4 bed detached house for sale

The Gardens, Higher Raleigh Road, Barnstaple, Devon EX31

Chequers Estate Agents are delighted to offer for sale 2 The Gardens – a substantial and beautifully presented four-bedroom family home, located in the highly sought-after area of Pilton.

This impressive property is set within beautifully landscaped gardens and benefits from off-road parking and a garage, making it an ideal choice for families or those seeking space and style in a desirable setting.

An internal inspection is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm, space, and quality that this stunning home has to offer.

Purchased in 2010 and lovingly improved by the current owners, Coulsworthy is an immaculate home offering a seamless balance of open-plan living and more intimate, cosy spaces.

Upgrades to the property include the installation of a wood-burning stove in 2012, replacement of the upstairs windows in 2014, and the fitting of solar panels which generate a feed-in tariff of approximately £800 per annum. In addition, a new gas central heating boiler was installed in 2021, further enhancing the home's efficiency and comfort.

Accommodation Overview:
A striking feature entrance porch opens to a generous hallway with stairs rising to the first floor and a convenient cloakroom. The open-plan living space is a standout feature—bright and airy, perfect for modern family life and entertaining. A stylish wood burner creates a warm focal point in the lounge area, which flows into a separate dining room with double doors leading to an elevated sun terrace that enjoys sweeping views over the town and surrounding countryside.

The contemporary kitchen is of high specification with ample storage and space for appliances, adjoining a practical utility room with rear access.

First Floor:
Upstairs offers four well-proportioned bedrooms and a sleek modern family bathroom. Bedrooms one and two are spacious doubles benefitting from stunning views across Barnstaple, with the main bedroom also enjoying a modern en-suite shower room.

Outside:
To the front, a private driveway provides off-road parking and leads to a larger-than-average garage with power and lighting. The beautifully landscaped gardens wrap around the home and are enclosed by a charming stone wall, providing a high level of privacy. The rear garden is truly a highlight—with multiple seating areas, a lush lawn, and an array of mature ornamental shrubs and planting. It’s a peaceful haven ideal for relaxation or entertaining.

This unique home must be seen to be fully appreciated. Viewings are strictly by appointment through Chequers Estate Agents, the sole selling agents. Please contact us on or email to arrange your viewing.

Entrance Hallway

A spacious and welcoming entrance hallway, with stairs to first floor landing. Useful storage cupboard, radiator, laminate flooring.

Cloakroom

A modern cloakroom with WC and wash hand basing. UPVC double glazed window to front elevation.

Kitchen (7.42m x 2.84m)

A modern and attractive fitted kitchen with ample cupboard space. Further matching wall cabinets and drawers. Inset stainless steel one and a half bowl sink set into work surface with cupboard space below. Integrated oven with extractor over, space for upright fridge/freezer as well as space and plumbing for dishwasher. Further kitchen area which is open plan and leads into the living area. UPVC double glazed bay window to rear elevation overlooking the garden as well as further window to side elevation. Radiator, vinyl flooring.

Utility Room (1.88m x 1.7m)

A useful utility room with UPVC double glazed window to side elevation and door giving access to the garden. Inset one and a half bowl sink set into worksurface with cupboard space below. Appliance space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer.

Living Room (5.4m x 4.7m)

A spacious and light living room with UPVC double glazed window to side and rear elevation overlooking the garden. Double glazed patio doors leading to the rear garden. A beautiful feature to this room is the working wood burner, radiator, laminate flooring.

Dining Room (4.78m x 2.64m)

UPVC double glazed window to front elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.

First Floor Landing

Landing area with UPVC double glazed window to front elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.

Bedroom One (4.1m x 3.45m)

A dual aspect double bedroom with UPVC double glazed window to side and rear elevation overlooking the garden and glimpses of countryside in the distance. Radiator, fitted carpet.

En-Suite (2.97m x 1.22m)

A modern three piece white site comprising double walk in shower cubicle with rainfall shower head over in a tiled surround, WC, pedestal wash hand basin. Extensive tiling, heated towel rail, tiled flooring. UPVC double glazed window to side elevation.

Bedroom Two (3.45m x 3.45m)

UPVC double glazed window to rear elevation overlooking the garden and rolling fields in the distance, built in double wardrobes with hanging rail as well as further cupboard with shelving, radiator, fitted carpet.

Bedroom Three (3.25m x 2.77m)

UPVC double glazed window to side elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.

Bedroom Four (2.67m x 2.46m)

UPVC double glazed window to front elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.

Bathroom (2.95m x 2.82m)

A modern four piece suite comprising panelled bath with mixer taps, corner shower cubicle in a tiled surround. WC, pedestal wash hand basin. Wall mounted boiler supplying the central heating and hot water, radiator, tiled flooring. UPVC double glazed window to side and rear elevation, shaver socket.

Garden

To the front of the property is a driveway providing off road parking. The driveway leads to the garage which has power connected. There is also a small shrubbed garden to the front that leads around to the side of the property. To the rear of the property is a fully enclosed south facing garden, offering a high degree of privacy. The garden has a beautiful wall feature and an extensive patio area, perfect for alfresco dining with steps leading to a large lawn area with a shrub border aswell as an array of fruit trees. The raised patio area enjoys glorious views in the distance towards Barnstaple town and rolling fields in the distance.

Garage (5.05m x 3.5m)

Up and over door, power and lighting conncted.

Agent Notes

An additional highlight of this exceptional home is the inclusion of fully owned solar panels, which will be transferred to the new owners upon completion. Not only do they offer an environmentally friendly energy solution, but they also provide a valuable financial benefit—currently generating a feed-in tariff of approximately £800 per annum. Updated figures can be provided nearer to the point of sale, ensuring complete transparency.

Note

For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. Some photographs may have been taken using a wide angle lens. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are important matters which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property.