4 bed detached house for sale

Mount Howe, Exeter, Devon EX3

A detached home in an elevated position on the southern edge of Topsham, offering breathtaking views of the River Clyst and River Exe.

Description
Set on a private road on the southern edge of Topsham, Coromandel is a charming detached home that takes full advantage of its stunning location. With south-facing views over the River Clyst and the River Exe, the property enjoys a front-row seat to the natural beauty of the area, stretching all the way to the estuary mouth.

The current owners have extended and thoughtfully updated the home, creating approx. 1,756 sq. Ft. Of space that’s both practical and inviting. As you step inside, you’re greeted by a welcoming hallway that leads to the main living areas. On your left, the spacious sitting room has a large picture window, allowing you to enjoy the incredible views.

On the right, there’s a study area with a cloakroom, making it the perfect spot for a home office or a large cloak room. Towards the back of the house, the kitchen/dining room is the heart of the home. It’s well-equipped with a double eye-level oven, electric hob, and plenty of space for cooking and entertaining. Sliding doors open up to the front, bringing the outside in and offering a wonderful spot for alfresco dining. There’s also a pantry and built-in cupboards for extra storage, and the utility room gives you direct access to the rear garden. At the front of the house, the garden room offers another space to relax and enjoy the views, with French doors leading to a paved patio area that’s perfect for outdoor entertaining.

Upstairs, the property has four comfortable bedrooms, with the principal bedroom having a large window framing the amazing views on offer. It comes with a shared bathroom, with a further family shower room serving the remaining three bedrooms, making it ideal for family living.

Coromandel is in a prime spot, with peaceful surroundings and exceptional views. Outside, there's a driveway leading to a garage, with a garden at the front with a terrace area. There is a useful shed for extra storage, plus an additional parking space on the other side of the Mount Howe private road.

Location
The quiet, peaceful setting is ideal for those looking for a rural escape, while still being just a short drive from the vibrant town of Topsham and the city of Exeter. Topsham has been a port since the 13th Century and the tidal estuary of the Exe is not only famous for sailing and boating but also as a natural haven for birds and wildlife with a number of rspb nature reserves and bird hides nearby.

Coromandel and Mount Howe is superbly located within walking distance of an excellent range of amenities, including independent shops, pubs and restaurants, a school, outdoor swimming pool and a bowling and sailing club; all the necessities for a thriving local community. There is also train station, providing regular trains into Exeter Central, Exeter St David’s Stations and down to Exmouth.

The cathedral city of Exeter is within approximately four miles and offers a wide range of state and independent schools, shopping and leisure facilities, together with good communication links, including a main line rail link to London Paddington, London Waterloo and Exmouth, access to the M5 Motorway and Exeter International Airport.

The surrounding area provides ample opportunity for leisure activities, including Darts Farm on the outskirts of Topsham, superb cycle tracks and The Exeter Golf and Country Club, all within close proximity.

Square Footage: 1,905 sq ft



Directions
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From the Station Road / Elm Grove Road roundabout, follow Elm Grove Road taking the right hand turn off to follow and continue on Elm Grove Road. Take the left hand turn onto Bowling Green Road, where following the lane to the bottom take the right hand turn into Mount Howe where Coromandel can be found on the right hand side.

Additional Info
Services:

Mains water, electricity and drainage. Oil fired central heating and an electric fire.

Agents Note:

The house is accessed via a private road that was resurface in 2023. There is a proportional cost for maintenance and repair.

The house sits within the Topsham conservation area.

Photos taken Spring 2025