5 bedroom detached house for sale

An exceptional country residence, beautifully refurbished and set in private landscaped grounds of approximately 0.64 acres, enjoying far-reaching rural views on the edge of one of East Devon’s most admired villages. Elegant modern country residence of handsome proportions. Extensively refurbished and renovated to an exacting standard. Superb kitchen/family room with underfloor heating and valley views. Two principal bedroom suites with dressing rooms and luxury en-suites. Balcony from the principal bedroom overlooking the surrounding countryside. Electric gated approach, sweeping driveway and generous parking. Substantial detached garage/barn with versatile first-floor accommodation. Private landscaped gardens and grounds extending to approximately two thirds of an acre. Highfield House is a particularly handsome modern country residence, built in the 1990s and subsequently transformed by an extensive programme of refurbishment and renovation. Set well within its own grounds, the house presents beautifully, combining timeless proportions and traditional detailing with a more contemporary design sensibility and a notably refined finish throughout. The result is an impressive and highly individual home of considerable quality. Great care has been taken with the specification, materials and presentation, creating interiors that feel both elegant and welcoming, with excellent natural light and a strong connection to the surrounding countryside. At the heart of the house is the magnificent kitchen/family room, converted from the former garage and now forming a striking everyday living space. With underfloor heating and a superb outlook, it is designed for modern family life and entertaining alike. Further reception space includes sitting and dining rooms, each with a woodburner, while oak and tiled floors, timber double-glazed windows and beautifully appointed bath and shower rooms add to the sense of quality. A galleried staircase, lit by a tall arched window, rises to the first floor. There are four comfortable bedrooms and a family shower room, with both the principal and guest bedrooms enjoying dressing rooms and luxurious en-suite facilities. The principal bedroom is especially appealing, with a balcony from which to enjoy the wonderful views across the valley. Highfield House occupies a peaceful edge-of-village position at Offwell, a charming East Devon village set within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, now known as the East Devon National Landscape. The property enjoys a slightly elevated yet sheltered setting, with beautiful views south and west across adjoining fields towards woodland beyond. Offwell offers a highly attractive village environment, with St Mary’s Church, a primary school, village hall and social club, while delightful country walks are available from the doorstep. The surrounding landscape is characterised by rolling pasture, woodland and quiet lanes, providing a superb balance of privacy, scenery and convenience. The market town of Honiton lies approximately three miles to the north-west and provides a wide range of day-to-day amenities, including independent shops, restaurants, schools, a sports centre, swimming pool, golf club and main line rail services to London Waterloo. Exeter, approximately 20 miles to the west, offers excellent shopping, cultural and sporting facilities, main line rail services to London Paddington, access to the M5 and Exeter International Airport. The Regency coastal town of Sidmouth is approximately nine miles to the south, with its seafront, esplanade and independent shops, while Colyton Grammar School is situated about seven miles away. The setting is one of Highfield House’s defining features. Approached through impressive electric gates, a sweeping driveway leads up to the house and on to a generous parking area, creating a suitably private and distinguished arrival. Adjacent to the parking area is a recently constructed garage/barn, an excellent and versatile outbuilding with a roomy double garage and two sets of large doors. An external staircase rises to a first-floor room with shower room, offering superb potential as a home office, studio, guest suite or ancillary accommodation, subject to any necessary consents. The gardens surround the house and are enclosed by mature trees, providing privacy and shelter. Predominantly laid to lawn, they are enriched by well-stocked beds, established shrubs and colourful planting. To the rear, brick steps rise to a delightful terrace, with the garden continuing upwards to take full advantage of the outstanding valley views. Several timber stores provide useful space for garden equipment and implements.