Property description
Charlton Hill Cottage is situated in an enviable location enjoying glorious views over the surrounding countryside and has a rural setting yet is by no means isolated with the nearby village of Feniton less than a mile away. Feniton has excellent amenities which include a Convenience Store, Railway Station connecting Exeter and London Waterloo and a highly regarded Primary School. The village of Payhembury is also a short drive away with further amenities. The A30 dual carriageway is within easy reach, providing swift access to the Cathedral City of Exeter, M5 and the coast. The property also benefits from being within the Kings School catchment area.
The property itself has undergone major improvements, perfectly combining traditional building materials and methods with contemporary modern living and is a 'ready to move into' home for both families and retired occupants alike. The light and airy characterful accommodation briefly comprises; entrance porch, multi-aspect sitting room with feature open fireplace and exposed beams. The kitchen/dining room is beautifully appointed with an extensive range of cream fronted cupboards and drawers both at base and eye level whilst integrating quality appliances, all enhanced by solid oak worktops and attractive tiled splashbacks. There's plenty of room for a family sized dining table and chairs and a large utility room offers additional storage and appliance space. There is a cloakroom W/C, office and a large family room which would lend itself as a ground floor bedroom or formal dining room if required.
On the first floor are four double bedrooms, two enjoying wonderful vaulted ceilings with exposed original 'A' frame timbers creating a lovely characterful feel. The master bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe and an en-suite shower room fitted with a stylish white suite. The spacious family bathroom is also fitted with a contemporary white suite. All the principle rooms enjoy glorious country views. The property also benefits from a recently installed gas central heating system (LPG).
Outside, the property is approached by a timber five bar gate opening onto a substantial gravelled driveway providing off road parking for several vehicles and access to the detached double garage with light, power and plumbing.
There are stairs leading to a self-contained annexe providing comfortable ancillary accommodation for independent relatives or an office/studio if required.
The garden is a lovely size, being predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by mature hedging providing an excellent degree of privacy. There is an attractive Indian sandstone paved patio creating plenty of room to enjoy outdoor dining/entertaining in this idyllic setting.
This property must be viewed to fully appreciate the quality, views and character of this beautiful home.
The nearby village of Feniton is an extremely well situated village for those wishing to travel to Ottery St Mary (3 miles), Honiton (3 miles) and Exeter (12 miles). The A30 dual carriageway provides quick journey times into Exeter and Honiton. The village has a train service (Waterloo-Exeter), shops, pub, very good primary school, post office and church. The coast at Sidmouth is within an easy drive. Ottery St Mary has many shops, including Sainsbury's as well as the popular Kings School.
VIEWING By prior appointment with Redferns 01404 814306
SERVICES We understand mains water and electricity are connected. LPG central heating. Private drainage system.
TENURE Freehold
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Redferns is a trading name of Redferns Ottery St Mary Limited Registered in England and Wales 4817078
Registered Office 1 Broad Street, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1BR
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