Retirement homes: Top areas and properties
Offering the benefits of independent living but with additional support available, Edinburgh and the surrounding areas have a great range of retirement properties available. These properties are self-contained flats with modern facilities, and are generally in excellent locations with good public transport links.
Talking about the benefits of retirement properties, James Armstrong, Property Manager at DMD Solicitors & Estate Agents, said: “For individuals with no close relatives nearby, a retirement flat has a house manager who can assist with groceries and other essentials. They also have emergency pull chords as standard meaning that it is possible to get help more easily.
“Another benefit is it offers a closer group of people to socialise with (at a safe distance). Often these people will have similar circumstances and be able to provide companionship.”
We’ve highlighted some of our favourite areas with retirement developments below and picked out a few of the properties currently for sale in each.
But if you can’t find what you’re looking for below, search ESPC’s full range of retirement homes.
Retirement homes in Barnton
Barnton is one of the most sought-after locations in Edinburgh. The area is surrounded by fine open countryside which includes the grounds of Lauriston Castle and the shores and village of Cramond just a little further afield. The range of property for sale in Barnton is exactly what you would expect from such a prestigious area; a mix of luxurious architect-designed homes and large traditional villas alongside modern developments of villas, bungalows and flats.
A first-class range of shopping facilities is located at Davidson's Mains, the Gyle and Craigleith Retail Parks offering specialist shops plus Tesco, Sainsbury and Marks & Spencer stores.
Lyle Court
This bright and elegant one-bed flat in an assisted living development boasts lift access, a large residents' lounge, communal laundry facilities, restaurant dining facilities, and two residents' sun lounges (one rooftop with a balcony and terraces).
Property details
24 Lyle Court, 25 Barnton Grove, Edinburgh, EH4 6EZ
Offers over: £235,000
EPC rating: B
Selling solicitor Anderson: Strathern
This one-bed flat in a popular development would be ideal for someone who wants a balcony. It also contains a lift, and has a number of pull cords which alert the on-site 24-hour care staff.
Barnton Avenue West
For those looking for a more spacious property, this two-bed first-floor flat would be ideal. The property has a hallway with a large walk-in cupboard and a separate shelved cupboard for further storage, a bright and spacious lounge/diner with a bay window and ample room for dining furniture, a partially-tiled kitchen with an integrated induction hob and stylish under-unit lighting, two large double bedrooms with one benefitting from integrated wardrobes with sliding mirrored doors, and a fully-fitted shower room with a double shower cubicle.
Property details
2/36 Barnton Avenue West, Edinburgh, EH4 6EB
Offers over: £215,000
EPC rating: C
Selling solicitor: Neilsons
Retirement homes in Ardrossan
Ardrossan in Ayrshire is located on the east shore of the Firth of Clyde. One of the town's main industries in the 18th and 19th centuries was shipbuilding so it is now home to a ferry port with regular services to the Isle of Arran.
The town’s two beaches, Ardrossan South Beach and Ardrossan North Shore, offer beautiful coastal walks. South Beach is full of cafés, and also has grassy areas which are ideal for picnics.
This two-bed retirement property in the beautiful coastal town of Ardrossan is within close proximity of the Calmac ferry service to the Isle of Arran and has stunning views.
Property details
2 Millglen Lodges, Ardrossan, KA22 8PN
Offers over: £85,000
EPC rating: E
Selling solicitor: JAS Campbell
All local amenities including supermarkets, shops, cafes, and medical and dental services are all within easy reach from this property. The site also boasts having an onsite park manager.
The property consists of a hallway with a storage cupboard, an open-plan living room, a dining room with a hatch to the kitchen and French doors to the rear decking area, two good-sized bedrooms, a bathroom, and a kitchen with ample storage. All furniture is included in the sale.
Retirement homes in Haddington
Haddington is the main hub of East Lothian and lies less than twenty miles from Edinburgh. It is perfect for those who want to live in the countryside with city centre access and is full of beautiful walks and scenery.
The town is home to a wide variety of housing with properties with at least two bedrooms that are great for families. There are also occasionally high-end homes for sale in Haddington, with a value of over £500,000. While less common, you'll also find flats for sale from time to time as well.
If you're looking for a property with history, this two-bed flat in a former school building would be ideal. The property has a welcoming hallway with a storage cupboard, a spacious living/dining room with a feature fireplace, a modern kitchen, two good-sized bedrooms (both with fitted wardrobes) and a shower room.
Property details
6 Knox Court, Knox Place, Haddington, EH41 4EB
Offers over £107,000
EPC rating: D
Selling solicitor: McKinnon Forbes
The flat's furniture can be included if required. The development has lovely shared gardens and residents also benefit from a Careline alarm system, a shared sun room/lounge, and a laundry drying room. A warden is available onsite on weekdays.
