Down House is an exceptional and substantial property set in extensive grounds in a rural position close to the village of Whimple. The property features more than 4,500 square feet of beautifully presented accommodation over two floors that includes five bedrooms and five reception rooms. There is also a self-contained annexe that provides flexible accommodation options. The property benefits from extensive outbuildings and is surrounded by immaculate gardens and grounds.

A bright entrance leads you through to the impressive and welcoming reception hall. The house has elegant fixtures and fittings throughout and features high ceilings and fine cornicing, with the ground-floor reception rooms providing comfortable, light and spacious accommodation. The generously proportioned dining room connects via bifold doors to the main sitting room and both
rooms feature exposed wooden flooring, impressive fireplaces and a dual aspect that allows for plenty of natural light. The dining room also provides access to the outside space. Adjoining the sitting room is the family room which overlooks the south-facing garden. The exceptional kitchen and breakfast room has farmhouse-style units to base and wall level, a large central island, plenty of worktop space, a butler sink and an Aga with two hot plates. A separate pantry, boot room and laundry room provide further space for storage and
appliances. Opposite the kitchen, the garden room provides further excellent reception space and features an attractive glass vaulted ceiling with views over the surrounding grounds. The ground floor accommodation is completed by two cloakrooms and an integral and generously sized study that provides ideal space for home working.

The first floor is reached by two separate staircases and has five beautifully presented double bedrooms including the principal bedroom. All five bedrooms benefit from their own en suite bathroom or shower room and feature light and spacious accommodation with fitted storage and exceptional far reaching countryside views. The principal and second bedroom welcome plenty of natural light through large bay windows and are connected by a Jack and Jill style bathroom with the principal bedroom also benefitting from an additional en suite bath and shower room.

The annexe
The self-contained annexe is attached to the main house and offers flexible accommodation options for multi-generational living or for use as a holiday let with income potential. The annexe features further well-appointed accommodation including a double bedroom, a sitting room, a fully equipped kitchen, a generously sized dining room/garden room and a shower room. There is also a room currently used for storage space that could be used as an additional bedroom if required.

Local Authority: East Devon District Council
Services: Mains electricity and water. Private drainage which we understand to be compliant with current regulations.
Council Tax: Band G
Tenure: Freehold
Guide Price: £2,250,000
Wayleaves and easements: The property is sold subject to any wayleaves or easements, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

Down House sits in approximately 6.13 acres of beautifully maintained gardens and grounds that surround the property. The grounds include rolling lawns, a variety of mature specimen trees, fields and meadows, an orchard, a hot tub and a hard tennis court. There is also a large paved terrace area to the front and rear of the property that provides ideal space for entertaining and al fresco dining. The house is approached through gates via a sweeping driveway that leads to a large gravel driveway that provides parking space for multiple vehicles. The property benefits from extensive outbuildings that include a double garage and a gym that adjoins the house, a detached large garaging block that provides substantial space for vehicles as well as a large detached workshop and tool shed, and a timber framed tennis pavilion.

The property is set in a rural position just outside the picturesque East Devon village of Whimple, surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside. The village has an attractive centre with a church, doctor’s surgery, local store and post office, as well as two local pubs and a village primary school. The village is also served by a mainline station, which offers direct services to London Waterloo and Exeter St. David’s. The Jurassic coastline is within easy reach and offers miles of pristine beaches and access to the South West Coast Path. The coastal town of Sidmouth, approximately 9 miles away has a vibrant centre, with numerous independent shops, supermarkets, churches, schools, a Post Office, health centre, cottage hospital, library, theatre and an Art Deco cinema. Further extensive
amenities and facilities can be found in the nearby town of Honiton. Exeter approximately 10 miles away, is the most thriving city in the South West and offers a wide choice of cultural activities with the theatre, the museum, arts centre and a wealth of good shopping and restaurants. Many well-regarded schools can be found in Exeter, including Exeter School, Exeter College (Outstanding rated) and The Maynard, whilst Exeter University is recognised as one of the best universities in the country. The village offers good road links, with the A30 just a mile and a half away.