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5 bedroom detached house for sale
Blindwell, Barnstaple, Devon
£1,775,000
Blindwell, Barnstaple, Devon
£1,775,000
Our Summary
- Fruit cages and raised beds provide scope for self-sufficient gardening, and Virginia creepers line the undercroft log store, which is topped with a cedar shingle roof
Description
This stunning mid-century modern home, originally designed by renowned architect Reginald Gale in 1971, has been meticulously restored and extended by leading design studio Sybarite. The property boasts a spacious internal living area of over 2,335 sq ft across two storeys, with original features and detailing carefully preserved. The property is surrounded by private landscaped gardens and terraces of around 1.3 acres, offering breathtaking views of the Taw Estuary and Hartland Point. Located in the Devon countryside, the property provides easy access to Exmoor National Park, Dartmoor, and the North Devon coast's surfing beaches. The property's unique features include a corten steel gated entrance, a triple garage with solar panels, and a 300-litre water tank. The interior design is characterized by its use of natural materials, such as Sicilian marble and timber, and features a striking central fireplace, vaulted beamed roof, and large picture windows. The property also includes a self-contained annexe, perfect for guests, and a beautifully landscaped garden with a Koi pond, glasshouse, and fruit cages.