Private Collection

Description

Tucked away in the highly desirable parish of St Peter and elevated above St Peter’s Valley, this magnificent residence provides an exceptional solution for those seeking a substantial family home with beautifully balanced grounds. Forming part of a charming hamlet, the property reveals wonderful surprises at every turn with an ambience of seclusion, privacy and presence that will leave you wanting to explore its many benefits. The approach sets the tone. The first set of electric gates leads to the private entry for Highfield House, with a second electric gate revealing a winding driveway bordered by manicured gardens. As you turn the corner, the house presents itself with striking presence. The drive provides uncompromised parking and garaging, passing a decorative turret included within the title — a noteworthy ‘folly’ and wonderful talking point. A paved pathway leads to the portico and entrance hall, where the impeccable presentation becomes immediately evident. Traditional character blends with warmth and sophistication, delivering a genuinely homely ambience. To the left, an impressive kitchen/dining room extends to 32'11 x 22'6, centred around a country-style kitchen with AGA, companion module, fully integrated appliances and a generous stone-topped island with breakfast bar. The dining area accommodates a large table for effortless entertaining, with patio doors opening to a vine-covered terrace overlooking the grounds. Adjacent are practical spaces including a boot room and large integral garage with vaulted ceiling that presents excellent scope for annexe creation, subject to planning. A secondary staircase offers independent access to bedroom three, providing flexibility for multi-generational living if desired. The ground floor further offers a superb home office/reception room with doors to the rear courtyard, cloakroom, study, and a charming sitting/snug with multi-fuel stove, stone surround, tartan-clad walls and bespoke joinery. From this cosy space, a door leads to a further all-season sitting room with extensive glazing, air conditioning, generous ceiling heights and fireplace — a wonderful light and airy living space offering seasonal versatility. A large utility room with lift access to the first floor (currently decommissioned yet possible to reactivate), store room and an additional garage space with further development potential if so desired complete the ground floor. The first floor landing leads to the primary bedroom with dressing room and newly finished en-suite, stylishly appointed with timeless contemporary finishes. Bedroom two also offers an en-suite together with lift access. Bedroom three also enjoys a stylish new en-suite and may be accessed from the primary bedroom or via the secondary staircase, offering adaptable family living arrangements. The second floor provides stunning, far-reaching south-facing views towards the coast, a fourth en-suite bedroom and a substantial additional reception room that could be subdivided to create a fifth bedroom if so desired, together with useful storage and loft access. Externally, Highfield House sits within 1.02 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, including extensive parking, sweeping lawns, a recently installed swimming pool with terracing and outdoor shower, summerhouse and peaceful seating areas enjoying unexpected views towards Elizabeth Castle. Highfield House is a property of significant charm and versatility, worthy of serious consideration. To arrange a private.