Woodbury, Exeter, EX5

This impressive detached farmhouse, situated on the edge of a picturesque village and offering stunning rural views, presents a wonderful family home with extensive character and versatile space. The annexe and barns offer scope for multi-generational living and income potential. The property benefits from a beautifully gated south-west facing garden of around one-third of an acre, providing ample outdoor space for relaxation and entertainment. Inside, the home features a fabulous kitchen/family room as its centrepiece, with triple aspect sash windows with working shutters, an open fireplace with stone surround and wood burner, and a natural seating area, complemented by a fitted kitchen with inset sink, breakfast bar, fireplace alcove with space for a range cooker, Welsh dresser, and a large dining table, all set on stained floorboards with painted beams. Adjacent to the kitchen is a pretty courtyard and a rear hallway with French doors, slate flooring, and a log store alcove, leading to additional storage, and access to the self contained one bedroom annexe. On the ground floor there is also a useful Boot Room and generous utility room. The main reception room is a double-aspect space with sash windows, an open fireplace, wood flooring, and an additional raised reception area with exposed ceiling and wall beams, enhancing the home's rustic charm. The bathroom on the ground floor features a shower, WC and wash hand basin. The first-floor landing is galleried with windows overlooking the courtyard, providing access to five bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite with dual sash windows, exposed beams, and an en-suite bathroom with vaulted ceilings, slipper bath, and separate shower. The other bedrooms include a mix of front-facing sash windows, fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, and period features. There is a lovely library / Home Working Office with vaulted ceilings and courtyard views, while The Guest Suite includes a freestanding slipper bath and separate toilet/basin. The second family bathroom offers views of Haldon Hills and includes a bath with shower, WC, and wash hand basin. The property also boasts a stunning attached double-height barn made of cob and timber, complete with an apple press and internal storage, as well as two interconnected barns, a garage with passage to the kitchen garden, and a separate reed barn�providing ample scope for hobbies, workshops, or potential conversion. The gardens are beautifully landscaped, with a wall-enclosed front lawn, paved pathways, and side access to a spacious parking area that can accommodate numerous vehicles. The large south-facing rear garden, adjoining open fields and offering sweeping views toward Haldon Belvedere features a patio, abundant plants, fruit trees and bushes. There is also a dedicated kitchen garden incorporating a decked area with bar, fire pit, greenhouse and raised beds. Separated by a planted screen makes this an idyllic rural retreat. Overall, this exceptional farmhouse combines historic charm, generous living spaces, and stunning outdoor areas, making it a truly unique and versatile family home in a tranquil countryside setting.