McCarthy Stone Resales
Rivers Edge Court
Retirement living in Okehampton, Devon
Operated by McCarthy Stone Resales
What do these badges mean?
- High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
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About
Rivers Edge Court is a retirement living development operated by McCarthy Stone Resales, situated beside the River Okement in a quiet setting. Properties are available to buy.
The development includes a House Manager on site and a range of shared amenities: a homeowners lounge, landscaped gardens, and spaces for resident activities. Regular events take place at the development, including coffee mornings, knitting groups and organised coach outings.
What's nearby
- Set back from main road noise
- Fire station about 200 m away
Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). Locations © OpenStreetMap contributors.
What’s in the area
Outdoor Spaces
- AllotmentsAdequate
- Play SpaceAdequate
- Golf CourseSparse
- Public ParkSparse
- Tennis CourtLimited
- Bowling GreenSparse
- Playing FieldLimited
Local Amenities
- Pubs & BarsSparse
- Restaurants & CafesSparse
- Retail ShoppingSparse
- SupermarketsAdequate
- TakeawaysSparse
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Care fee trajectory
| Year | Council rate (per week) |
|---|---|
| 2024 | £1,054 |
| 2025 | £1,110 |
Local health safety net
Rivers Edge Court is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford), 21.8 miles away. The local GP practice is OKEHAMPTON MEDICAL CENTRE, 0.3 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.
Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.
Costs at a glance
Figures are indicative and provided by the operator. Use the calculator below to estimate the long-term cost of ownership.
The real 10-year cost of a retirement flat
The purchase price is only part of the picture. Service charges and an event (deferred-management) fee on resale add up — and retirement flats often don’t rise in value like ordinary homes. Adjust the figures below to see an illustrative total for Rivers Edge Court.
≈ £8,500/year · £163/week
Illustrative only — a transparent model, not a quote, valuation or prediction. Event fees, service charges and resale values vary by scheme and contract; confirm the actual figures and full lease terms with the operator before deciding.
Community & connection in Okehampton
Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.
Okehampton District Community Transport Group
The provision of transport facilities for the elderly, disabled, poor, mothers with young children or people living in isolated areas where there are no adequate public transport facilities.
Part of McCarthy Stone Resales
Rivers Edge Court is one of 129 properties run by McCarthy Stone Resales on AskBart. See how the group's properties are rated and where it operates.
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Information last reviewed October 2026.
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