The Gorge, EX1

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The property is in a great location, right opposite Waitrose and a 10-15 minute walk into the city centre. The area is quiet for the most part despite being near a very main road

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

All of my problems and issues were always prioritised and dealt with efficiently. Whether this be questions about fire drills or flexibility about my tenancy, I was always impressed by how well my queries were handled.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

I have lived in the same apartment at The Gorge twice, so before my first tenancy, the only thing I would have wished I'd known was that sound carries from the hallways more than I expected. As I chose a room right by the lift and stairwell, and overlooking the entrance to the communal kitchen, there was sometimes a little more background noise than I would have liked. But, over time I grew used to the small amount of noise and it didn't bother me at all. I moved back into the same flat later on, so it really wasn't an issue! But for those who don't like too much surrounding noise, consider choosing a room on a higher level or far away from elevators and stairwells.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

It is a bit of a mixed bag really, public transport wise it is near a lot of major routes across Exeter and the wider region and it is a short walk from the city centre, There is a Waitrose across the road and Magdalen Rd a road of restaurants and shops is close by. There is an abandoned building next door which can be a magnet for trouble and the main road is quite close an choked with traffic a significant amount of the time.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Maintenance issues have been dealt with swiftly, and other things such as noise issues in my experience have also been dealt with, although I have heard from others with more serious issues that there can be problems if you don't have more than one tenant complaining.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The lack of temperature control in the shared spaces and that the shared laundry is quite small for the amount of tenants in the building

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Very good placement in the city, close to transport routes and many amenities. Theres a supermarket over the road as well as cheaper options around a 10 min walk away

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Quickest response time ever, usually have everything fixed within 48 hours.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

How lovely it is! Everyone is so nice and welcoming

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Living at The Gorge was a pleasant experience overall. The local area is very convenient — it’s just a short walk to Waitrose and the city centre, which makes shopping and getting around really easy. It's also ideally located for students, being very close to St Luke’s Campus, and there’s a nearby bus stop with direct links to the main university campus. The neighbourhood is quiet and well-maintained, and I always felt safe.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management was responsive and helpful, always addressing any issues quickly.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is that the laundry room and the cinema can be a little tricky to find at first. A quick walkthrough or clearer signage would’ve been helpful.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Thank you for making my move to Exeter so seamless! The Gorge is in a great location, very easy to walk to the city centre.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Management have been very quick to respond to any problems raised.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

No specific tips! Visit the building if possible before as it allows you to meet people/get a sense of what it would be like to live here