From North Walk, the riverside path and Rock Park offer level, well-surfaced walking beside the tidal River Taw. Formal lawns, mature trees, and open views make it a calm everyday escape, with benches for watching the changing tide just minutes from the town centre.
Show Complex Open
Rent from
£1,600/pm
Purchase from
£255,950
Barum Lodge is an exclusive collection of 75 one and two bedroom riverside retirement apartments in Barnstaple. Located on the River Taw and in the heart of Barnstaple, Barum Lodge will offer magnificent views of the waterfront and surrounding countryside as well as easy access to the wealth of local amenities in this thriving and historic market town.
Several of North Devon's finest beaches are under 10 miles away at Saunton and Croyde and Barum Lodge is also conveniently located on the Tarka Trail so you can enjoy an active independent lifestyle.
We are delighted to announce that our first Owners have moved into Barum Lodge. Our Welcome Centre and Show Complex are open, so don’t miss out on securing one of our exclusive apartments – call us on 01271 441 217 or pop in today!
Development highlights
- On-site Lodge Manager
- Communal Lounge with Coffee Bar and WIFI
- Beautiful and well maintained landscaped garden
- Pet friendly
- Communal Lounge with Coffee Bar and WIFI
- Free parking
- Guest Suite for friends and family
- 24 hour Careline support system
- Secure camera entry system
- Energy efficient and economical heating
Property details
- Development type:
- Leasehold · 999-year lease
- Age restriction:
- 60+ (Including partner over 55)
- Tenure:
- Buy
- Ground rent:
- None
- Completion:
- Ready to move into
- Home exchange available:
- Yes, ask our team
- Lift access
- Passenger lift to all floors
- WE'VE ABOLISHED EXIT FEES - meaning NO unexpected costs!
- Warranty:
- 3 years, only housebuilder to offer as standard
Properties
Apartment 4 1 bed Ground Floor West aspect Available Purchase price £292,950
Purchase price
£292,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- Ground Floor
- West Aspect
- 495.84 sq ft
- 1 Beds
- Service charge:
- £2,460.39/year
Apartment 4 Floorplan
Apartment 5 2 bed Ground Floor West aspect Reserved Purchase price £360,950
Purchase price
£360,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- Ground Floor
- West Aspect
- 728.69 sq ft
- 2 Beds
- Service charge:
- £3,690.58/year
Apartment 5 Floorplan
Apartment 11 1 bed First Floor West aspect Available Purchase price £278,950
Purchase price
£278,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- First Floor
- West Aspect
- 496.35 sq ft
- 1 Beds
- Service charge:
- £2,460.39/year
Apartment 11 Floorplan
Apartment 14 2 bed First Floor East aspect Available Purchase price £349,950
Purchase price
£349,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- First Floor
- East Aspect
- 757.13 sq ft
- 2 Beds
- Service charge:
- £3,690.58/year
Apartment 14 Floorplan
Apartment 15 1 bed First Floor East aspect Available Purchase price £255,950
Purchase price
£255,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- First Floor
- East Aspect
- 516.86 sq ft
- 1 Beds
- Service charge:
- £2,460.39/year
Apartment 15 Floorplan
Apartment 29 2 bed Second Floor East aspect Available Purchase price £354,950
Purchase price
£354,950
Leasehold · 999-year lease
Property details
- Second Floor
- East Aspect
- 757.13 sq ft
- 2 Beds
- Service charge:
- £3,690.58/year
Apartment 29 Floorplan
This is a selection of the available properties; our Sales Executive will be able to go through all plots with you.
How a new Churchill apartment could help reduce your costs:
We offer some of the lowest service charges in the retirement sector which is why many of our Residents are pleasantly surprised to find that the service charges work out lower than what they were paying, in comparable costs, on their previous home.
This is because the service charge combines a wide range of services and property-related expenses into a combined cost. Residents find they benefit from a more manageable and easier-to-budget lifestyle, without having to worry about unexpected maintenance bills.
We always aim to keep the service charge cost as low as possible, and we provide a full budget breakdown for all our Residents, consulting with them on this every 6 months.
The service charge covers:
- The cost of your dedicated Lodge Manager
- Security systems
- 24-hour Careline call monitoring system
- External maintenance of the building and grounds
- Heating & lighting of communal areas
- Provision of furnishings in communal areas
- Building insurance
Who is responsible for the management of the Lodge?
All developments are managed by Churchill Estates Management Limited, our own property management company, so you can be confident in the expertise of our team operating under the Churchill Group.
No exit fees, meaning no unexpected costs!
In 2025 we announced that Residents will no longer pay any exit fees when selling or subletting their apartments, making the process far more straightforward and hassle-free. Whilst many retirement housing providers still apply fees, we have set a new standard by abolishing them entirely - helping to provide greater peace of mind and making life simpler both for Residents and their families!
Calculating your savings...
We appreciate everyone's household costs will differ which is why we encourage Customers to complete a 'Savings Calculator' with one of our Sales Executives. This calculator is designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of the value in our easy to budget Service Charge.
Barnstaple is a historic market town and the largest in North Devon, set on the estuary of the River Taw. A high street of shops and eateries, a covered Victorian market, and handsome old buildings give it real character, making it a rewarding place to enjoy retirement in beautiful surroundings.
Beyond the town, Exmoor National Park rises to the east and the beaches of Woolacombe, Croyde, and Saunton are a short drive away. The Tarka Trail follows the estuary for level walking and cycling, while the North Devon coast is close for wider days out.
Local highlights
Barnstaple's Pannier Market is a long, covered Victorian hall still in everyday use, with stalls of local produce, crafts, and household goods. Next door, narrow Butchers Row adds to the character, making it a lively but manageable place for a browse and a chat.
The town has many fine old buildings, including the arched Georgian Guildhall, the medieval St Anne's Chapel, and the site of Barnstaple Castle. A gentle wander among them, with the quay and museum close by, offers an easy way to enjoy centuries of local history.
The Tarka Trail runs through Barnstaple along the estuary, a level, traffic-free route on a former railway line. Ideal for a gentle walk or a steady cycle, it offers wide water views and birdlife, with cycle hire available nearby for a relaxed day outdoors.
What our residents say
Don't just take it from us
“The best things about our new apartment are the view of the river and easy access to the town centre. We love the location, and there is already a good community spirit. We’ve changed our address, but retained much of our previous life, and added to our social circle. We’ve made the move together, knowing that when one of us dies the other will have the support within the community here. We have a very good relationship with the Churchill team, who kept our stress levels under control throughout the moving process. To anyone else considering a move, we would say do it!”
“Originally I was very reluctant to make this move, but the combination of position and the family atmosphere that the Churchill team strive to create has convinced me that this was the right move for me. To quote Churchill’s literature, it’s a family run, privately owned company - and long may it remain so! That was a big part of what made me choose to move here. It is a joy to have a view of the ever-changing river and to have direct access to the Tarka Trail for pleasant strolls. In the other direction, it is a five-minute walk into the centre of town with all its amenities. My advice to anyone else considering a move is don’t leave it too late.”
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