Mamhead, Exeter, Devon, EX6

An elegant Grade II Listed Georgian home, extensively renovated to create a unique home set in superb gardens.

Description

Palm House is an impressive and highly individual detached country house, situated within the historic and much regarded Mamhead Estate. A Grade II Listed former palm house thought to originally have been built in the 1850’s, the property has been comprehensively refurbished by the previous owners to create a refined and elegant home that successfully combines contemporary living with the character of the original building.

The house brims with character, with rendered elevations and a striking south facing facade of tall arched windows, maximising natural light and framing open views across the grounds. Measuring just under 2,400 sq ft, the accommodation is arranged over three floors and finished to a high standard. Throughout much of the house there are oak and stone floors, complemented by oak internal doors, underfloor heating to all three levels, powered by an oil fired boiler, Sonos enabled ceiling speakers and high quality low energy lighting.

The main living accommodation is centred around exceptional open plan reception area, finished with Mandarin Stone Dijon and limestone flooring. Five large arched windows with inset doors open directly onto the south facing lawns, create a strong connection to the gardens. The sitting area features a highly efficient log burning stove, while the bespoke kitchen is well appointed with extensive Corian work surfaces, integrated appliances and opens through to a utility room and separate boot room.

An elegant ash staircase with carved balustrade links all three floors. The principal bedroom suite is a standout feature of the house, enjoying fine views through arched windows, along with a dressing area, and a luxurious en suite. The first floor also provides a further bedroom, an attractive family bathroom and a study, all benefitting from open outlooks.

The second floor is currently arranged in a flexible, apartment style layout, comprising three additional bedrooms, a separate shower room and a smart kitchenette. This space is equally well suited to guest accommodation, extended family living or reintegration into the main house. Please note that the second floor is designated with a separate council tax of Band B.

Garden and Outside Space

The gardens and grounds extend to approx. 1.2 acres and are predominantly south facing. They are beautifully laid out, with a sweeping driveway, wide lawns, established borders, botanical planting with sub tropical varieties, period garden walling, a wild meadow and wooded area, and even a garden maze.

The garden is complete with a lovely Victorian greenhouse, with electrical supply and space for garden furniture, and further outbuildings that have potential for further development with the necessary planning consent.

Palm House offers a rare opportunity to acquire a carefully restored and distinctive period home, combining character, design and practicality, and set within one of Devon’s most historical rural estates.

Location

Palm House occupies a fantastic position in the heart of Mamhead village, high in the Haldon Hills with Haldon Forest right on your doorstep, offering fantastic walking trails and stunning views across the Exe estuary.

Palm House is located in a peaceful area, yet easily accessible for both Exeter and the M5 motorway. Exeter is approx. 8 miles with its thriving university, well regarded schools, theatres and wide selection of shopping and leisure facilities, including the Princesshay Shopping Centre and a John Lewis department store.

There is a David Lloyd Club at Sandy Park, home to the Exeter Chiefs, as well as numerous gyms, sports facilities and recreation grounds throughout the city, including those at Exeter University and St Sidwells Point.

For commuting to central London and Bristol, the mainline train station at St David’s in Exeter is approx. 8 miles from Palm House, with a local train connection to St. David's from Starcross station, approx. 3.5 miles away. There are regular fast trains to London Paddington in just over 2 hours or Bristol Temple Meads in 1 hour.

For golfing and outdoor enthusiasts there are a number of courses nearby, including Exeter, Woodbury and The Warren in Dawlish, whilst Haldon Forest provides excellent riding and walking. The Exe Estuary is not only famous for sailing and boating but also as an outstanding natural haven to birds and other wildlife. In addition, the award-winning beaches along the south and east Devon coastlines and Dartmoor are easily accessible.

Square Footage: 2,338 sq ft


Acreage: 1.15 Acres

Directions

Driveway entrance:

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From Exeter join the M5 southbound. At Kennford, moving into the left hand lane, take the A380 signposted to Torquay. At the top of Telegraph Hill, turn left signed Great Haldon before taking the next left at the T-Junction. Follow this road through the forest and turn left again at the next T-Junction signposted Mamhead. Continue down the hill passing the sign for Mamhead House. At the bottom of the hill, take the first right hand turn signposted Mamhead. Continue for 0.7 of a mile going past the telephone box and, after a long right hand bend, you will find the entrance to the property on the right hand side as you head down the hill, just after a left hand bend.

Additional Info

SERVICES:

Oil fired central heating - supplying under floor heating for all three floors.
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage via septic tank.

AGENT NOTE:

Buyers should be aware that the septic tank will likely not comply with current regulation and will likely need to be replaced.

There are two Council Tax's for the property.
- Ground and First Floor - Band E
- Second Floor - Band B