4 bed cottage for sale

Clapham, Devon EX2

Description

This charming Grade II listed detached cottage is nestled in a tranquil hamlet, approximately 4 miles from the vibrant city of Exeter.

Ideally located for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, it offers easy access to the scenic walks and cycling trails of Haldon Forest. Dating back to the 15th Century, the cottage’s rich history is reflected in the captivating exposed beams found throughout.

Notable features include a beautiful, light-filled conservatory that spans the full width of the cottage and benefits from underfloor heating; a welcoming kitchen/breakfast room with a fitted oil-fired Aga; and a separate dining room graced by a grand Inglenook fireplace. A luxurious sauna room provides a private retreat for relaxation. The property also enjoys superfast BT high-speed optical fibre internet - ideal for working from home.

Outside, a secluded driveway leads to two single garages. The meticulously landscaped, south-facing gardens extend to 0.63 acres and feature a splendid heated swimming pool, perfect for sunny afternoons, as well as a barbecue area with a pizza oven.

A recent highlight includes the re-thatching of the roof in 2022, preserving both the charm and integrity of this historic home.

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 via Exe Bridges, following signs for Alphington and the A30. Continue through Alphington and take the third exit at both roundabouts. Follow Shillingford Road through Shillingford Abbot and Shillingford St George to Clapham. On entering Clapham, turn right - the property is immediately on the left.

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Services:

The Vendors have advised the following:
Oil storage tank (serving the central heating boiler and hot water), mains electricity and water. Private septic tank including the soakway is not within the boundaries of Clapham Cottage although it is still accessible from Clapham Cottage, it is shared including all the costs with other 5 properties. It is in the woodland which is within the boundaries of The Lodge. It is administered maintained and emptied once a year - last emptied a couple of months ago at a cost of £50 per household by Steve Passmore of Chamiere. It was installed in the seventies and the vendor believes it complies with the General Binding Rules 2015. Wet Underfloor heating system in the conservatory. Wood burning stove. Telephone landline installed but not currently used. Broadband: Estimated Standard speed 10 Mbps and Ultrafast speed 1800 Mbps. Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property including 02, EE, Three & Vodafone.

Agents Note:

The property is Grade II Listed. The vendor advises that services are installed next to the swimming pool for a mezzanine pool house which did not get built. Teignbridge Planning ref 03/04782/lbc.

Agents Note:

The swimming pool is for the private use of the vendors of Clapham Cottage please speak to the Agents for maintenance costing details prior to making an offer.