THE WHITE HOUSE.
The White House has origins dating back to the Georgian period and has greatly evolved over the centuries resulting in the magnificent home of elegant proportions that we find today. It previously had a connection to the pretty Parish Church of St Gregory’s opposite and was also once the residence of the 5th Earl of Kilmorey. The property is traditionally built with rendered and colourwashed exterior elevations under a slated roof, with typical small pane sash windows, many of which are double glazed particularly to the rear. The front door is approached through an imposing pillared entrance portico and there are other striking exterior features such as the arched landing window, wide overhangs to the roof and tall chimney stacks.

In recent years The White House has undergone an impeccable programme of restoration and refurbishment which has been completed with a forensic attention to detail, design and style. This has resulted in the outstanding home of uncompromising quality we find today which exudes understated elegance and luxurious grandeur. The White House retains many fine character features and the rooms are of beautiful proportions with high ceilings, ornate cornicing and shuttered windows & French doors, all of which take advantage of the superb views over the well-established grounds, Church and village.

Worthy of particular mention is the entrance hallway with its majestic sweeping staircase, the magnificent ‘Andrew Ryan’ bespoke kitchen which is quite simply exquisite with its white and gold colour scheme and high-end appliances including a Gaggenau fridge/freezer, white Ilve range and steam oven, and a Quooker tap. The sitting room is also worthy of note and features a contemporary gas burner and a stunning glass fronted wine room with tasting area. The accommodation is spacious and very comfortable, offering 6 bedrooms, one of which is currently used as a lavish dressing room, and 4 four bath/shower rooms, all of which have underfloor heating.

THE COACH HOUSE & POOL VILLA.
Within the grounds is a former coach house which is currently let for holidays through Airbnb, however, alternatively would make ideal accommodation for large or extended families or for multi-generational living. This has also been the subject of considerable work and offers superb accommodation arranged over two floors, with two generous bedrooms to the first floor.

Adjoining the heated pool is The Pool Villa, another stunning space which has been created with a more contemporary feel to the design and layout. This has been extensively fitted with a beautiful kitchen/dining room and lavish shower room to the ground floor, and a superb first floor sitting room and bedroom. This makes an ideal suite of rooms for entertaining by the pool side or another stylish rental unit. Besides this is a sauna and treatment/beauty room.

GARDENS & GROUNDS.
Undoubtedly one of The White House’s main features is its stunning setting which offers complete privacy within its award winning, beautifully established grounds. The property stands well back from the village lane and is approached through impressive electric gates which lead to a sweeping drive leading to a circular turn around and parking area in front of the house and the large garage building to the right. As mentioned, the detached Coach House stands to the north of the property with the garage block to the west.

The front drive is flanked by areas of mature shrubs and trees, as well as an area of lawn. To the west is the heated swimming pool which has an electric cover and a large paved terrace which has a Mediterranean feel with is white rendered walls and colourful shrub bank which is planted with many grasses. There is also an area of lawn interspersed with a variety of fruit trees.

To the rear of the house (south) there is a huge paved terrace and a very sheltered garden which rises on a number of levels and which are semi-formal with areas of lawn, sweeping stone steps, well-established shrub banks and a number of mature trees. All of which combine to create a most colourful apt setting, as well as ensuring privacy. In all the grounds extend to 0.8 of an acre and are partly walled.

SITUATION.
The White House comprises an imposing and exceptionally handsome period residence which is set in the heart of the picturesque village of Harpford. This in turn is located on the banks of the River Otter amongst some of the county’s most attractive Countryside, and lies within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty over which there are glorious walks close at hand. These include the magical Harpford Woods as well as Aylesbeare and Woodbury Common which are a short distance away. Harpford has an active community with a village hall and has easy access to the A3052 which provides excellent links to the Cathedral City of Exeter and Sidmouth which is located on the World Heritage Jurassic Coast approximately three and a half miles away.

Sidmouth is East Devon’s premier coastal resort and has a long esplanade with wide pebbled and sand (at low tide) beaches. There are some beautiful walks along this stretch of coastline over the myriad of public footpaths, which include the South West Peninsular Coastal Path which runs along the whole of the Devon coastline. The town itself has many beautiful parks and a shopping centre with a great variety of independent shops and boutiques, as well as the usual multiples. There is also an out of town Waitrose store, cinema, theatre and range of sporting facilities including tennis courts, croquet lawn, indoor swimming pool, golf club and a cricket pitch overlooking the sea.

Sidmouth lies approximately 10 miles from the busy market town of Honiton which has a main line rail link to London (Waterloo). The Cathedral City of Exeter lies approximately 12 miles to the south west and has a comprehensive range of shopping facilities including the Princesshay Shopping Centre, theatres, restaurants & food hall and a renowned university, as well as rail links to Bristol (on the ‘express’ Paddington line) and Waterloo, and international airport.

DIRECTIONS.
Travelling in an easterly direction (from Exeter), follow the A3052 into the village of Newton Poppleford. Proceed through the village and over the bridge, taking a left hand turning at the bottom of Four Elms Hill signposted Harpford. Follow this lane into the village, passing several thatched cottages and take the first turning on the left. The driveway to The White House will be found on your left-hand side.
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LOCAL AUTHORITY.
East Devon District Council - 01404 515616.
Council Tax Band: The White House - G.
The Coach House - C.

SERVICES.
Mains water, drainage and gas. Gas-fired central heating (and part underfloor heating) in the main house and pool house. The Pool House has a separate boiler. Electric heating to The Coach House. Air source heating for the swimming pool.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE.
The White House Rating: E.
The Coach House Rating: G.
The Pool House: C.