5 bed cottage for sale

Poltimore, Exeter EX4

Description

The Old Smithy is a spacious individual Grade II listed detached cottage situated in the heart of the popular village of Poltimore, approximately 5 miles northeast of Exeter. Dating back to the 17th century with 19th century additions, the original part of the cottage is thatched with the more recent section under a slate roof.

The well-presented accommodation is 1735 sqft with spacious rooms providing a wealth of charm and character including exposed beams, a 20ft sitting room with wood flooring, a dual aspect drawing room with an attractive fireplace and double doors opening onto the gardens. There is a generous sized office also enjoying views of the gardens with a wood burner whilst the kitchen has a range of units, flagstone flooring, an electric Aga and integrated dishwasher and fridge. There is also a separate utility, ground floor WC and shower room. A feature of the property is the fabulous, light 25ft dining/family room, a great entertaining open plan space with sliding doors opening onto the gardens. Two staircases give access to the five double bedrooms and two first floor bathrooms.

Outside a five-bar gate to the side of the property gives access to a brick paved drive providing off road parking in front of a 35ft barn/garage, ideal for a car or storage. There is also an adjoining storeroom with power and light.

The delightful south westerly facing gardens are mainly laid to lawn with a large private patio ideal for dining out and well stocked colourful flower and shrub borders and a large potting shed.

Situation

The village of Poltimore is approximately 5 miles east of the Cathedral City of Exeter with its wide range of shopping and leisure facilities, schools and University. Poltimore has a wonderful community with a village hall, farm shop and church. We understand that the village hall doubles as a licensed social club every Tuesday and Friday, which is run by the villagers themselves. The nearby village of Broadclyst is home to two pubs, a restaurant, post office, doctor's surgery and hairdressers whilst Clyst Vale Community College and Broadclyst Primary School are close by.

Directions

From the city centre of Exeter proceed in an easterly direction along Pinhoe Road (B3181) into Pinhoe and straight ahead through the double mini-roundabout into Westclyst. After a short distance take the left hand turning signposted Poltimore and proceed into the village where the property can be found on the left.

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Services:

The vendor has advised the following: Oil storage tank (serving the central heating boiler and hot water), mains electricity, water and drainage. Woodburner Stove in office. Solar panels for hot water only not generating an income. Wet underfloor heating system in the Family Room. Telephone landline connected and under Contract with BT. Broadband (Full Fibre) Download speed 500 Mbps and Upload speed 73 Mbps. Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property including O2, EE and Vodafone.

Agents Note:

The property is Grade II Listed. The vendors advise that the original oil fuelled aga (now converted to electric) and small built-in fridge and dishwasher are included in the sale. The recently installed large garden shed is not included in the sale but could be available by separate negotiation.