3 bed cottage for sale

Sanctuary Gate Cottage, Winkleigh EX19

Description

Sanctuary Gate, believed originally to be two farm workers cottages dating back some 300 years ago. Steeped in history and retaining a wealth of character, the current vendors present their home beautifully and have done a wonderful job in restoring the cottages original features. Looking to escape the hustle & bustle of the southeast circa ten years ago they immediately knew that this delightful rural situation was what they needed. This attractive stone & cob constructed cottage is well balanced measuring approximately 141 square meters, providing three double bedrooms, multiple reception rooms (both with inglenook fireplaces with inset Woodwarm multi fuel stoves) for those cosy evenings in. Ground floor which benefits solid oak flooring from the dining room, continued into the inner hall, sitting room and snug/sun room is a tasteful update. The useful utility area & WC facilities complete entrance level. To truly appreciate this fine example of a period cottage and its picturesque location then viewings are a must.

Council Tax Band: E (West Devon Borough Council)
Tenure: Freehold

Property Location

Iddesleigh is a village and civil parish in the county of Devon, England. The settlement has ancient origins and is listed in the Domesday Book. The village lies on the B3217 road, roughly central in its parish of around 2,900 acres, about 8 miles north of the town of Okehampton. This rural location will suit those seeking peace & quiet while enjoying the far reaching views on offer, unique in that other desirable locations such as Sidmouth, Exmouth, Bude and Bideford are all reachable by car within the hour.

Situation & Amenities

Sanctuary Gate occupies a prominent position within the Okment Valley, now known as War Horse Valley after the popular film and local author, situated along this minor country lane, a no trough road location. In the heart of the village is the well known and locally owned Duke Of York Inn, a real asset for this particularly unspoilt village. The neighbouring small towns of Winkleigh, Hatherleigh and North Tawton are within close proximity acting as alternatives to the larger town of Okehampton. The latter benefits three super markets to include a Waitrose, secondary & primary education levels and two train stations, hourly service, a direct line to the Cathedral City of Exeter.

Entrance Porch

Utility Room (1.85m x 1.68m)

WC (1.62m x 0.95m)

Dining Room (5.0m x 4.1m)

Inner Hall

Kitchen (4.1m x 2.3m)

Sitting Room (4.4m x 4.1m)

Sun Room (3.7m x 2.7m)

First Floor Landing (5.39m x 1.86m)

Bedroom 2 (4.3m x 3.6m)

Bathroom (2.51m x 2.06m)

Bedroom 3 (2.8m x 2.3m)

Bedroom 1 (4.3m x 3.6m)

Outside

The appearance of this attractive residence is hugely owing to the stunning and well tendered gardens by the current vendors. The main garden area is enclosed with Devon bank and gated entrance to an off road parking area with double carport. Within this beautiful space are a range of established trees and flower bed/ shrub arrangements. The summerhouse within this garden could also be used as a studio / hobby room or work from home space. To the west of the cottage is further parking options and further garden space which is private and named by the owners "woodland walk". The rear of the cottage offers a low maintenance area, space for rotary washing line further seating space and access to the boiler room. The east end of the property benefits another small patio area that sits directly off the sun room acting as its own private little garden. This is another option to follow the sun and take in those views!

Outbuildings

Double car port measuring approximately 19'6" wide x 18' deep with additional storage compartment incorporated measuring 5'6" x 8'. All with light & power connections.

Summerhouse measuring approximately 10' x 12' again with light & power connections.

Attached to the cottage at the rear is the boiler room / garden store.