Tithe Barn is located in the suburb of Pinhoe, on the outskirts of the city of Exeter. Our new houses for sale have everything a family might need, right on their doorstep, with a local corner shop, post office, library, and choice of bars and restaurants all within a short distance. For families moving to the area, there are a number of Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ and ‘Outstanding’ schools that accommodate children of all ages. For young children, Pinhoe Primary School, Willowbrook School, and Saint Nicholas Catholic Primary School are all nearby while St Peter’s Church of England Aided School and St James’ School offer secondary education. With easy access to major cities in the UK, Tithe Barn is the perfect place for young professionals to plant their roots.
What’s close to Pinhoe?
The nearby city of Exeter is full of character and ancient history, yet also provides all the amenities and facilities of a vibrant, modern city. As the area’s centre for education, medicine, sport, commerce and culture, it offers a host of work and leisure opportunities. The magnificent cathedral is the major tourist attraction in the city, dating back to the 15th Century, however, there are many historic sites and scores of visitor attractions and entertainment venues to enjoy.
Cultural events and festivals are in great supply, while fine shopping is on offer within the city’s extensively pedestrianised centre. At the heart of the city is the award-winning Princesshay, with a great choice of shops, cafés and restaurants. High Street runs parallel to Princesshay and the Cathedral area, and features all the popular shopping names. You will also find all the well-known retailers in The Guildhall and Harlequins undercover shopping centres, along with independent and boutique shopping options. Alternatively, a day out could be spent at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum, where exhibitions showcase the world-class collection and collectors that have helped it become one of Britain’s finest regional museums.
Our houses for sale in Pinhoe are located close to some of Devon’s finest countryside, rivers and coastline. It is ideally placed for Dartmoor National Park, which boasts over 350 square miles of beautiful landscape, offering ample opportunities for perfect family days out. To add to this, Haldon Forest is only a short drive away, providing 3,500 acres of woodland to be explored.
Further afield, in Exmouth, you can relax on the two miles of golden sandy beach, go kite surfing, kayaking, windsurfing or cycling. There are fantastic bird watching opportunities on the idyllic Exe estuary and the stunning scenery of the majestic World Heritage Jurassic Coast. The town also offers a diverse selection of shops, places to eat and things to do.
Local Schools & Education
For those with children, our new houses for sale in Pinhoe are located close by to a wide selection of good schools for all ages. Pinhoe Primary School, Willowbrook School, and Saint Nicholas Catholic Primary School are all rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Ellen Tinkham School is rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and offers specialist education for 3 to 19-year-olds. For secondary education, there’s St Peter’s Church of England Aided School, rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, St James’ School, rated ‘Good’ and The Maynard School for independent education. For school leavers looking to move into higher education, the University of Exeter is not far from home.
Transport & Travel
Close to the M5, Tithe Barn boasts excellent road links. Drive south west and it links with the A38 for exploring more of the local area and Cornwall, while in the opposite direction it affords easy access to the rest of the country. Alternatively, Pinhoe train station is just a short walk and offers easy links to London Paddington in approximately two hours. To add to this, Exeter airport is just a short drive away and provides both domestic and international flights.
