Monkton, Honiton, EX14 9QH

Situation

Monkton is a charming village set within the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), located less than two miles northeast of Honiton. The nearby market town of Honiton is well known as a centre for antiques and hosts a weekly street market. It also offers a great selection of independent shops, cafés, two primary schools, and a secondary school. The town benefits from a mainline railway station with hourly services to London Waterloo and enjoys excellent access to the A30.

To the west, the cathedral city of Exeter provides superb shopping, a mainline rail link to London Paddington, an international airport, and easy access to the M5.

The stunning Jurassic Coast, including the picturesque villages of Beer and Branscombe, is just a short drive away, along with the popular seaside towns of Sidmouth and Lyme Regis — all part of this spectacular World Heritage coastline.

Description

A truly magnificent Grade II Listed detached period home, dating back to the 1600s, offering 4–5 bedrooms and a wealth of character, beautifully complemented by thoughtful modern upgrades. Lovingly refurbished and meticulously maintained by the current owners over the past 15 years, this exceptional residence blends historic charm with contemporary comfort. Offered with no onward chain.

Every detail has been carefully considered, from the replacement of the thatched roof in December 2024 to the installation of a modern sewage treatment plant, and the redevelopment of an attached barn into superb additional living accommodation. These significant improvements ensure the property not only retains its timeless appeal but also meets the needs of modern family life. The adjoining guest suite itself offers versatile space, perfectly suited for guest accommodation, holiday letting, or multi-generational living.

The spacious ground floor flows seamlessly, featuring a welcoming lounge with an impressive inglenook fireplace and wood-burning stove, open-plan dining area, charming garden room, a well-fitted kitchen, and porch with access to the garden and barn conversion.

The barn conversion provides a self-contained suite, comprising a generous bedroom/living area and a large bathroom with roll-top bath, WC, wash basin, and separate mains shower—an indulgent and versatile retreat.

Upstairs, the landing leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The fourth bedroom adjoins the principal suite, offering ideal potential for a dressing room, nursery, or home office.

The property benefits from oil-fired central heating, with radiators throughout, and enjoys far-reaching countryside views from the rear.

Outside

A private gravel driveway leads to a generous parking area with turning circle and a large single garage/workshop with light and power. Mature borders, a tranquil pond, and a suntrap patio frame the front of the home, with glorious rural vistas beyond. To the rear, a secluded garden provides further outdoor living space, featuring a level lawn, two patio areas, and a superb timber-built garden office, fully insulated, with light, power, and hardwired internet—ideal for home working.

Perfectly positioned for both country living and connectivity, the property offers easy access to the A30 and nearby Honiton, a vibrant market town with excellent schools, shopping facilities, and a mainline railway station to Exeter and London Waterloo. The cathedral city of Exeter, with its international airport, lies within easy reach, while the celebrated Jurassic Coast—Sidmouth, Beer, Branscombe, and Lyme Regis—is just a short drive away. For those who love the outdoors, the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, are close at hand, offering spectacular walks and abundant wildlife.

This exceptional home, steeped in history yet designed for modern living, is a rare opportunity to acquire a slice of Devon’s heritage in an idyllic setting.

Services

Mains Electric and Water, Private Drainage (Treatment System) and Oil Fired central heating. 

EPC Exempt