4 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Detached character cottage
- Peaceful setting close to Haldon Forest
- South Facing Gardens
- Two garages & parking for several cars
- Aga, Beams & sauna Room
- Council Tax: G
This charming Grade II listed detached cottage is nestled in a tranquil hamlet, approximately 4 miles from the vibrant city of Exeter.
The cottage enjoys an ideal location for those who relish outdoor pursuits, with convenient access to the scenic walks and cycling trails of Haldon Forest. Its rich history traces back to the 15th Century, evident in the captivating exposed beams throughout the property.
Noteworthy features include a beautiful, light conservatory that spans the entire width of the cottage with the benefit of under floor heating, a welcoming kitchen/breakfast room equipped with a fitted oil-fired Aga, and a separate dining room graced by a grand Inglenook fireplace. Additionally, a luxurious Sauna Room offers a retreat for relaxation. The property also benefits from superfast BT high speed optical fibre internet, ideal if wanting to work from home.
Outside, a secluded driveway leads to two single garages, and the meticulously landscaped south facing gardens extending to 0.63 acres, encompass a splendid heated swimming pool, perfect for leisurely afternoons in the sun and a barbecue area with pizza oven.
A recent highlight includes the re-thatching of the roof in 2022, ensuring the cottage's enduring charm and functionality.
Situation
Situated approximately four miles south-west of the Cathedral city of Exeter.
The charming hamlet of Clapham has a lovely semi-rural feel, being set amongst beautiful rolling countryside below Haldon Forest, with the forest park offering good walking and cycling trails.
Clapham offers an excellent position for commuting with fast access to the A38 Devon Expressway and the M5 motorway.
In Kennford, there is a well-regarded primary school, village hall/Post Office, a community centre and the well-known Seven Stars.
Directions
Leave Exeter crossing Exe Bridges and follow the signs to Alphington and the A30. Proceed into Alphington and take the third exit (straight ahead) at the roundabout.
Pass the church on your left, continue onto Chudleigh road and then take the third turning at the next roundabout.
Proceed up Shillingford Road, then upon entering Shillingford Abbot, proceed through the village into Shillingford St George and onto Clapham.
On entering Clapham, turn right where the property can be found immediately on the left.
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