Retirement Homes in South West England

Set amongst the stunning views of Blackdown and Quantock Hill, it’s difficult to imagine a more idyllic location to retire than Blagdon Village in Taunton, Somerset. 24/7 emergency support is also available for residents who need it. While there’s plenty to do outside Blagdon retirement village, there is also a range of on-site facilities, including a bar and restaurant, hairdresser and fitness suite. A minibus can take residents on day trips, while a busy calendar of events ensures there’s never a dull day. Blagdon offers a range of cottages, bungalows and apartments that are set around the central clubhouse.

Located in an idyllic riverside setting in the Somerset, Riverain Lodge is a stunning collection of one and two bedroom apartments for retirees. Within walking distance of all the shops and eateries of Taunton has to offer, this wonderful retirement development offers privacy and peace and quiet within a sociable community. Thanks to stylish master bedrooms, fitted kitchens with modern appliances and light and airy living spaces, it doesn’t take long to feel right at home at Riverain Lodge. Elsewhere in the development you can relax in the Owner’s lounge with riverside views, or take a short stroll or drive and explore the nearby town centre, beautiful country villages and seaside resorts nearby.

If you’re looking for retirement homes in Taunton, Kingfisher Court could be for you. A brand new McCarthy Stone development with a selection of 62 modern one and two-bedroom apartments, Kingfisher Court also has a communal lounge, pretty landscaped gardens, guest suites for visitors and an on-site bistro. Every little thing is taken care of at this development, from site maintenance to help with shopping and cleaning, so you can relax and enjoy your retirement. Kingfisher Court is well-located to the local amenities of central Taunton and has good public transport links for day trips and outings. This McCarthy Stone Plus scheme offers one hour of domestic support as part of the service charge.

Trafalgar Court is situated in the heart of Devon in the quaint village of Uffculme. This retirement development has many social activities to get involved in from coffee mornings to crafting sessions, whilst also giving you the security of a 24 hour call system and an on-site manager. Uffculme has great transport links to the nearby areas of Exeter, Tiverton and Taunton, and is home to many local shops, a doctor’s and a post office. The River Culm provides peaceful walks along its banks and the surrounding countryside offers a wealth of rural pursuits.

Offering peaceful retirement living in the historic market town of Cullompton, McCarthy Stone’s Foxglove Place consists of 42 stunning, spacious apartments. In the development you’ll also find beautiful landscaped gardens and a comfortable communal lounge, where residents can make new friends, enjoy a chat with visitors and take part in events. There is also a guest suite for when loved ones come to stay,, an on-site car park and a mobility scooter storage room. Foxglove Place is nearby to local pubs, shops and amenities, benefits from great public transport links and has the tranquil Culm Valley right on its doorstep.

Set on the banks of the River Otter in Honiton, Honiton is a beautiful place to call home. Boasting 57 brand new one and two bedroom retirement apartments allowing residents to spend their golden years independently, this Churchill Retirement Living community is the perfect spot to retire. Each apartment has been carefully designed with residents in mind and is home to a spacious kitchen, inviting bedrooms, modern bathrooms and inviting lounge areas. Sitting in the East Devon area of outstanding natural beauty and regarded as the antique capital of the South West, Honiton has something for everyone, from a bustling leisure centre to the All Hallows Museum.

Homelace House in Honiton, Devon is ideally situated close to the High Street shops and amenities with frequent social activities such as coffee mornings, bingo and fish and chip lunches organised by the residents. Honiton is a pleasant residential market town. The local railway station offers easy links to Exeter where you will find a large retail and high street shopping stores. Rich farmland, charismatic villages and many miles of country footpaths surround Honiton. The local bus service offers links to Exeter, Sidmouth and neighbouring towns.

Victoria Court is ideally situated close to the bus stop, local shops, a supermarket and other amenities. There are frequent social activities that residents may opt to participate in, such as Scrabble nights, coffee mornings and fish & chip suppers. Chard is situated in the southern part of Somerset, close to the borders of Devon and Dorset. Various markets are held in the main street including a farmers market, antiques and craft fairs; a general market takes place every Saturday.

Homecastle House is an attractive retirement living development located Somerset. This particular one-bedroom apartment is situated on the second floor and offers pleasant views over the canal. Features include the bedroom with built-in wardrobe, fitted kitchen, living/dining room and bathroom with a walk-in shower cubicle. Homecastle House benefits from its proximity to Bridgwater’s bustling town centre, with lots of shops and local amenities within walking distance. Bridgwater. is also very close to the M5 and local railway station, making it easy to get to towns like Weston-Super-Mare and Taunton, as well as the Midlands, London and South West.

Gittisham Park in East Devon offers an enviable location. Nestled by the Blackdown Hills and near to the coast, this retirement village provides residents with a close-knit community in a stunning setting. The clubhouse is at the centre of this community and is home to many of the top-notch facilities and activities that take place at the retirement community. Some of these facilities include a restaurant with panoramic views, an outdoor terrace and a reading area. There is a range of homes at Gittisham Park, including one and two-bedroom bungalows, while weekly cleaning services aim to further minimise any stress.