Property description

This delightful and superbly presented 3 bedroomed Grade II listed thatched cottage is situated in the picturesque village of Shobrooke, within easy reach of all amenities. We are informed the house is thought to date back to the 1500’s and was originally a cross passage house. The property is full of period features, character and old world charm including exposed beams, inglenook fireplace and part of the original screen and muntin.    

The accommodation is beautifully presented throughout and benefits from an impressive living/dining room extending to 20 foot, with a lovely large inglenook fireplace complete with woodwarm woodburner and nace cast-in situ concrete lining system to the chimney and multi-link alarm controller system. The kitchen and front porch were added in 1988 by the present owners.  

There is a new modern bathroom suite which was added in 2012, including a ‘Grand Design’ privacy window and a porthole window on the staircase providing a lovely view over the beautiful garden and countryside beyond.   

A real feature of the property is the wonderful rear garden extending to over 110 feet, well stocked with an abundance of plants and flowers and two useful outbuildings, a detached studio and a separate workshop/summer house.  

Shobrooke is a village, parish and former manor – located 1½ miles north east of Crediton. The village backdrop is that of smaller hills, and brief woodland ridges, with oak and ash commonplace – interspersed by a collaged, arable landscape, of frequent colour. The name ‘Shobrooke’ is derived from the old English words ‘succa’ and ‘broc’, meaning ‘Hob-goblin Brook’.  Nearby lies Shobrooke Park, a spacious country estate, open to the public, with many wizened and ancient trees standing tall. Furthermore it claims a large fishing lake, and a grassy amphitheatre – for live music on summer nights. The Red Lion Inn offers B&B facilities, a beer garden with lush country views, and excellent food and drink. Plus, it provides a welcome rest stop to those travelling between Land’s End and John O’groats. Shobrooke is in the immediate catchment area for the schools in Crediton – also home to the closest shops.

DIRECTIONS

Upon entering Shobrooke from Crediton, proceed down the hill and 3 Shobrooke Village will be found on the left, just beyond the village pub.    

Property Features :

• Superbly presented 3 bedroomed cottage
• Stunning country views over adjoining open countryside
• Rear garden extends to over 110 feet, useful detached outbuildings
• Wealth of period features including inglenook fireplace, lovely wood burner
• Easy commute to Exeter

Property Info:

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