Rethink retirement in Mill Hill

Ruth and Malcolm Jacobs are now free to enjoy their retirement years in the lap of luxury, having recently moved to an exclusive development for the over 55s in a leafy part of North London.

The couple were expecting to forsake green space and period features for a central location, before discovering Countryside Properties’ stunning development in Mill Hill, which offers the Jacobs’ the perfect escape route from the rat race, yet still with easy access in to the capital.

Previously living in the busy commuter district of West Hampstead, the Jacobs’ were keen to adopt a new, less stressful life once they had both given up work. Ruth (59) and Malcom (63) have bought a newly refurbished 1930s two bedroom bungalow at re: the age exclusive development from Countryside Properties in Hammers Lane, Mill Hill, which comprises 86 properties in a conservation area.

Ruth comments: “We never imagined that a small quintessential village setting could exist within such easy reach of central London. The last thing we wanted to do was to distance ourselves from our friends and family, especially now that we have all this spare time. Mill Hill offered us a perfect solution; a charming traditional bungalow set in peaceful parkland surroundings, something that we have never found before.”

Countryside Properties is successfully redefining the concept of retirement living at Mill Hill, combining the comfort and convenience of a newly refurbished home with all the appeal of a period home in a quaint village setting. All the properties were originally built in the 1930s and include an array of period features such as high ceilings and deep windows but the refurbishment has thoroughly enhanced the properties through the installation of brand new heating systems, contemporary kitchens and bathrooms, and amending room layouts to better suit modern lifestyles.

Ruth concludes: “This development couldn’t have sprung up at a better time in our lives, just when we were looking for a new lease of life. The well established village community and our stunning new home have left us feeling thoroughly invigorated. We have spent a lot of time personalising our home and making it somewhere that is truly unique.”

Prices start from £310,000. For further information visit Re-millhill.net.