Retirees to get first look at new homes on former historic site in Southend
Southend retirees have been invited to an exclusive first look at plans for a new retirement community on the former site of Nazareth House.
With construction well underway, McCarthy Stone is hosting a Discovery Day on Wednesday, April 2, to showcase the development, named Haydn Place.
The event will offer a glimpse of the 60 low-maintenance, stylish one and two-bedroom retirement apartments that will soon be available.
The Discovery Day will take place at the Maritime Room at Southend Cliffs Pavilion on Station Road, with sessions at 11am and 2pm.
Places must be booked in advance by calling 0800 153 3435.
The new community will feature superb communal spaces, including a lounge for socialising and a communal garden maintained by McCarthy Stone's team.
Rebecca Johnson, sales director at McCarthy Stone, said: "Buying a new home is always a big decision, but never more so when considering downsizing and embracing a new lifestyle in an age-exclusive development.
"That's why we want to ensure those considering this option have as much information, support, and choice as possible."
Previous photo of bulldozers on site (Image: Martin Halliday)
The Discovery Day will provide an opportunity to learn more about the quality of accommodation soon to be available in Southend, as well as meet the McCarthy Stone team.
Ms Johnson added: "Our innovative approach to independent living ensures homeowners don't have to compromise on their lifestyle, their social life, or their independence.
"We're anticipating high demand for the new retirement homes at Haydn Place, so would urge anyone interested to secure their appointment as soon as possible."
Each property will be fitted with state-of-the-art security features, including a 24-hour emergency call system.
A house manager will also be on-site during office hours to ensure everything runs smoothly.
The Nazareth House development has been named Haydn Place, in honour of Southend actor Richard Haydn, and a further 84 retirement apartments are due to be built on the site by developer Acorn.
Nazareth House was established in Southend in 1873 as a home for the elderly as well as for "sickly or incurable" children.
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