5 bedroom detached house for sale

Exeter’s most luxuriously appointed and spacious family home, set in large gardens within walking distance of Exeter schools, the town centre and quay.

Description

Constructed in 2018, 1 Matford Road is an exquisite detached contemporary home, designed and finished to exacting standards throughout. The building is set with an established garden, punctuated by a wonderful oak tree. From the first and second floors, far-reaching views over Exeter’s cityscape to the surrounding countryside are enjoyed.

Approached via electric gates, the entrance is set well back from Matford Road, with a private driveway leading to the detached triple garage and extensive parking areas. The striking entrance porch, with glazed entrance and front door opens to the substantial entrance hall with an incredible open-tread staircase and integral lift to all floors.

A selection of reception rooms blend with the open-plan living and dining areas, beyond the bespoke kitchen, all of which have access to the extensive terraces, gardens and swimming pool. For indoor/outdoor living and entertaining, the property delivers on all levels. Each of the bedroom suites on the first floor have en suite facilities and dressing areas and there is also a laundry room and boiler/drying room on this level.

The principal bedroom suite on the first floor has access to a wonderful roof terrace, two dressing rooms and a substantial bathroom with separate WC. The second floor landing also has access to a roof terrace, providing a unique entertaining space, from which to enjoy views over the cityscape and surrounding countryside.

The gardens have been thoughtfully laid out to provide privacy and versatility, with a variety of terraces and seating areas designed to take advantage of the sun at different times of day. Most notably is the terrace which surrounds a natural swimming pool with bridge and waterfall. There is a large area of lawn, with a substantial oak tree in the centre as well as further seating areas, including a fire pit and surround, as well as a selection of raised borders.

Location

St. Leonard’s is Exeter’s most favoured residential area, renowned for Georgian villas in tree lined avenues, excellent state and private schools, its proximity to Exeter quay as well as being minutes from the city centre. Just around the corner from Park Place is Magdalen Road, with its traditional parade of shops including a delicatessen, butchers, fishmongers, greengrocers, gift shop, convenience store, public house and restaurants.

Matford Road itself is an oasis in the heart of the city, set in a quiet residential area on a leafy road, just over a mile from Exeter’s magnificent Gothic Cathedral which sits proudly in the city centre and dominates the skyline. Exeter offers great business and retail opportunities with a modern shopping precinct, a John Lewis and Waitrose, specialty boutiques, open air markets, restaurants, cafes and wine bars. There is also a range of quality leisure and sports facilities catering for all ages, including golf, swimming, athletics, rugby and football.

The city is well placed geographically too, with excellent communications. Exeter International Airport is about 5 miles distant, the motorway network is accessed nearby via Junctions 30/31 of the M5 and there are two mainline train stations providing services to Paddington or Waterloo. The idyllic scenery of Dartmoor and the East Devon coast are both within 10 miles.

Square Footage: 6,803 sq ft



Directions

Town centre about 1.5 miles, Exeter St David’s Station about 2 miles, (London Paddington in about 2 hours), Exeter International Airport about 4.3 miles

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Additional Info

SERVICES: Mains electricity, water, gas and drainage. Broadband connected.

VIEWINGS: Strictly by prior appointment with Savills.

FIXTURES & FITINGS: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments, etc. are specifically excluded but may be available by separate negotiation.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:

1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.

2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.