Woolacombe, North Devon, EX34 7AP

The Story: There are places that simply feel different. Where the world slows, the air tastes fresher and the horizon seems to stretch forever. The Cedars is one of those rare havens.

Tucked quietly above Woolacombe, it offers a life where mornings begin with the sound of birdsong, days drift between the garden and the beach, and evenings end with sunsets painting the sky over sea and countryside.

Here, peace and privacy are a given, yet the village is within a stroll, the surf always within reach.

It is a home shaped for laughter and conversation, for quiet reflection and joyful gatherings, for a lifestyle where space, style and tranquillity are woven together by design.

Description The Cedars is a stylish and substantial family home, completely redesigned and remodelled in 2021 by the current owners.

Now presented in turnkey condition, it offers contemporary interiors, versatile living spaces, and a detached one-bedroom annexe that adds valuable flexibility.

Set in an elevated and private position with views across coast and countryside, The Cedars combines privacy with accessibility.

The main five-bedroom house, together with landscaped gardens and ample parking, creates a rare opportunity within walking distance of the golden sands at Woolacombe.

Accommodation At the centre of the main house lies a superb open-plan kitchen/dining/living area with three sets of sliding doors opening onto a veranda and gardens.

A central woodburner creates a welcoming focal point, while the kitchen includes a pantry and a stylish central island with breakfast bar.

The ground floor also provides a utility, cloakroom, and two double bedrooms, each with its own modern en-suite shower room. Versatility.

Upstairs, a turned timber staircase leads to a bright galleried study landing. The principal bedroom suite includes a dressing room and a generous en-suite with bath and separate shower.

Two further double bedrooms and a family shower room complete the first floor.

The Annex The detached annexe offers independent living with a conservatory-style dining space, open-plan kitchen/living room, a double bedroom with en-suite, and its own private courtyard.

Proven as a holiday rental, it also lends itself beautifully to multigenerational living, visiting guests, or use as a home office or creative studio.

With a handy shed for storage and an outdoor shower for beach days, it delivers flexibility — with potential to extend further, subject to planning.

Outside A gated gravel driveway provides ample parking for multiple vehicles with room for a boat or motorhome.

The wraparound veranda extends the living space outdoors, while the landscaped gardens include a tranquil pond, raised decked seating, a covered barbecue shelter, and a range of useful outbuildings.

Designed for privacy, relaxation and entertaining, the gardens create a true extension of the home. Situation Few coastal villages can rival the lifestyle that Woolacombe offers.

Renowned for its award-winning three-mile beach, the village is a haven for surfers, walkers and families, with a vibrant mix of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs.

The South West Coast Path passes nearby, offering dramatic coastal walks in either direction.

The property sits quietly at the end of a no-through country lane, enjoying wide views to the sea and surrounding countryside, yet is only a 20-minute walk into Woolacombe itself.

Excellent local schools include Woolacombe Primary (rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted), with further options at Braunton, Ilfracombe and Barnstaple, and the renowned West Buckland School a little further afield.

Connectivity is strong: Barnstaple (about 30 minutes by car) provides mainline rail to Exeter, while the North Devon Link Road connects to the M5 at Tiverton (J27) in around 45 minutes.

From there, Tiverton Parkway offers fast trains to London Paddington in just over two hours. Exeter and Bristol airports are also within reach for national and international travel.

What3Words ///dynasties.fence.muddle Services Mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Oil-fired central heating to the main house. Bottled gas for the annexe. Timber frame with slate roof.

Ultrafast broadband is available in the area, and mobile coverage is provided by several networks.

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