Offwell, Honiton, Devon

Karibuni is a home that offers far more than generous accommodation; it presents an appealing lifestyle, combining space, comfort and versatility with a peaceful setting and attractive countryside surroundings.

Approached via a block-paved driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to the integral garage, the property is complemented by established gardens, mature planting, hedging and trees, creating an attractive first impression.

The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged, with a welcoming entrance porch leading into the central hallway, from which the principal reception rooms and ground floor accommodation can be accessed.

The lounge is a particularly inviting space, enjoying an abundance of natural light through its windows and double doors overlooking the rear garden. An electric fire set within an attractive feature surround provides a focal point, while the double doors offer a seamless connection between the house and garden.

The kitchen/breakfast room provides a sociable and practical space, fitted with a range of light oak wall and base units, work surfaces and integrated appliances, including a cooker hood, fridge and dishwasher. There is space for a freestanding cooker, additional fridge/freezer and a breakfast or dining area. A separate utility room provides further storage and preparation space, with access to both the rear garden and integral garage.

A further reception room, currently utilised as a comfortable snug, offers excellent flexibility and could equally serve as a formal dining room or third bedroom, depending on individual requirements. This is complemented by a ground floor bedroom with fitted mirrored wardrobes, together with a family bathroom comprising a bath, separate shower and wash basin, and a separate WC.

Stairs rise to the first floor, where the landing provides access to the impressive principal bedroom. Enjoying windows to both the front and rear elevations, this room benefits from lovely countryside views, fitted mirrored wardrobes and substantial under-eaves storage. An en-suite shower room completes the principal bedroom accommodation, with further useful storage incorporated into the eaves.

Externally, the rear garden is a particularly appealing feature of Karibuni, offering a wonderful balance of lawned and landscaped areas. A paved patio provides an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, with steps leading up to the lawn, established flowerbeds, mature planting, hedging and trees. Further features include a pond, vegetable patches, greenhouse and timber shed, providing plr hobbies, relaxation or working from home. A pathway runs around the side of the property, providing gated access to the front garden.

Additional external facilities include a separate WC and oil room, incorporating the controls for the property's solar photovoltaic panels and air-source heat pump.

The integral garage is accessed via an up-and-over door and benefits from power, lighting, boarded storage and fitted racking, with convenient internal access from the utility room.

In summary, Karibuni represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire a spacious and versatile home, combining comfortable family accommodation with attractive gardens, useful outbuildings and beautiful countryside views. Its flexible layout, established outdoor spaces and peaceful surroundings make it a property ideally suited to those seeking a more relaxed pace of life without compromising on practicality.

Agent's Note: The vendor has advised that planning permission was previously granted for a further first-floor extension. Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries regarding the current status of any planning permission. Plenty of opportunity for those with an interest in gardening.

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E (East Devon District Council)
Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage
Heating: Oil central heating, air source heat pump, solar panels
Parking: Private driveway and single garage

SITUATION
Karibuni is located right in the heart of Offwell, a charming village which has an active community,
primary school and opposite the ancient Church of St Mary's. It lies approximately 2 miles from the market town of Honiton which is particularly well-known as an antique and book centre, as well as having most of the usual multiples and a variety of independent shops, restaurants, schools, sports centre/swimming pool, golf club and main line rail link to London Waterloo.
Honiton has excellent communication facilities with a dual carriageway to the Cathedral City of Exeter, some 20 miles to the west. Exeter has extensive shopping and sporting facilities, theatres, art centre, main line express rail link to London Paddington and an international airport, together with M5 access.
The Regency coastal resort of Sidmouth lies some 12 miles to the south with its pebble beach (sand at low tide), long esplanade and range of independent shops. The renowned Colyton Grammar School, one of England's top mixed state schools, is situated about 6.5 miles away.