Anonymous

I moved here to be near my grandchild and daughters. It has the best of both worlds, a lovely thriving rural community but with easy travel links to towns and cities. I can easily walk to the village shop, post office, church and eateries. The bus takes me quickly and easily further afield to larger towns when I need them. The local history is enchanting too, with the former historic rail links. I particularly enjoy that I am midway between Dartmoor and the beach in Bude, thus having the best of all worlds.

I love sitting outside in my rocking chair under my veranda all year round, revelling in the peace and privacy, a perk of being at the end of a cul-de-sac. My garden is my joy, so I have two perfect height raised beds to make the gardening process effortless. The whole bungalow is light and easy to move around in. Then there is my new kitchen, which I designed to be easy as I get older. It is quite simply easy to manage here.

I love how easily I can get to the nature trail from my home, both on foot and on my mobility scooter.

I sit in my rocking chair with my coffee, watching the birds, a book in hand, it feels so decadent enjoying the morning. The east facing veranda means I benefit from the early sun. I'm lucky that the shape of the garden means it enjoys the sun all day.

My circumstances have changed and I need to move to be with my daughter.

The peace, it's so peaceful yet the neighbours are kind and supportive. We all look out for each other without imposing on privacy. It is near the main road but you would not know when you are in the house or garden.