The time of your life in Tiverton

Wed, Mar 22nd 2006, 11:00

Thanks to Redrow Homes, the market town of Tiverton has a collection of perfect properties for those looking to ‘life-size’.

Tidcombe Grove is an intimate development of just 32 properties bordered by mature trees on the edge of a beautiful market town. Comprising an enticing mix of two, three and four-bedroom terrace, semi and detached homes plus two-bedroom apartments, the venture offers the rare opportunity to live in one of the most tranquil and scenic settings in the West Country.

It’s no surprise then, that buyers of retirement age are making tracks to move out of their large homes and into Tidcombe Grove’s classy Argal apartments.

According to Prudential, over 55s no-longer downsize they ‘life-size’. In a recent survey, the mortgage and pensions provider found that more than half of people polled who moved since turning 55 did so purely for lifestyle reasons - as opposed to downsizing to a smaller home.

Sandra Dixon, sales manager for Redrow Homes (West Country), said: “Whilst it’s true that many over 55s move to a smaller home to free-up capital, there’s also a sizeable proportion that actually move for a change of lifestyle. They want to make the most of their days with a busy schedule of culture, cuisine, leisure, shopping and traveling – and that’s all possible from the idyllic location of Tiverton.

“It makes perfect sense to find a new home to suit these changing needs, but people don’t necessarily want to compromise on space, quality or style. That’s why our Argal apartments are the ideal ‘lifesizing’ option. Not only are they equipped with all the modern amenities for easy, stylish living, it’s extremely rare to find such properties in such a perfect rural setting.”

Currently priced from £167,995, the two-bedroom Argal apartments are attractively laid out to maximise space without compromising on style. Each features a combined kitchen and dining area, separate lounge, bathroom - plus en-suite to master bedroom.

Tidcombe Grove is perfectly placed off Tidcombe Lane - the road leading out of Tiverton towards Tidcombe village. The development is bordered by a footpath/cycleway and a pretty brook, with views over nearby fields. It’s also adjacent to the grounds of the highly respected 400-year-old Blundell’s School and close to picturesque country walks.

The development is conveniently located within easy reach of junction 27 of the M5 motorway, offering access to Exeter, Taunton and beyond. As well as the good motorway access, Tiverton has much to offer, including the River Exe, the Grand Western Canal Country Park, the award winning Museum of Mid Devon Life, an excellent shopping centre and Pannier Markets three days each week.

Tidcombe Grove is the second development to be launched by new company, Exeter based Redrow Homes (West Country). However, whilst Redrow is a relative newcomer to the Devon and Cornwall housing markets, the company has a 30-year track record and built in excess of 4,250 new homes last year, across England, Scotland and Wales.

A Ribble show home is now open on site, giving potential purchases the chance to experience the quality of a new Redrow home first hand. The three-storey property is one of the larger designs on offer at Tidcombe Grove and gives visitors the chance to see Redrow’s most luxurious kitchen choices from its new Signature range, which are available to customers as standard in the larger detached homes – or as an upgrade.

The show home and sales and marketing suite are open seven days a week from 10am to 5.30pm. For further information on Tidcombe Grove contact 0845 6760 322