Build a Care Home

Build a self-operating,
cash flow-positive
business.

Join a growing community of care cottage developers earning consistent, recession-proof revenue from state-licensed residential care homes.

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Proven Plans
✅
state licensing Compliant
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Fully Supported
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Cash Flow Positive
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Sunrise Cottage Development
10-bed · The Grange · Hampshire
In Progress
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Planning & Approval
Planning permission granted
Jan 2026
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Foundation & Frame
Build underway
Feb 2026
→
Interior Build
Fit-out in progress — 68% complete
Now
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State Licensing
Application ready to submit
May 2026
5
Launch & First Residents
Target full occupancy in 3 months
Jun 2026
$620k
Build cost
$338k
Projected annual revenue
1.8yrs
Est. payback period
10 beds
state licensing capacity
$6,500
Average weekly revenue at full occupancy
1.2 yrs
Average payback period
480 sq ft
Per resident minimum (state licensing regulation)
98%
Planning approval rate with our specs
By the Numbers

The numbers don't lie.
Senior care is the investment of the decade.

With an ageing population, rising demand, and strong government support, care cottage development is one of the most resilient property investments available.

10-Bed Cottage — Annual Revenue
At 94% occupancy (national average)
Projected Annual Revenue $338,000
Staff Costs (% of revenue) 65%
Overheads (utilities, supplies) 12%
Net Profit Margin 23%
Market Performance Indicators
US care home sector 2025 data
National Occupancy Rate 94%
Planning Approval Rate (our specs) 98%
Operator Satisfaction Score 4.7/5
state licensing Good / Outstanding ratings 91%
Floor Plans

4 distinct Care Cottage designs.

Every design is drawn to state licensing specification, pre-reviewed for planning, and comes with full architectural drawings ready to submit.

Bed 1
Bed 2
WC
Lounge
Bed 3
Kitchen
Bed 4–6
6-bed plan
Essential
The Meadow
6 beds
2,400 sq ft
$380k build
Bed 1
Bed 2
Bed 3
WC
Lounge/Dining
Bed 4
Kitchen
Office
Bed 5–8
8-bed plan
Popular
The Orchard
8 beds
3,200 sq ft
$490k build
RECOMMENDED
Bed 1
Bed 2
Bed 3
WC
Lounge
Bed 4–5
Kitchen
Office
Bed 6–8
Bed 9–10
10-bed plan
Recommended
The Grange
10 beds
4,000 sq ft
$620k build
Bed 1
Bed 2
Bed 3
WC
Lounge
Bed 4–6
Kitchen
Office
Beds 7–12
12-bed plan
Premium
The Manor
12 beds
4,800 sq ft
$740k build
Room Specifications

Every square foot designed for resident dignity and operator efficiency.

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Resident Room
Min. 12m² (14m² ensuite) · state licensing compliant
  • Full ensuite wet room with grab rails
  • Ceiling track hoist provision
  • Nurse call system integrated
  • Double-aspect window for natural light
  • Built-in wardrobes and storage
  • Emergency evacuation compliant
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Communal Lounge
Min. 2.5m² per resident · Activity-ready
  • Open-plan dining and lounge area
  • Wide-access doors (36 inches minimum)
  • Direct garden access via patio doors
  • TV and activity area zones
  • Acoustic insulation for comfort
  • Dementia-friendly color palette
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Kitchen / Dining Area
Commercial spec · state licensing food safety compliant
  • Commercial-grade surfaces and equipment
  • Separate food prep and serving zones
  • Allergen management storage built in
  • Staff facilities and handwashing stations
  • Temperature monitoring provision
  • Adjacent dining space for 100% occupancy
Support Packages

Your level of involvement. Your level of support.

Whether you're a seasoned developer or building your first care home, we have a package to match your experience and confidence.

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Self-Managed
Do It Yourself
You've got the experience and team. We provide the drawings, specifications, and regulatory guidance — you manage the build.
  • Full architectural drawings (CAD + PDF)
  • state licensing specification documents
  • Planning application guidance
  • Regulatory compliance checklist
  • Email support during build
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Guided Build
Done With You
The most popular choice. Our project managers work alongside you at every stage, from planning to the day you receive your state licensing certificate.
  • Everything in DIY package
  • Dedicated project manager
  • 4 site visits during build
  • state licensing application completion
  • Staff recruitment support
  • Soft launch planning
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Full Service
Done For You
The ultimate hands-off development. We manage everything — land identification, planning, build, state licensing, and staffing. You collect revenue on day one.
  • Land sourcing and acquisition
  • Planning and approvals managed
  • Full build project management
  • state licensing handled
  • Staff hired and trained pre-launch
  • Ongoing operational support
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Number of Beds 10
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Project Projection
Estimated Build Cost
$620,000
Excluding land acquisition
Cost Per Bed
$62,000
Based on standard specification
Monthly Revenue Projection
$28,200
At 94% occupancy, blended fee rate
Break Even Point
22 months
From first resident admission
Annual Net Profit (Year 2+)
$78,000
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Your Care Cottage. Your cash flow. Your legacy.

Start your application today and join operators already building profitable, purpose-built care homes across the US and Canada.

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