5 bed town house for sale

Esplanade, Exmouth EX8

A rare opportunity to acquire a stunning elegant five bedroom three storey town house occupying a prestigious sea front setting with fabulous outlook and views over Exe estuary and English channel. Refurbished to a particularly high specification in 2025. Comprising reception hall. Sitting room. Quality modern kitchen/dining room. Ground floor cloakroom. First floor master bedroom with ensuite and balcony. Bedroom two with ensuite. Second floor shower room. Bedroom three with ensuite. Two further bedrooms. Small enclosed courtyard. Garage with electronically operated front door. A truly fabulous property. No chain. Viewing highly recommended

York house was built around 1890, following the reclamation of land that had originally been part of the beach, made possible by the construction of the sea wall. It is believed to have been commissioned for a wealthy merchant during the period when Exmouth Docks ranked among the most significant ports in the South West.

Originally, the property also incorporated the adjoining house to the right, now known as Magnolia House, which began life as a toll house before later becoming a ships chandlery. During the Second World War, York House was requisitioned by the Royal Air Force, thanks to its exceptional vantage point overlook the mouth of the River Exe and Exmouth Bay. The property was subsequently owned for many years by a well known local artist.

In 2025, York House underwent an extensive, top-to-bottom renovation programme, completed to an exceptional standard.

From the moment you arrive, the property’s remarkable waterfront setting and beautifully restored period character are immediately apparent. The recent renovation has been thoughtfully executed, combining timeless architectural features with high-quality contemporary finishes throughout.

Accommodation in detail comprises (All dimensions approximate)

Covered entrance with courtesy light. Attractive composite lead effect double glazed panelled door leads to:

Reception hall

Solid oak wood flooring with underfloor heating. Attractive panelling to dado rail height. Double width cloaks cupboard with hanging rail and fitted shelving. Additional storage cupboards. Stairs rising to first floor. Understair storage cupboards. Feature high ceiling. Smoke alarm. Glass panelled door leads to:

Sitting room

13’6” (4.11m) x 12’4” (3.76m). An impressive room with feature high ceiling. Solid oak wood flooring with underfloor heating. Display cupboards with fitted shelving. Feature large uPVC double glazed window to front aspect with fine outlook over seafront.

From reception hall, door to:

Cloakroom

Low level WC. Wall hung wash hand basin, with modern style mixer tap, set in vanity unit with cupboard space beneath. High polished tiled flooring. High polished tiled wall surround. Extractor fan.

From reception hall, concealed sliding door opens to:

Kitchen/dining room

16’8” (5.08m) x 12’0” (3.66m). A luxury quality refitted kitchen consisting an extensive range of matching base, drawer and eye level cupboards. Marble worktops with matching splashback. Large bowl sink unit with modern style mixer tap set within work surface. Five ring Bosch induction hob with filter/extractor hood over. Fitted dishwasher. Fitted washing machine. Fitted Bosch double oven/grill. Bosch microwave/grill. Recess for double width Americal style fridge freezer. Wine cooler. Fitted storage cupboards built into recess. Solid oak wood flooring with underfloor heating. Obscure uPVC double glazed window to side aspect. Obscure uPVC double glazed window to rear aspect. Obscure uPVC double glazed door provides access to rear courtyard.

First floor landing

Modern style radiator. Stairs rising to second floor. Smoke alarm. Panelled door leads to:

Master bedroom

17’8” (5.38m) x 12’5” (3.78m). A fabulous light and spacious room benefitted from the fine outlook and views over the Exe estuary, English Channel, Dawlish and beyond. Two wall light points. Traditional style radiator. Two large uPVC double glazed sliding patio doors providing access to:

Balcony

Door to:

Ensuite shower room

A luxury suite comprising good size tiled shower enclosure with fitted mains shower unit. Wall hung wash hand basin with modern style mixer tap and storage space beneath. Low level WC. Attractive tiled wall surround. Tiled flooring. Heated ladder towel rail. Shaver point.

From first floor landing, panelled door leads to:

Bedroom 2

11’10” (3.61m) into recess x 11’10” (3.61m). Radiator. Two wall light points. UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect. Door to:

Ensuite bathroom

10’10” (3.30m) x 7’2” (2.18m). A luxury bathroom consisting of a panelled bath with modern style mixer tap including shower attachment and glass shower screen. Low level WC. Rectangular shaped wall hung wash hand basin with modern style mixer tap and drawer space beneath. Extractor fan. Shaver point. Tiled wall surround. Tiled floor. Heated ladder towel rail. Obscure uPVC double glazed window to side aspect. Additional obscure uPVC double glazed window to rear aspect.

Second floor landing

Access to roof space. Radiator. UPVC double glazed window to side aspect. Door to:

Bedroom 3

12’10” (3.91m) x 11’0” (3.35m). Two radiators. Two uPVC double glazed windows to front aspect again offering fine outlook over neighbouring area and beyond. Door to:

Ensuite bathroom

11’10” (3.61m) x 5’10” (1.78m). Again a luxury matching suite comprising ‘P’ shaped panelled bath with glass shower screen and modern style mixer tap including shower attachment. Rectangular shaped wash hand basin set in vanity unit with drawer space beneath. Low level WC. Tiled wall surround. Tiled floor. Heated ladder towel rail. Extractor fan. UPVC double glazed window to front aspect with fine outlook over neighbouring Exe estuary, English Channel and beyond.

From second floor landing, door to:

Bedroom 4

12’0” (3.66m) x 8’8” (2.64m). Radiator. UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect.

From second floor landing, door to:

Bedroom 5

12’0” (3.66m) x 8’3” (2.51m) maximum. Radiator. UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect.

From second floor landing, door to:

Family shower room

Again a luxury matching suite comprising quadrant tiled shower enclosure with fitted mains shower unit. Low level WC. Wall hung wash hand basin with modern style mixer tap and drawer space beneath. Tiled floor. Tiled wall surround. Heated ladder towel rail. Extractor fan.

Outside

Directly to the rear of the property is a small enclosed courtyard garden with rear gate providing pedestrian access. External power point and security light. UPVC double glazed door provides access to:

Garage

22’0” (6.71m) x 12’7” (3.84m) (irregular shape). Electronically operated door providing vehicle access.

Tenure
Freehold


Material information

Construction Type: To be confirmed

Mains: - Water, drainage, electric, gas

Heating: Gas central heating

Mobile: Indoors – Current data from Ofcom website:

Mobile: Outdoors – Current data from Ofcom website:

Broadband: Current data from Ofcom website:

Flood Risk: Current data can be found on the website:

Mining: No risk from mining

Council Tax: Band E (East Devon)

viewing

Strictly by appointment with the Vendors Agents.

Agents note

The information given in these particulars is intended to help you decide whether you wish to view this property and to avoid wasting your time in viewing unsuitable properties. We have tried to make sure that these particulars are accurate, but to a large extent we have to rely on what the seller tells us about the property. We do not check every single piece of information ourselves as the cost of doing so would be prohibitive and we do not wish to unnecessarily add to the cost of moving house.

Once you find the property you want to buy, you will need to carry out more checks into the property than it is practical or reasonable for an estate agent to do when preparing sales particulars. For example, we have not carried out any kind of survey of the property to look for structural defects and would advise any homebuyer to obtain a surveyor’s report before exchanging contracts. If you do not have your own surveyor, we would be pleased to recommend one. We have not checked whether any equipment in the property (such as central heating) is in working order and would advise homebuyers to check this.

You should also instruct a solicitor to check all legal matters relating to the property (e.g. Title, planning permission, etc.) as these are specialist matters in which estate agents are not qualified. Your solicitor will also agree with the seller what items (e.g. Carpets, curtains, etc.) will be included in the sale.

Please be aware that all measurements within these particulars are recorded with a sonic tape, and whilst every effort has been taken to ensure their accuracy potential purchasers are recommended to satisfy themselves before entering a contract to purchase.

Agents note money laundering policy

Samuels Estate Agents are committed to ensuring that it has adequate controls to counter money laundering activities and terrorist financing activities, in line with the Money Laundering Regulations 2007. Any prospective purchaser will be required to show proof of funds and identification. We ask for your cooperation on this matter in order that there will be no delay in the transaction.

EPC rating: D (66)