4 bed detached house for sale

Barnstaple Hill, Swimbridge, Barnstaple EX32

Heavenly by name, heavenly by nature. This remarkable 4-bedroom chapel conversion offers over 200m2 of soul-stirring space, jaw-dropping architecture, and light-filled open-plan living – all tucked away in the pretty village of Swimbridge with views, wildlife and privacy galore.

If homes could talk, Heavenly House would sing!

Dating back to 1837, this show-stopping former Baptist chapel has been reimagined with heart, soul and an architect’s eye for design. Converted in 2000 by the current owners —restoration specialists with a flair for breathing life back into the historic — this is not just a home, it’s a masterpiece of proportion, light, and character.

Positioned on an elevated south-facing plot in the heart of Swimbridge, the views stretch across the village rooftops and out into open countryside. You feel connected to the community yet quietly cocooned within your own private sanctum. The garden is mature, peaceful and packed with personality.

The vast open-plan living and dining space is dramatic yet inviting, with high ceilings, a galleried landing and four statement arched windows pouring in natural light.

Maple and Douglas fir stairs rise gently into the vaulted space, bringing warmth to the grandeur. The kitchen is smart, stylish and practical - perfect for a laid-back breakfast or a full family feast. A utility and cloakroom keep the practicalities tucked away, while French doors at the rear let the garden into the flow of daily life.

Upstairs, there’s a versatile mix of bedrooms, a family bathroom, a separate shower room, and a light-filled study/bedroom four, with direct access to the rear garden. At the top of the house, a tucked-away loft room offers bonus space — ideal as an en-suite, study or playroom.

Outside, things get even better. The stepped path from the lane leads you through a charming graveyard garden (leasehold) towards a walled, tree-fringed slice of heaven.

The main garden is your own private stage: Sun-soaked, south-facing, and filled with year-round colour. A raised flagstone patio offers the perfect setup for entertaining. And tucked away in the corner is a stylish potting shed/garden studio with two rooms, a shower and more — ideal for entertaining guests, hobbies or home working (subject to consent).

In total, the freehold plot (excluding graveyard) covers approximately 0.23 acres, with 0.5 acres overall.

Why you'll love it?

Tucked into one of North Devon’s most desirable villages, Heavenly House gives you the peace of rural life without sacrificing practicality — no traffic chaos, no overdevelopment, and an easy run into Barnstaple or onto the A361.

Step into the garden and you’re not just outside — you’re among owls, hedgehogs, bats and slow-worms. Inside, the space flows with ease — big enough to host a 7-piece funk band and 100 guests, yet warm and inviting enough for morning coffee under the trees or school runs from the gate.

It's seen children grow up, countless birthdays, and quiet moments of joy — and now it’s ready to start its next chapter.
Finer details


- A Freehold Grade II Listed Detached House

- 4 bedrooms with 2 bathrooms

- Superb Open Plan living and dining room

- Kitchen breakfast room

- Utility room

- Secluded enclosed gardens

- Detached potting shed/studio

- Flagstone patio

- Gas boiler providing underfloor/central heating & hot water

- Mains water, drainage and electricity

- Ultrafast broadband available

- Mobile signal likely with most providers

- Council tax band D

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