stone by simply calling: call 0800 153 3716 or by visiting: www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/williamturnercourt