McCarthy Stone
Oak Tree Court
Retirement living in Tenterden, Kent
Operated by McCarthy Stone
What do these badges mean?
- Peaceful Neighbourhood — Among the lowest for recorded anti-social behaviour and public disorder of comparable areas (police-recorded crime).
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About
Oak Tree Court is a McCarthy Stone retirement development where properties are available to buy or rent. Located in Kent, the development sits within easy reach of Ashford town centre and nearby villages including Cranbrook, Smarden, High Halden and Sissinghurst. The area also provides access to Hastings, Rye and other towns across the Weald. Rental properties start from £2,270 per month, with purchases available from £299,000, and shared ownership options from £217,500 with a service charge of £499 per month.
Local bus services connect the development to surrounding towns and villages, making it straightforward to travel across the Kent region without a car.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website. Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsSparse
- Play SpaceLimited
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtAmple
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldSparse
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesAdequate
- Retail ShoppingAmple
- SupermarketsSparse
- TakeawaysLimited
Gallery
Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,063 |
| 2025 | £1,187 |
Local health safety net
Oak Tree Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is William Harvey Hospital (Ashford), 11.3 miles away. The local GP practice is IVY COURT SURGERY, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
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 Oak Tree Court.
≈ £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 Tenterden
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Tenterden Social Hub and Dementia Centre Limited
Tenterden Day Centre helps elderly, disabled and dementia sufferers to overcome difficulties giving them an opportunity to take part in as many varied activities as possible. Core activities…
Age Concern Cranbrook and District
Seeks to enhance quality of life for the elderly. all funds raised are applied for the benefit of the local community.
Part of McCarthy Stone
Oak Tree Court 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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