Charming listed cottage with delightful period features, further holiday cottage/annex and superb private grounds including river frontage, woodland and a paddock totalling 4 acres.

Description

Bowerings is a charming, Grade II Listed cottage which has been subject to extensive works and improvements by the current owners during their ownership. Believed to date back to the 17th Century with more recent extension this wonderful home now enjoys wonderful period features including exposed beams, an Inglenook fireplace and a pretty cobbled parking area. Inside doesn’t disappoint with the porch leading into the attractive sitting room which is clearly the heart of the home, here the impressive Inglenook fireplace with bread oven is a real focal point alongside the exposed beams. The accommodation leads nicely through to the south facing, extended garden room which is flooded with natural light, there are superb views out onto the garden alongside French doors opening onto the rear terrace. The kitchen/breakfast room benefits from a vaulted ceiling with roof lights, an extensive range of wall, base and draw units and finished with a Granite worktop. Adjacent to the kitchen/breakfast room is a useful utility area, cloakroom and a second staircase leading to bedroom three and a bathroom. Further accommodation on the ground floor includes a delightful dining room, snug and bedroom four with its own en suite.

On the first floor, there are three bedrooms in total. Perhaps the most noteworthy is bedroom one which is double aspect, it enjoys a vaulted ceiling and a generous en suite with a free standing bath, double vanity unit and separate shower. Bedroom two also benefits from an en suite shower room and there is a door linking it to bedroom three which can also be accessed via the stairs coming up from the utility.

The annex/holiday cottage is a super addition to Bowerings and provides a great space to create an income or for multi-generational living. The kitchen/dining room has pleasant views out onto the garden and woodland whilst also providing ample space for entertaining. There is an adjacent living room, two bedrooms and a family bathroom which completes the ground floor accommodation with a galleried landing providing access into bedroom three with its en suite shower room.

Gardens and Grounds
Outside is a real treat and one of the biggest features to Bowerings. In total, there are about 4 acres of woodland, garden and a paddock whilst the driveway provides ample parking. As the pretty drive leads down to the house it is flanked by garden to both sides, to the left is a feature stone terrace garden with a wonderful view point from the top. To the right of the drive is a further mature garden and the paddock beyond. Gardens extend to the rear of the house where there are numerous terraces perfect for alfresco dining with a woodland backdrop. A further terrace allows space for a free standing swimming pool and hot tub which is available by separate negotiation. Steps lead down into the utterly charming and very established and well maintained woodland which has river frontage. There is an array of paths meandering through the woodland and along the river which leads to the eastern boundary. The paddock, which was acquired at a later date offers level pasture perfect for animals.

Outbuildings include a useful workshop and summer house positioned to look out over the paddock.

Location

Bowerings enjoys a wonderful private setting within the Taw Valley, set back off the country lane and surrounded by neighbouring countryside. The thriving market town of Chulmleigh is 2 miles away which is a Conservation Area. The small, attractive hilltop town is dotted with stunning cob and thatched properties as well as an impressive selection of amenities including a butcher, bakery, two public houses, restaurants, cricket club, golf club and both a primary and well-regarded community college. The local area provides ample opportunity for exploring by foot as well as cycling and riding with fabulous walks on your doorstep.
Barnstaple, approximately 18 miles away is the regional centre offering many of the high street and independent retailers, renowned Pannier market and theatre. There are a number of well-regarded state and private schools in the local areas. The North Devon coast with its rugged coastline and stunning beaches as well as both Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks are all easily accessible from the property within 15-20 miles.
The Cathedral City of Exeter is approximately 23 miles away. Exeter is a thriving city, which boasts The Princesshay Shopping Centre, Guildhall Food Halls, a John Lewis Department store as well as an extensive selection of independent shops and eateries, theatres, an award winning museum, world class University and excellent transport links. The Tarka train line between Exeter and Barnstaple runs every hour and the nearest station is at Eggesford (2.9 miles away).

Square Footage: 3,485 sq ft


Acreage: 4 Acres

Directions

From the A377 about one mile west of Chulmleigh at Leigh Cross take the turning to the west signposted to Bridge Reeve. Cross over the river and at the 'T' junction turn left. Continue past the next junction and the property will be found soon after on the right.

Additional Info

Chulmleigh about 2 miles, Crediton about 16 miles, North coast about 25 miles.

Services: Mains electricity, private water and drainage, oil central heating, electric heating in the annexe.