Heavitree, Exeter

Description

8 Salutary Mount is an elegant period home, distinguished by its classic white-rendered façade, large sash windows, and beautifully appointed interiors. Retaining a wealth of original features – including exposed wooden flooring, open fireplaces, and intricate ceiling roses and cornicing – the property combines timeless character with modern practicality.

Set in a prime position in Heavitree, less than a mile from Exeter’s vibrant city centre and within walking distance of Exeter School, The Maynard, and the RD&E Hospital, the location is exceptionally well connected. With its generous living spaces spread over three floors, multiple bedrooms, and flexible layout, the home offers superb versatility for family life, professional couples, or those working from home. Excellent transport links, access to green spaces, and proximity to leading schools and employers make this a rare opportunity to enjoy both style and convenience in one of Exeter’s most desirable areas

The welcoming reception hall leads to four spacious reception rooms. At the front, the music room features a striking bay window and fireplace, while the comfortable sitting room provides an inviting space to unwind. To the rear, the south-facing dining/garden room is bathed in natural light, thanks to a glass roof and sliding doors that open onto the garden. The open-plan kitchen and family room offers an ideal setting for entertaining, featuring farmhouse-style units, a stainless steel cooker, and a cosy log burner.

The first floor comprises four bedrooms, including a front-facing principal bedroom with a private washbasin and shower. A fourth bedroom doubles as a study and also includes a washbasin. The family bathroom is conveniently located on this floor, while a staircase from the study leads to a fifth bedroom on the second floor.

The front garden features a charming veranda-shaded entrance, with gravel beds, box hedging, and mature shrubs adding to its appeal. The south-facing rear garden is a private oasis, with a patio area perfect for outdoor dining, a well-maintained lawn, and flourishing border filled with established shrubs and flowering perennials. A storage shed is situated at the far end of the garden, and the property benefits from two dedicated off-road parking spaces.

Situation

Just moments away, Heavitree’s Fore Street offers a variety of shops, bars, and restaurants, while Exeter’s High Street and Princesshay provide an excellent selection of well-known retailers. Independent boutiques and specialist stores can also be found in the charming side streets. The area is known for its strong sense of community.

For leisure and culture, there is an abundance of options, including theatres, museums, galleries, and cinemas. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy tennis, football, horse riding, sailing, and hiking along the breathtaking Jurassic Coast. Excellent fishing spots and three sandy beaches are also within 15 miles of the city centre.

The area benefits from outstanding transport links. Exeter’s four mainline train stations, all within two miles, offer frequent services to nearby cities and direct routes to Bristol, Plymouth, and London Paddington. The A30 and M5 provide convenient road connections, while Exeter International Airport, just five miles away, offers both domestic and international flights.

Highly regarded schools serve the area, including Exeter College and St Leonards C of E Primary School, both rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. The independent Exeter School and The Maynard School are within walking distance, while the world-renowned University of Exeter is just over a mile away.

Directions

From the City centre, proceed along Heavitree Road, passing Waitrose on the right. At the junction continue straight ahead. Merge onto Fore Street and Salutary Mount will be on your right.