Stepps Lane, Axmouth, Seaton, Devon, EX12

Luxury contemporary home with countryside views near the Jurassic Coast

Description

Hillview is a beautifully designed contemporary home with far-reaching countryside views, set within an idyllic position close to the Jurassic Coast and the charming coastal town of Lyme Regis and walking distance to Axmouth.

Offering almost 4,000 sq ft of impeccably presented accommodation, this exceptional five-bedroom home combines generous modern living with a relaxed coastal-country lifestyle, ideal as a full-time residence, luxurious retreat, or elegant lock-up-and-leave home in one of East Devon’s most sought-after locations.

The heart of the home is the spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, thoughtfully designed for entertaining and everyday living alike. Flooded with natural light and opening directly onto sunny terraces and landscaped gardens, the house has an effortless connection between inside and out.

The beautifully appointed kitchen features high-quality cabinetry, premium integrated appliances and a large central island, while expansive glazing frames the surrounding countryside and creates a wonderful sense of space and tranquillity throughout the ground floor.

The principal suite provides a peaceful sanctuary with dressing area and luxurious en suite bathroom, while four further double bedrooms and additional bath/shower rooms offer superb flexibility for family and guests.
Outside, the landscaped gardens and terraces have been carefully designed for relaxed outdoor living, dining and entertaining, while remaining easy to maintain — ideal for those seeking a stylish coastal escape without extensive upkeep. The elevated setting enjoys glorious rural views and exceptional privacy.

The property also benefits from ample parking, an integral garage, excellent energy efficiency and no onward chain.

A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial contemporary home in an exceptional coastal-rural setting.

Location

Hillview sits in an elevated position on Stepps Lane, on the south side of the ancient harbour of Axmouth, on the Dorset/Devon border, and surrounded by rolling countryside fields and hills.

Axmouth is one of East Devon’s most picturesque villages, perfectly positioned between countryside and coast. Nearby Lyme Regis, Seaton and the Jurassic Coast offer sailing, beaches, coastal walks and an outstanding selection of independent restaurants, cafés and shops, while excellent road and rail connections provide convenient access to London and the wider South West.

Across the estuary is Seaton, located between Axmouth and the white cliffs of Beer. Its mile long beach, part of the Jurassic Coast, opens onto the waters of Lyme Bay. The town itself has many small shops, a local hospital, doctors' surgeries, primary school, bank and building society. Seaton is a popular resort for holiday makers, and boasts a wealth of activities including golf, tennis, bowls and sailing.

Lyme Regis, about 6 miles to the east, is an historic old town famous for its quaint old buildings, sandy beach, impressive coastal scenery and especially the Cobb, a stunning medieval harbour.

A wide range of shops, pubs, cliff top golf courses and restaurants can be found in the local area, such as Hix Oyster and Fish House at Lyme Regis, The River Cottage Kitchen and Deli at Axminster, Mason Arms in Branscombe and The Pig at Combe. Sidmouth, about 11 miles to the west, has a Waitrose supermarket and the nearby Seaton has two convenient supermarkets for everyday essentials.

There is a good selection of primary and secondary schools in the area, including Blundell’s, Millfield, Bryanston, Hazelgrove, and the other side of the estuary is Colyton Grammar School, which was ranked in the top 20 in The Times for secondary schools 2025.

Communication links are good with the A30 at Honiton providing a link to the A303, or M5 Motorway at Exeter. There are regular train services to London Waterloo from Honiton and Axminster, and Exeter International Airport has daily flights to London City Airport, as well as a wide selection of UK and international destinations.

Square Footage: 3,986 sq ft



Directions

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Travelling east on the A3052, after passing through Colyford, take the right hand turn onto the B3172 that will be sign posted to Axmouth. Opposite and just before The Ship Inn Pub, turn left onto Chapel Street, then turning right onto Stepps Lane, where Hillview can be found on the righthand side.

Additional Info

Services :

We are advised that mains electricity, water and drainage are connected.

The property is heated via a ground-source heat pump system installed in 2012. Underfloor heating.

Photos taken Spring 2025.