McCarthy Stone
Island View
Retirement living in Basingstoke, Hampshire
Operated by McCarthy Stone
What do these badges mean?
- Green Surroundings — Excellent access to parks, playing fields and other green space nearby (OpenStreetMap).
- Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
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About
Island View is a retirement living development in Basingstoke, Hampshire, operated by McCarthy Stone. The scheme offers apartments available to buy and to rent, with rental options starting from £2,365 per calendar month. Situated on the edge of Basingstoke, the development benefits from good road connections including access to the M3, whilst being set among countryside surroundings.
The location provides convenient access to local amenities and wider South East England via major transport routes, balancing proximity to services with a more peaceful setting.
What's nearby
- Near a main road
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpacePlentiful
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkAdequate
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenLimited
- Playing FieldAdequate
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesLimited
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysLimited
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Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,203 |
| 2025 | £1,245 |
Local health safety net
Island View is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital, 3.7 miles away. The local GP practice is CAMROSE GILLIES AND HACKWOOD PARTNERSHIP, 1.6 miles away.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Costs at a glance
Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.
The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat
The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for Island View.
≈ £8,500/year · £163/week
Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.
Community & connection in Basingstoke
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Basingstoke Neighbourcare
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Viables Community Association
We promote the benefit of people in the Viables area by organising activities and events to advance education and provide facilities for recreation and leisure-time occupation. With partners,…
Hook Shed
To promote social inclusion for the public benefit of men and women living in and around Hook, Hampshire, to combat loneliness and social isolation arising as a result of their age, infirmity,…
Age Concern,tadley and District
To promote the wellbeing of all older people and help to make later life fulfilling and an enjoyable experience. We organise and run a lunch club with entertainment and outings. A chiropody…
Tadley Elderly Day Care
Provision of respite day care for elderly people in a safe and friendly environment and relief for their carers. Activities are designed to provide stimulus and enjoyment for the clients.
Part of McCarthy Stone
Island View is one of 388 properties run by McCarthy Stone on AskBart. See how the group's properties are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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