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Once considered to be as beautiful as Bath, Exeter was bombed by the German Luftwaffe during World War II. Forty acres of the city were levelled and many historic buildings were destroyed or severely damaged including Exeter Cathedral, which stores the original manuscript of the Exeter Book in its vaults. Dating back to the 10th century, the Exeter Book is one of four manuscripts that contain virtually all the surviving poetry from the Anglo-Saxon period.
Rougemont Castle was built soon after the Norman conquests and some parts of the castle are still in use today. 'The House That Moved', is a 15th century Tudor building that earned its name in 1961 when it was moved to allow a new road to be built in its place. Weighing more than twenty-one tonnes, it was strapped together and slowly moved a few centimetres at a time to its present location. Although the house is not for sale even as a mobile home, there is plenty of Exeter property on the market that is both impressive and relatively inexpensive.
It is still possible to find four-bedroom Victorian houses for sale in Exeter for under £200,000, and three-bedroom cottages in the region of £165,000. The average price in the Exeter region is £200,000 for three bedrooms and £310,000 for four or five bedrooms in a particularly sought-after area.
Flats for sale in Exeter in attractive Georgian and Victorian house conversions, are on offer for £110,000 with one bedroom and for £160,000 with two. Three-bedroom flats with two bathrooms, in a prestigious apartment block, would be on the market for £250,000.
Flats to rent in Exeter such as a two-bedroom, unfurnished flat in a popular location would be available for under £700 per month.
Houses to rent in Exeter offering two bedrooms in a detached period property, on the outskirts of Exeter, would also be available for under £700 per month.
Amenities for Exeter properties
Northernhay Gardens was laid out in 1612 as a pleasure walk for Exeter residents. Much of Northernhay Gardens now represent Victorian design, with a beautiful display of trees, mature shrubs, bushes and plenty of flower beds.
The Northcott Theatre is located on the campus of Exeter University and maintains its own repertory company. There are also two amateur theatre buildings with associated companies.
The University of Exeter has two campuses in the city, both notable for their attractive parkland. For about 30 years, Exeter operated a maintained three-school system where children changed schools when aged eight and twelve. From 2005, the education authority adopted the more usual pattern of primary school until aged eleven and secondary school from eleven to eighteen, in line with the UK's National Curriculum.
Transport in Exeter
The M5 motorway to Bristol and Birmingham starts at Exeter and connects at Bristol with the M4 to London or Wales. The older A30 road provides a more direct route to London via the A303 and M3. Going west, the A38 connects Exeter to Plymouth and South Cornwall, whilst the A30 continues to Okehampton and North Cornwall.
There are two mainline railways from Exeter to London. The faster Great Western route via Taunton goes to London Paddington and the slower West of England mainline goes via Salisbury to London Waterloo. The Cross-Country route links Exeter with Bristol, Birmingham, the Midlands, Northern England, and Scotland. Many trains on all three lines continue westwards from Exeter.
There are two main railway stations in Exeter: Exeter St David's is served by all services, whilst Exeter Central is more convenient for the city centre but served only by local services and the mainline route to London Waterloo.
Exeter International Airport lies east of the city and offers a variety of scheduled and charter flights.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Exeter, which is covered by the postcode EX, you may also like to consider neighbouring areas such as Honiton, Tiverton, Umberleigh, South Molton, Cullompton and Exmouth.
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4 bedrooms house in SILVERTON, EXETER - Offers in excess of £240,000
Quiet & rural. Stunning views from the 1st floor, master en-suite, downstairs cloakroom & utility room along with 3 reception rooms, means this is a real bargain. Silverton benefits from a real...... view full details
5 bedrooms house in Tedburn St Mary, Exeter, EX6 - Guide Price of £370,000
A substantial extended detached family house offering 5 bedrooms and 4 reception rooms of versatile accommodation with annexe potential being well presented throughout located on the fringe of...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Exeter, Devon, EX4 - Guide Price of £335,000
A modern three-storey contemporary style townhouse which has been built to an extremely high specification and affording pleasant views over the River Exe.... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Butts Road Exeter Devon EX2 5PW - Asking price of £178,000
Meyer Court was built by McCarthy & Stone and consists of 50 apartments arranged over two floors each served by a lift. The development is located opposite the landscaped Heavitree Park. The...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in CHRISTOW, EXETER - Offers in the region of £450,000
Wonderful views, village location, double garage, 2 bathrooms, driveway parking for approx 3 cars, are just a few of the things you get when purchasing this stunning chalet style property located...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in CHANCELLORS WAY. EXETER - Asking price of £229,950
Very spacious 3 bedroom link detached property, ideally located at the end of a cul-de-sac. Benefits include driveway, office, utility room, newly fitted kitchen, large rear garden & 4 piece...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in HALDON ROAD, Exeter - Asking price of £108,000
A bay fronted ground floor flat situated in a convenient position within close proximity to Exeter city centre and university campus. Presented in good decorative order throughout. Entrance hall....... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Haven Road, Exeter, Exeter - Asking price of £299,950
A rare opportunity has arisen to acquire this 'waterside gem'. Affording well appointed accommodation over three storeys, this impressive mid terrace town house forms part of a secure and...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Huish Lane End, Tedburn St Mary - Asking price of £2,650,000
An attractive modern three bedroom detached house with large garden, situated close to the centre of this popular village, approximately 13 miles west of the Cathedral City of Exeter, via A30.... view full details
