Retirement Properties in East Sussex

If spending more time among nature is your priority for retirement, look to East Sussex for some of the most picturesque countryside and spectacular landscapes that you’ll find anywhere in England. Retiring in East Sussex means having the South Downs on your doorstep, and the Sussex coastline just a car trip away.

Our retirement village in East Sussex is situated in South Chailey, a fantastic location surrounded by rolling green fields yet well-connected to all of the county’s best attractions.

We have a selection of retirement properties in East Sussex for you to choose from, including comfortable cottages and spacious apartments, so you can find your ideal new home.

Why Retire in East Sussex

Miles of dramatic and rugged South East coastline meets vast, verdant countryside in East Sussex, where you’ll never run out of fascinating places to explore or new landscapes to discover. When you want to be among the action, head south to iconic and colourful Brighton, the charming market town of Lewes, or catch the train for a day out in London - you’ll feel like you have the world at your feet when you retire to our retirement village in East Sussex.

Located in South Chailey and looking out towards the South Downs, our retirement properties in East Sussex are served by great transport links so getting out and about is easy and straightforward.

Find your new favourite walking trail through the wild hills and grassland of the South Downs National Park, or explore the rural woodlands of High Weald that are rooted in medieval history.
Spend days by the sea in the famously vibrant seaside towns of Brighton, Eastbourne or heritage-rich Hastings, visit Rye and wander around its cobbled streets and scenic harbour, or take in the spectacular views over the English Channel with a walk along the coastal path at Beachy Head.
Tick off spectacular National Trust properties including 14th-century Bodiam Castle and its impressive moat, Sheffield Park and Garden which has over 300 acres of woodland and parkland to immerse yourself in, and Bateman’s, the former family home of Rudyerd Kipling.
London Gatwick Airport is just over 30 minutes’ drive from our East Sussex retirement village, making holidays or trips to visit faraway family members easier than ever.
Benefit from East Sussex’s excellent NHS hospitals and private healthcare facilities, and convenient rail links to London for access to its major treatments.

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Our Retirement Community in East Sussex

Gradwell Park

With stunning natural surroundings and exceptional facilities designed around your wellbeing, our luxury retirement village in East Sussex, Gradwell Park, is where your next chapter begins - and you can feel confident that it will be your best one yet.

Our community is thriving at Gradwell Park in South Chailey, and you will too with amenities that include a wellness centre with gym, nature trail, and community allotment, helping you to stay active, while the excellent bistro and packed calendar of events and activities ensure your social life is as busy as you like it to be. Other convenient onsite facilities include a library, hair salon, and village shop.

South Chailey, and the market town of Lewes are just a short distance from Gradwell Park, and our free minibus service for residents serves the local towns so shopping trips or days out couldn’t be easier. The nearby railway stations can take you to the South East coast or into central London, and you’re close to major roads for getting around the county or into the South Downs for a hike.

Our East Sussex retirement community offers a mixture of charming cottages and comfortable apartments, with one, two, and three-bedroom properties available so you can have all the space you need. Register your interest in Gradwell Park now, and our friendly team will be in touch to tell you more.

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Why Choose our East Sussex Retirement Properties?

Whether you want to fill your days with activities and social events, or relax and take life at your own pace, our outstanding village of new retirement homes in East Sussex has everything you need - and more. Live independently and confidently with flexible retirement properties, first-class amenities, and a supportive team on hand whenever you need them; you’ll soon feel at home among a lively community of like-minded residents who will all quickly become friends.

Wellness and community: Fitness facilities and inviting outdoor spaces make prioritising your wellbeing, and connecting with your community easy.
Flexible, futureproofed living: Move to our East Sussex retirement community your way with a choice of homes to rent or buy, and 24/7 emergency support available, plus additional care services should you need them.
Environmental sustainability: From eliminating single-use plastics to sourcing local ingredients for our bistro menu, we’re committed to a better future for everyone at our retirement village in East Sussex.
Amenities that enrich daily life: An exceptional standard of onsite amenities and a busy and varied social calendar for residents ensures that no two days are ever the same.
A lifestyle for the long term: We strive to build inviting and inclusive communities in which you can enjoy your perfect retirement, rather than focusing on short-term property sales.

Our village is designed for independent retirement living in East Sussex, but you can always feel assured that we’re here whenever you need us. 24/7 emergency support is available, as are additional care services so you can stay within our East Sussex retirement community should your needs change in the future.

Learn more about how moving to one of our villages works, whether you’re already local to East Sussex, are thinking about relocating for your ideal retirement, or are helping a loved one to plan theirs. You can also find out about our upcoming Discovery Days, which are your opportunity to visit our East Sussex retirement properties, experience the amenities, meet the residents, and find your perfect home for the next exciting and enriching chapter of your life.

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Retiring in East Sussex