5 bed house for sale Filleigh, Barnstaple
Added on 26/09/2026
- Type
- Detached
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Size
- £293 per sq ft
- Tenure
- Freehold
Key features
- A distinguished Grade II Listed Regency residence dating from the early 19th century, originally forming part of the historic Castle Hill Estate at Filleigh.
- Beautifully restored throughout, combining elegant period character with high-quality contemporary finishes.
- Five generous double bedrooms, including three with stylish en suite shower rooms.
- Magnificent open-plan first-floor living, dining and kitchen space designed for modern family living and entertaining.
- Striking classical façade featuring an iconic columned portico, large sash windows and a wealth of original architectural features.
- Landscaped gardens extending to approximately 0.5 acres with private terraces and far-reaching views across the North Devon countryside.
- Extensive gravel driveway providing ample off-road parking for numerous vehicles.
- Peacefully situated in the heart of North Devon, within easy reach of South Molton, Exmoor National Park and the stunning North Devon coastline.
About this property
Dating from the early 19th century, Menagerie House is an exceptional Grade II Listed Regency residence with a fascinating connection to the historic Castle Hill Estate at Filleigh, the ancestral home of the Fortescue family. Beautifully restored, the property seamlessly blends elegant period features, including its iconic columned portico, original fireplaces, with stylish contemporary living. Offering five double bedrooms, an impressive open-plan living, dining and kitchen space, and approximately half an acre of landscaped gardens with far-reaching countryside views, this remarkable home enjoys a peaceful rural setting whilst remaining within easy reach of South Molton, Exmoor National Park and the North Devon coastline.
Floorplan
Council tax
Band FLocation
Filleigh, Barnstaple
Mortgage and stamp duty
A £630,000 mortgage. Most lenders would want a household income of about £140,000 to support it.
A guide only, for a capital repayment mortgage. The rate you are offered and what you can borrow depend on your circumstances and a full application with a lender or broker. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
Area insights
The neighbourhood around this property.




