3 bedroom detached house for sale

A charming detached period cottage with exceptional space and character offered with no onward chain.

Fidgetts Rest is an exceptional three-bedroom detached period cottage, beautifully presented and sympathetically enhanced to combine its wealth of character features with modern, versatile living. Formerly two cottages, now thoughtfully merged, the property offers generous and highly flexible accommodation set within a substantial plot of approximately 0.27 acres. This delightful flintstone home has been meticulously maintained and further improved with the addition of a double garage/workshop, making it an ideal choice for those seeking both charm and practicality.

Accommodation
Ground Floor
Impressive Open-Plan Living/Dining Room
A superb dual-aspect space featuring a shared, double-sided wood-burning stove—perfect for both everyday living and entertaining.

Sitting Room
A cosy and inviting room boasting an attractive inglenook fireplace with inset wood-burning stove.

Study/Home Office
Ideal for remote working or quiet reading.

Large Breakfast Kitchen
Well-appointed with ample storage, generous work surfaces, and an oil-fired Rayburn, offering an appealing blend of modern convenience and rustic charm.

Utility Room
Practical space for laundry and secondary appliances.

Dual Staircases
Providing independent access to the first floor from separate areas—offering potential for multi generational living or semi separate accommodation.

First Floor
Three Spacious Double Bedrooms
Two bedrooms benefit from stylish en-suite shower rooms, while the third enjoys Jack & Jill access to the main family bathroom.

Additional Features
Double-glazed windows throughout
Oil fired central heating with radiators
Beautifully presented with a contemporary finish while retaining period integrity

Fidgetts Rest represents a rare chance to acquire a substantial, character-filled home with generous grounds, flexible accommodation, and an impeccable standard of finish. Early viewing is strongly recommended.

The village of Wilmington is conveniently located on the A35 between the towns of Axminster and Honiton. Both towns offer a wide range of shopping facilities, doctor’s surgeries, hospitals, primary and state schooling along with excellent railway links with trains on the London Waterloo line. The Cathedral and University City of Exeter is easily reached by car via the A30 dual carriageway, which in turn leads to Junction 30 of the M5. The city offers the majority of leading department stores expected of a large city, wide range of private and state education and a sixth Form College. A short distance to the east of the City is Exeter International Airport. The small historic town of Colyton is situated about a six miles away and is best known for the much acclaimed Colyton Grammar School, one of England’s top state schools. The village also benefits from its own local pub.

Approached via a concrete track, the property enjoys a generous driveway with ample parking and access to the double garage/workshop.

Front Garden:
Laid to lawn with mature hedge borders providing privacy and kerb appeal.

Rear Garden:
A beautifully arranged outdoor space featuring:
Paved patio area ideal for outdoor dining.

Expansive lawn
Gravelled growing area with raised beds
Attractive flower and shrub borders
Various outbuildings including a greenhouse, timber shed, wood store, and chicken run.
Together, the gardens offer both relaxation and productive space for keen gardeners.