Retirement properties in Devon

Our retirement apartments, bungalows and villages in Devon are thoughtfully designed to make life easier for you.

We’ve two options for independent living, Retirement Living and Retirement Living PLUS, each with differing levels of services and assisted living facilities to support you now and in the future – so you can live retirement your way.

Our Devon retirement homes have on-site access to amenities and services including:

• A friendly community with events and clubs
• Sociable lounges and gardens
• An on-site manager  
• Full maintained shared areas
• A guest suite for visitors  

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Devon’s rich cultural landscape offers a mix of activities whether you crave relaxation or adventure.

• Explore historic homes like Powderham Castle near Exeter, where you can learn more about local history and enjoy scenic views over the River Exe or visit Castle Drogo, the youngest castle in the country.
• History lovers will also enjoy Exeter Cathedral and the historic fishing village of Clovelly or the quaint streets of Totnes. 
• Visit Torquay’s Bygones Victorian Museum, which offers the chance to explore recreated Victorian streets, or the National Marine Aquarium. 
• 800-year-old Torre Abbey in Torbay has an art gallery and award-winning gardens. 
• Foodies will love the local cream teas (cream first in Devon!), fresh seafood in Brixham and farmers’ markets.

With glorious coastline, rugged clifftops, bustling harbours and sandy beaches, Devon is ideal for an active retirement beside the sea.

• Outdoor pursuits - explore the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast, or relax on the sandy beaches of Woolacombe and Salcombe. The South West Coastal Path stretches for 630 miles, while Exmoor and Dartmoor offer a mix of cycling and walking routes.  
• Attractions - Killerton’s National Trust parkland, Lydford Gorge, and a variety of fishing villages like Beer and Appledore provide picture-perfect scenery.  
• Wildlife - grab your binoculars and spot various birds, dolphins, puffins, and other wildlife, especially at havens like Seaton Wetlands and Slapton Ley Nature Reserve, the largest natural lake in the South West. 

Whether art or history is your passion, Devon has plenty to offer. Agatha Christie famously wrote ‘And Then There Were None’ on Burgh Island, while Dartmouth Steam Railway combines history with the joys of travel.  

• Buzzing cities - Exeter and Plymouth offer a range of shops, restaurants, pubs and leisure activities.
• Theatre - Exeter Northcott Theatre and Barnfield Theatre offer an eclectic mix of live performances throughout the year. 
• Festivals - Dart Musical Festival, Sidmouth Folk Festival and Budleigh Salterton Literary Festival are just three of many fairs, heritage days, and festivities held throughout Devon’s communities every year. 
• Community centres - such as Alphington Community Centre, Lamerton and Cullompton centres host things like coffee mornings, art and pottery classes, Pilates and social clubs.

Devon offers a reliable network of transport, from public buses and trains to motorways for those who prefer to drive.

• By car - Devon benefits from several major roads, such as the A30 and M5, which connect the county to major cities like Bristol and Birmingham. Exeter, Barnstaple, and Plymouth are all easily accessible by car. 
• By bus - Devon’s towns and villages are connected by bus services such as Dartline and Stagecoach South West, with free concessionary travel passes available for seniors. 
• By rail - Devon’s railway connections provide easy access to London and farther afield. Major stations include Exeter St Davids, Newton Abbot, and Tiverton Parkway. 
• By air – for short haul holidays and trips to Europe, Exeter International Airport will meet your needs.