Back Lane, Sandford, EX17
- Land size
- 1.46 acres
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 4
Description
An elegant and spacious family home with glorious views set within generous grounds, benefiting from a swimming pool and paddock. Offering the serenity of rural life with the convenience of local amenities and transport connections.
KEY FEATURES
Character, Space and Elegance
This impressive Grade II Listed residence exudes charm at every turn with high ornate ceilings, sash windows, elegant fireplaces, and generous proportions. The accommodation of over 4,400 sq ft is thoughtfully arranged to balance great entertaining spaces with comfortable everyday living.
The main house comprises:
• A pillared entrance leading to a central hallway with ornate staircase
• South-facing sitting and dining rooms with wood-burning stoves and rural views
• A charming library with fitted bookcases
• Spacious kitchen/breakfast room featuring an Aga, central island, and modern units
• Utility room, cloakroom with WC, and glazed rear porch
• Four generous first-floor bedrooms, including a principal suite with ensuite shower room
• A large family bathroom
• Cellar and large attic
To the eastern wing, an integral annexe offers ideal multi-generational living or guest accommodation. It includes:
• A ground floor reception room with staircase to the first floor
• Ground-floor WC and rear hallway with access to the courtyard and pool
• First-floor double bedroom, family bathroom, and a versatile office/second bedroom
Idyllic Grounds & Outdoor Living
Set within approximately 1.46 acres, the grounds of Park House are as captivating as the home itself. A gently sloping south-facing lawn leads to a paddock and mature trees, framed by panoramic views of the Devon landscape.
To the side, a large lawn is bordered by established planting and further mature trees, creating a peaceful sanctuary. Behind the house, a cobbled courtyard provides ample parking, as well as a shed, greenhouse and steps rising to a generous swimming pool, complete with diving board and pump shed—ideal for both relaxation and recreation.
Area information
Nestled within Sandford, Park House offers the benefits of rural life with easy access to amenities and opportunities. Sandford is a vibrant village, with a warm community spirit, a primary school, pre-school, two public houses, a parish church, a village shop and post office, and a garage.
The nearby market town of Crediton (1.5 miles) extends further day-to-day conveniences, including a mainline train station offering swift access to Exeter and beyond. The cathedral city of Exeter is just 10 miles away, with acclaimed schools, cultural institutions, exceptional shopping and dining, and direct rail links to London Paddington and Waterloo. Exeter International Airport lies to the east, providing effortless travel further afield.
INFORMATION
Services
• Mains water, electricity and drainage
• Oil-fired central heating
• Swimming pool heated via air-source heat pump
Key Information
Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: D
Council Tax Band: G
Total Plot Size: Approx. 1.46 acres
A Rare Opportunity
Park House presents a unique opportunity to acquire a property of distinction in a setting of rare tranquillity. Ideal for families seeking country living with connectivity, or buyers looking to embrace the lifestyle of a Devon village without compromise on space, charm or views.
SELLER INSIGHT
From the moment we arrived, Park House felt like a true family home.
With its high ceilings, perfect for grand Christmas trees and generous rooms, it has always been a place where generations could come together. Big family gatherings, summer garden parties, and quiet winter evenings by the fire, it’s a house that holds memories and makes space for new ones.
There’s room for everything and everyone—whether you’re hosting, working from home (the broadband has supported us all!), or simply enjoying the views. The kids spent endless hours in the swimming pool, attic, and playhouse, while we made the most of the big garden for growing vegetables and fruit, keeping chickens, and watching wildlife.
The parking easily holds 12 or more cars, which made it so easy when family and friends came to stay. Day to day, it’s been a peaceful, grounded place to live, nestled in a proper community. Just a two-minute walk takes you to the village shop with post office and a pub. The primary school is excellent, and secondary options nearby gave us plenty of choice.
For practical needs and entertainment, Crediton’s High Street offers everything from shops and cafés to a vibrant arts centre, library, and bookshop. Exeter is an easy hop away by train—there’s even free parking at Crediton station—and Dartmoor, Exmoor, and the coast are all within easy reach for weekends and walks straight from the front door.”
EPC Rating: D
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-06-17
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,696 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Oil Heating, Air Source Heat Pump
- Broadband
- Ask Agent
- Sewerage
- Mains
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Private Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Listed Property
- Yes
- Restrictions
- Ask Agent
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Ask Agent
- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 42% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Sandford School155 metresOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 74
- Type
- Community school
- Landscore Primary School1.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 276
- Type
- Community school
- Hayward's Primary School1.6 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 403
- Type
- Community school
- Copplestone Primary School3.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 138
- Type
- Foundation school
- Cheriton Fitzpaine Primary School3.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 91
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- Queen Elizabeth's1.2 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,096
- Type
- Academy converter
- Thomas Hall School6.9 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 4 to 16
- Pupils
- 438
- Type
- Free schools
- St James School8.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 985
- Type
- Academy converter
- West Exe School8.9 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,237
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- St Luke's Church of England School9.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 870
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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