Water Lane Close & Cottages

Retirement housing
Orchard Road, Newport , Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9JX
Orchard Road, Newport , Barnstaple, Devon, EX32 9JX

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Manager's Description

"Our high-quality housing for older people allows residents to live comfortably, securely, and independently whilst in the knowledge that help is there if they need it. At Water Lane Close & Cottages w..." Show more "Our high-quality housing for older people allows residents to live comfortably, securely, and independently whilst in the knowledge that help is there if they need it. At Water Lane Close & Cottages we offer purpose-built rental properties for people over the age of 60 or over 55 if you are in receipt of PIP (Personal Independence Payment) or DLA (Disability Living Allowance). Each flat consists of a kitchen, lounge, bathroom and bedroom with a 24-hour alarm service if ever you have an emergency. Water Lane Close & Cottages offers a wide range of facilities, including a communal lounge, communal gardens, communal parking bays and a guest room for visitors.

The properties are located close to Barnstaple town centre, and are within walking distance to some local shops and a supermarket.

There is a Scheme Manager service responsible for the management of the building, security and communal areas. For more information or to arrange a viewing, please call 0800 1313348 (from landline) or 0300 123 3511 (from mobile) or email contactus@sanctuary-housing.co.uk" Show less

Main Facts

Retirement housing
Tenure(s): Rent (social landlord)
46 flats. Built in 1989. Sizes 1 bedroom. Includes mobility standard properties.
Non-resident management staff (part time) and Careline alarm service
Lounge, Guest facilities, Garden
Access to site easy, but less so for less mobile people. Distances: bus stop 75 yards; shop 10 yards; post office 75 yards; town centre 1 mile(s); GP 200 yards.
Regular Social activities include: lunch Mon & Fri, coffee mornings, knitting/craft sessions. New residents accepted from 55 years of age.
Housing Authority: North Devon
Social Care Authority: Devon

Info updated: 25/01/2023
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Availability

Many council and housing association lettings in this area are made through a common registration and allocation system called Devon HomeChoice. See how to get started at: https://www.devonhomechoice.com/
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