Isabella House

Retirement housing
For sale (1)
Hale Road, Gascoyne Way, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8EN
Hale Road, Gascoyne Way, Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG13 8EN

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Managed by
McCarthy Stone Management Services
Make the most of life

We believe we all deserve to live a life well lived, and at McCarthy Stone we want to help make the UK the best place in which to grow old.

Manager's Description

"Right in the heart of the city, the McCarthy & Stone Hertford Retirement Living development enjoys a great location opposite Hertford Castle. The development is also close to public transport, with He..." Show more "Right in the heart of the city, the McCarthy & Stone Hertford Retirement Living development enjoys a great location opposite Hertford Castle. The development is also close to public transport, with Hertford North train station 0.9 miles away. The Hertford Retirement Living development features 14 one bedroom apartments and 10 two bedroom apartments. These apartments are available only for those over 60, which means you’ll be a part of a close-knit, like-minded community. The apartments are fully fitted with everything you could need, including a large bedroom, modern kitchen and bathroom, and a spacious living room ideal for entertaining." Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Leasehold and Rent (market) and Shared Ownership
24 flats. Built in 2018. Sizes 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom.
Non-resident management staff and Careline alarm service
Lift, Lounge, Guest facilities, Garden, car parking facilities, WiFi access in lounge
New residents accepted from 60 years of age. Both cats & dogs generally accepted (subject to terms of lease and landlord's written permission).
Housing Authority: East Hertfordshire
Social Care Authority: Hertfordshire
Architects: Lewis & Hickey Ltd

Info updated: 20/06/2016
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Availability

The following details have been provided to EAC:
Resale: A 2 bedroom apartment. Asking price £450,000. (Notified 14/03/2024) Contact McCarthy Stone Resales on 0345 556 4121 or click here to view details on their website.

Comments made in nominations for the EAC National Housing for Older People Awards

"Very kind and caring staff, clean and tidy and happy people. "
Made by a visitor in 2019

"It’s an excellent facility providing the best care and welfare. Ensuring complete trust for the residents and their families.
Isabella House is man..." Show more
"It’s an excellent facility providing the best care and welfare. Ensuring complete trust for the residents and their families.
Isabella House is managed with care kindness and empathy." Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"It’s an excellent facility which is very well managed providing great care for both the residents and their families/friends"
Made by a visitor in 2019

"Lovely friendly staff always on hand "
Made by a visitor in 2019

"It's a fantastic place and so well run"
Made by a visitor in 2019

"I am in favour of good housing provision for elderly members of the community."
Made by a visitor in 2019

"It is beautifully clean & decorated to a high standard. The whole building smells lovely with plugins. It is very welcoming. My parents have settled i..." Show more
"It is beautifully clean & decorated to a high standard. The whole building smells lovely with plugins. It is very welcoming. My parents have settled in wonderfully & made lots of new friends with the other residents. " Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"It is a superbly run apartment block that my in-laws love. The staff and other residents are fantastic and it has been the best move for them. Help is..." Show more
"It is a superbly run apartment block that my in-laws love. The staff and other residents are fantastic and it has been the best move for them. Help is on hand whenever they need it and it is maintained beautifully " Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"My parents bought an apartment here last year and love it. The staff are amazing "
Made by a visitor in 2019

"The wonderful helpful friendly staff, especially June, the house manager..
Lovely atmosphere, parents are so happy there, best thing they ever done mo..." Show more
"The wonderful helpful friendly staff, especially June, the house manager..
Lovely atmosphere, parents are so happy there, best thing they ever done moving to Isabella House " Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"lovely mix of people/staff"
Made by a visitor in 2019

"Beautiful place. June the House Manager is awesome. Always smiling and has all the residents needs in the forefront. My mum and dad are SO happy there..." Show more
"Beautiful place. June the House Manager is awesome. Always smiling and has all the residents needs in the forefront. My mum and dad are SO happy there. Great social life to. Still trying to get there on Fish & Chips night! ;-) " Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"Great service, brilliant atmosphere and a very friendly home. "
Made by a visitor in 2019

"Lively friendly development, welcoming House Manager"
Made by a visitor in 2019

"Very Modern, high standard, lovely ambience & home owners"
Made by a visitor in 2019

"BEAUTIFULLY KEPT BUILDING. WONDERFUL FACIILITIES. LOTS HAPPENING THERE FOR RESIDENTS. FABULOUS MANAGER. GREAT CROWD OF RESIDENTS, VERY INTERACTIVE ..." Show more
"BEAUTIFULLY KEPT BUILDING. WONDERFUL FACIILITIES. LOTS HAPPENING THERE FOR RESIDENTS. FABULOUS MANAGER. GREAT CROWD OF RESIDENTS, VERY INTERACTIVE BUNCH OF PEOPLE. ALWAYS LOTS OF LAUGHTER WHEN YOU VISIT. GARDENS WONDERFUL TOO." Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"Friendly and the manager is very approachable if a problem needs sorting "
Made by a visitor in 2019

"Speaking to the residents they said it was their other family, how lovely to know as you retire these places exist. The surroundings are beautiful an..." Show more
"Speaking to the residents they said it was their other family, how lovely to know as you retire these places exist. The surroundings are beautiful and the staff really friendly. Safe, secure, friendly what more could you ask for. " Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"Wow what a lovely luxurious place to live! All facilities are excellent, all your needs taken care of. Run by an efficient, friendly and welcoming tea..." Show more
"Wow what a lovely luxurious place to live! All facilities are excellent, all your needs taken care of. Run by an efficient, friendly and welcoming team." Show less

Made by a visitor in 2019

"Very friendly place to visit and well run and managed. "
Made by a visitor in 2019

"i feel safe i feel ten years younger i feel more confident at ninety this summer what more can i ask for"
Made by a resident in 2019

"Isabella House is beautiful development with 24 apartments. The design of the building along with the communal outside areas make this development an..." Show more
"Isabella House is beautiful development with 24 apartments. The design of the building along with the communal outside areas make this development an amazing place to live. The residents who live there along with June the house mananger create a welcoming and fun atmosphere. " Show less

Made by a staff member in 2019

"Wonderful retirement home for elderly people, i sm thrilled to bits being a home owner here"
Made by a resident in 2019

"Friendly place, i liked the apartment straight away, liked the fact everywas done when i moved in"
Made by a resident in 2019

"Because its nice & warm and so arr the home owners and the Manager "
Made by a resident in 2019

" This is a good development with excellent staff, nice ambiance every one is friendly here, one big happy family "
Made by a resident in 2019

"A home that combines an environment of luxury with an excellent
apartment. It is a relatively small development with a communal living which at presen..." Show more
"A home that combines an environment of luxury with an excellent
apartment. It is a relatively small development with a communal living which at present is fully supported, giving that feeling of belonging .here" Show less

Made by a resident in 2019

"Staff are very caring and residents are very happy. "
Made by a visitor in 2019

"It’s like walking in to a 5 star hotel & has a lovely vibe about the place."
Made by a visitor in 2019

"Safe, secure, convenient and friendly"
Made by a resident in 2019

"I am living in a well designed, well appointed and warm apartment, the House Manager, June Lee, is very helpful, efficient and very friendly, as are a..." Show more
"I am living in a well designed, well appointed and warm apartment, the House Manager, June Lee, is very helpful, efficient and very friendly, as are all the senior Management of the scheme together with all the other residents living in Isabella House." Show less

Made by a resident in 2019

"High Standard of Development, really efficient House Manager, wonderful community spirit between all residents, many & varied activities. In all it's ..." Show more
"High Standard of Development, really efficient House Manager, wonderful community spirit between all residents, many & varied activities. In all it's like being on a NEVER-ENDING HOLIDAY!" Show less

Made by a resident in 2019

"Beautifully designed apartments. Comfortable communal areas. Easy access to town centre"
Made by a resident in 2019

"Its an amazing development, you have to visit to feel the atmosphere here, outstanding...."
Made by a staff member in 2019
Managed by
McCarthy Stone Management Services
Make the most of life

We believe we all deserve to live a life well lived, and at McCarthy Stone we want to help make the UK the best place in which to grow old.

National Housing for Older People Awards
East of England region bronze award winner
in the EAC Housing for Older People Awards 2019.
Category: Retirement housing under 25 units.
Sponsor: ERoSH.
Memberships
Retirement Housing Group: The organisation that developed and/or manages this facility is a member of the Retirement Housing Group which advocates for more good quality retirement housing
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