Offwell, Honiton, Devon

SITUATION
Deer Haven is situated on the edge of the pretty country village of Offwell, which in turn is set in an Area of Oustanding Natural Beauty. It stands in landscaped gardens and grounds that extend to Cica 1.2 acres that are laid principally to areas of sweeping lawn, interspersed with a great variety of colourful plants and shrubs which create a most apt and mature setting.
The property enjoys an elevated yet sheltered position and commands stunning country views south and westwards over the fields to the woodland beyond. Delightful country walks emanate from one’s doorstep, yet the village of Offwell with its pretty and ancient parish Church of St Marys, primary school, village hall and social club, is only about half a mile distant. The market town of Honiton lies some 3 miles to the north-west and is particularly well-known as an antique and book centre, as well as having most of the usual multiples such as Smiths, Boots, Tesco and a variety of independent shops, restaurants, schools, sports centre/swimming pool, golf club and main line rail link to London Waterloo.

Honiton has excellent communication facilities with a dual carriageway to the Cathedral City of Exeter, some 20 miles to the west. Exeter has excellent shopping and sporting facilities, theatres, art centre, main line rail link to London Paddington and an international airport together with M5 access. The Regency coastal resort of Sidmouth lies some 9 miles to the south with its pebble beach (sand at low tide), long esplanade and range of independent shops. The renowned Colyton Grammar School, one of England's top mixed state schools, is situated about 7 miles away.

THE PROPERTY
Deer Haven comprises a particularly handsome rural barn conversion which was built by the current family in the early 1990’s. It stands in a stunning position on the outskirts of the village amongst some of East Devon’s most attractive rolling countryside and gains splendid views to Colwell Woods across the valley. The setting extends to circa 1.2 acres offers a beautiful sense of peace and quiet, seclusion, and a wonderful haven for wildlife.
The barn itself is of handsome proportions with flintstone elevations under a tiled roof and has some striking features to the front façade such as the columned entrance, wagon wheel insert and high chimney stack which bears initials and the date 1992. It has well-presented accommodation arranged over four floors and all the principal rooms take advantage of the glorious views.

It briefly comprises: - Entrance Hallway, Sitting Room with brick ‘inglenook’ fireplace with wood burner and beamed ceiling, Garden Room, Study/Bedroom 4 with French doors to the terrace and Shower Room. From the hallway stairs rise to a large Dining Room with pine floor and bay, Kitchen with Aga (oil fired) and Breakfast Area with built in seating, Utility with door to the rear and Cloakroom. From the dining room stairs rise to a Landing with Principal Bedroom which has a double aspect, Dressing Room and En-Suite Shower Room, Shower Room. Galleried staircase to a long Landing with cupboards and airing cupboard, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2 with En-Suite Shower Room.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS
Deer Haven is approached over a gravelled driveway to the rear which runs to the back of the property to a brick parking area adjacent to which is the substantial detached outbuilding. This has timber clad elevations under a tiled roof and comprises a workshop, large double garage with first-floor storage and an open wood store. Beyond this is a greenhouse.
The gardens are in the main laid to lawn and rise to the north. They are interspersed with several mature trees and take full advantage of the stunning outlook. There is also a further pull-in/parking area off the lane where there is a high stone wall with gate into the front.

SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Private drainage (septic tank). Oil-fired central heating.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
East Devon District Council:
Tax Band: F.
Tenure: Freehold

BROADBAND & MOBILE
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