Galileo by Simple Life · London Road, Cranbrook, Exeter, Devon EX5 2FP
Simple Life has 61 developments on Homello. Homes in Exeter sold for a median £309,250 over the last year, £343 per sq ft; see house prices in Exeter.
About Galileo
Welcome to Galileo, a contemporary development by Simple Life offering a superb collection of two, three, and four-bedroom homes for rent in the new and evolving town of Cranbrook, Exeter. This community is designed for modern living, providing an ideal balance between the vibrancy of city life and the tranquillity of the Devon countryside. Professionally managed and built to a high standard, these homes offer the security of a long-term rental, perfect for families, couples, and professionals seeking a high-quality lifestyle.
Each home at Galileo is thoughtfully designed with practical living in mind. Properties are unfurnished, presenting a blank canvas for you to make your own. Key features include: Fully integrated modern kitchens with appliances such as a washer/drier, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher. Stylish bathrooms and, in some homes, en-suite facilities. Hard-wearing, light wood-effect flooring downstairs and neutral grey carpets in bedrooms. Private, turfed rear gardens and, for some houses, off-road parking and landscaped front gardens. The development's standout feature is its commitment to a hassle-free rental experience, managed by Simple Life, a multi-award-winning landlord specialising in build-to-rent family housing. Residents benefit from a dedicated resident liaison officer and 24/7 maintenance reporting, ensuring peace of mind. Located just seven miles from Exeter's city centre, Galileo boasts excellent connectivity. Cranbrook train station is just over a mile away, offering direct services to Exeter Central in as little as nine minutes. The M5 is accessible in under 10 minutes by car, and Exeter Airport is a mere 2.5 miles from the development. Frequent bus services, including the Stagecoach Route 4, provide easy access to Exeter, the university, and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. Cranbrook itself is a growing community with a range of local amenities. The town features schools, local shops, and a dedicated town council fostering a strong community spirit. For leisure, the award-winning Cranbrook Country Park offers 35 hectares of green space for recreation and enjoying nature. For a wider selection of retail and entertainment, Exeter's city centre provides a pedestrianised shopping area, independent boutiques on Gandy Street, and riverside dining at The Quay.
- Developer
- Simple Life
- City
- Devon
- Neighbourhood
- Exeter
- Postcode
- EX5 2FP
- Address
- London Road, Cranbrook
- Tenure
- Build to rent
Facilities
- 24H Maintenance
- Pet Friendly
- Resident Events
- Bike Storage
- Keyless Entry
Questions about Galileo
›Who is the developer of Galileo?
Galileo is a Simple Life development in Exeter, Devon. Simple Life has 61 developments listed on Homello.
›What are house prices like in Exeter?
The median sold price in Exeter was £309,250 over the last 12 months (2,074 sales, −0.2% on the year before), or £343 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Exeter page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
Location
London Road, Cranbrook, EX5 2FP
Nearest stations
- Whimple Station 1.6 milesSouth Western
- Cranbrook Station 1.7 milesGreat Western, South Western
- Pinhoe Station 3.9 milesGreat Western, South Western
- Digby & Sowton Station 4.8 milesGreat Western
Nearest schools
- Rockbeare Church of England Primary School and Pre-School 0.6 milesPrimary · ages 3–11 Good
- Cranbrook Education Campus 0.7 milesAll-through · ages 2–16
- St Martin's CofE Primary & Nursery School 1.4 milesPrimary · ages 2–11 Good
- Whimple Primary School 1.6 milesPrimary · ages 4–11 Good
Nearest supermarkets
- Morrisons Large supermarket 0.7 miles
- The Co-operative Food Convenience store 1.5 miles
- Morrisons Daily Convenience store 3.0 miles
- Tesco Express Convenience store 3.3 miles
Eating out nearby
Within half a mile: 1 pub or bar.
- The Jack in the Green 0.5 milesPub or bar
- Cranberry Farm 0.8 milesPub or bar
- Denleys Essence Of India 0.8 milesRestaurant or cafe
- Cranbrook Kebab House 0.8 milesTakeaway
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN, with their lines powered by TfL Open Data; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal; supermarkets from Geolytix Retail Points; places to eat from the Food Standards Agency's register of food businesses.
Area insights
The East Devon neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.

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