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Welcome to By Design North Devon & Exmoor

We are proud to offer a different service, for homes which deserve a national audience and for homeowners who want the care and reassurance of a local, independent, expert agent. Individually independent, yet nationally networked, we offer homeowners a ‘best of both worlds’ service for their move: combining the reach of a powerful international marketing effort, with the individual attention to detail your home deserves. It is a unique proposition built around you, a plan tailored to yours and your family’s needs. Better results, By Design.

Graham Coton

Graham.Coton@ByDesignHomes.com

01271 611 202

With over 35 years of experience helping people move home across southern England, Graham Coton brings a rare blend of industry expertise, local knowledge and personal commitment to every client journey.

Born and raised in North Devon, Graham has now returned home to offer a truly bespoke estate agency service—one that combines world-class marketing with a highly personal, one-to-one approach. 

As part of By Design Homes he specialises in the sale of exceptional and characterful homes across North Devon and Exmoor, from Hartland to Minehead and every coastal village and countryside hamlet in between.

Graham is proud to deliver a seamless, start-to-finish service where clients work directly with him throughout the entire process. No call centres. No chasing. Just honest advice, beautifully presented homes and unwavering attention to detail.

Working in collaboration with like-minded By Design partners across the UK, Graham ensures his clients benefit from national reach, a large network of qualified buyers and an elevated standard of estate agency—designed by experience, delivered with care.

About North Devon

About North Devon

North Devon and Exmoor offer a breathtaking blend of wild moorland, golden beaches, and endless outdoor adventure. From surfing at Croyde to hiking the South West Coast Path, it’s a natural playground. With fast rail links, airports and road access, this unspoilt haven is closer than you think.

Local amenities in North Devon

North Devon combines natural beauty with superb amenities. Families benefit from excellent state and private schools, including West Buckland and Kingsley. North Devon District Hospital provides trusted healthcare, while vibrant towns offer shops, cafés, and leisure centres. It’s a region where quality of life, community spirit and convenience come together.

Leisure and activities in North Devon

North Devon is a playground for all ages. Surf world-class beaches, hike Exmoor’s wild moorland, or cycle the scenic Tarka Trail. Golf, sailing, horse riding, and sea kayaking await the adventurous, while foodies and art lovers enjoy local festivals, farm-to-table dining, and galleries. Life here is vibrant, active, and inspiring.

Transport links in North Devon

North Devon offers a harmonious blend of rural charm and modern connectivity. The A361 North Devon Link Road provides swift access to the M5 motorway, facilitating journeys to London and beyond. Barnstaple's Tarka Line connects to Exeter St Davids, from where trains reach London Paddington in approximately two hours. For air travel, Exeter Airport, about an hour's drive away, offers flights to over 27 UK and European destinations. This seamless integration of road, rail, and air transport ensures North Devon remains both tranquil and accessible.

Our latest properties

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Striking modern home with double-height living, sunny garden, garage, and superb location.

Fedden Street, Patchway, Bristol, BS34

Guide Price
£500,000
BEDROOM
3
BATHROOM
2
RECEPTION
1
02

An individual contemporary home of 6652 sq ft with one of the best sea views in Southern England

Cliff Road, Hill Head PO14

Offers Over
£2,500,000
BEDROOM
6
BATHROOM
5
RECEPTION
4
03

Elegant 6-bed Victorian home in St Andrews, fully renovated with garden, garage, and roof terrace.

Cromwell Road, St. Andrews, Bristol, BS6 5HG

Guide Price
£1,200,000
BEDROOM
6
BATHROOM
4
RECEPTION
2