Tarka's Holt

Tarkas Holt, located on the leafy and sought-after Toadpit Lane in West Hill in a private en clave of just four houses, is a substantial and thoughtfully designed home, perfectly suited to family living, home working and a relaxed, countryside lifestyle. Set within a beautifully private plot approaching three-quarters of an acre, it offers generous 3054 square foot of living space, versatile layout and tranquil surroundings in one of East Devon’s most desirable villages.

The property is entered through a solid wood door into a wide and welcoming reception hallway, filled with light from two double glazed windows. Bespoke fitted storage includes display shelving, cupboards and feature lighting, combining practicality with a warm and stylish feel.

The sitting room is a particularly impressive space-bright and inviting, with a dual aspect and doors opening directly to the garden. The vaulted ceiling, complete with exposed beams and a skylight, adds a real sense of volume and character, while an open fire with tiled hearth and timber mantle creates a charming focal point. Above, the galleried landing enhances the architectural interest and sense of space.

The separate dining room is also generous in size and naturally bright, with four double glazed windows overlooking the grounds. It’s an ideal setting for entertaining or enjoying family meals in a peaceful environment.

A well-proportioned home office is located off the hallway, offering a quiet retreat for home working or study, with pleasant views through two double glazed windows and a connecting door to the rear hallway.

The kitchen/breakfast room is well-equipped and thoughtfully laid out, with a one and a half bowl stainless steel sink, a wide range of fitted units including carousel storage, pull-out larder and deep drawers, plus a matching range of wall cupboards with under-lighting. Integrated appliances include an electric double oven, four-ring electric hob with splashback and extractor, and a dishwasher. A breakfast bar provides a relaxed seating area, while a window looks out over the rear garden, making this a practical and pleasant space for everyday use.

An archway opens to the utility room, which continues the practical theme with a second sink, fitted storage, matching wall units, integrated fridge/freezer and plumbing for laundry appliances. A door leads to a rear hallway with coat storage, access to the garden, and a second cloakroom with tiled floor, pedestal basin and WC.

From the kitchen, a few steps descend to a cosy living room or snug-ideal for informal family use. This room includes an open fireplace with tiled hearth, recessed shelving, a double glazed window and sliding doors that lead out to a sheltered patio area.

Upstairs, the large landing is approached by a turning staircase with a feature curve and exposed balustrades. A double glazed window offers a pleasant outlook to the garden, and there is access to loft storage.

The principal bedroom is a light and spacious room, entered through a distinctive arched doorway and enjoying a dual aspect. A range of mirrored wardrobes offers plenty of storage, while an arched opening and a few steps lead to a generous modern en suite bathroom. This includes twin basins with mixer taps, a deep bath, separate tiled shower enclosure with mains shower, WC, bidet, wall lighting, a large wall mirror, and multiple storage cupboards, including a linen cupboard with slatted shelving.

Bedroom two is another comfortable double room, with two windows enjoying a leafy outlook and a fitted double wardrobe. Bedroom three, also a double, looks out over the rear garden. The galleried landing continues towards bedroom four-a spacious room with fitted wardrobes, a wash hand basin, and a garden view.

The modern family shower room includes a basin with mixer tap, low-level WC, mains shower with glazed screen, chrome heated towel rail, tiled flooring and stylish part-tiled walls, plus a double glazed window overlooking the garden.

Outside, the home is approached via a gravelled driveway providing ample off-road parking and leading to a detached double garage with remote-controlled door, power, lighting, eaves storage and a rear courtesy door.

The gardens and grounds are beautifully landscaped and maintained, offering privacy, space and year-round interest. Wide lawns are interspersed with mature trees, established borders full of colour, and several well-positioned patios for outdoor dining and entertaining. There’s also a charming woodland area-perfect for children to explore or simply enjoy the shade-a timber storage shed, a log store and a designated vegetable growing area.

Tarkas Holt combines flexible accommodation, generous proportions and a calm, rural setting, making it an ideal choice for families, professionals working from home and anyone seeking comfort, space and peace in a thriving village location.

SERVICES:
The vendors have advised the following: Mains gas serving the central heating and hot water, mains electricity, mains water (metered) and drainage. Wood burning stove. Telephone landline currently under Contract with BT. Broadband (FTTP) currently under Contract with BT. Download speed 146 Mbps and Upload speed 106 Mbps. Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property including EE, 02, Three and Vodafone currently under Contract with 02.

AGENTS NOTE:
The vendors advise that the driveway is jointly owned along with the adjacent 3 properties. This provides access to Tarka’s Holt and the 4 properties are jointly responsible for the costs of any repairs/maintenance. They also advise that the filter tap in the kitchen and electric radiator in the lounge are NOT in full working order and that the garden ornaments are NOT included within the sale of the property. They have also advised that in the eaves of the roof there are a small number of Lesser Horseshoe bats hibernating in the Winter (November to March). There are visiting Pipistrelle bats as well as Horseshoe bats in the Summer. The loft space above the house is totally enclosed and isolated from the eaves.