Cottage in Mid and East Devon

About this property

This delightfully period cottage nestled in a much sought after Devon village, offers creature comforts in a period setting and provides a perfect base from which to explore the whole of the county.

Perfectly placed this gorgeous cottage nestles in the desirable village of Sandford which boasts a community run shop and post office and two popular pubs. There is also much to see and do in the wider area with the stunning cathedral city of Exeter being just a short drive away and offering a variety of shops, restaurants and amenities. Outdoors enthusiasts will also be in their element with the Blackdown Hills an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and both Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks all within easy reach, and beach lovers can explore the world renowned Jurassic coastline and the wide sandy beaches of North Devon.There are also a number of National Trust properties in the area including Killerton House and Knightshayes. Step inside this traditional pretty terraced cottage and you will immediately find yourself in the beautifully cosy and welcoming lounge/diner. Here comfortable sofas are arranged around a Smart TV and fireplace with a warming wood burner for cosy winter nights. The front stable door means that you can let fresh air in when the weather permits and enjoy the views. Located next to the lounge is the compact yet well appointed kitchen which has been lovingly presented in a modern country style and offers an electric range oven with induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, wine cooler and dishwasher. Completing the offering on the ground floor and making this cottage a great option for outdoors enthusiasts is a useful utility room with a washing machine and coat/boot storage, as well as a ground floor WC. Climbing the steep cottage style stairs and onto the first floor you will discover the pretty bedrooms, the first is a large double room with a Smart TV, a generous amount of built in storage and views across to the open countryside. The second bedrooms offers a day bed which can be easily extended to make a double bed. This room also makes a handy dressing room when not being used as a bedroom. Finally a smart contemporary shower room with a large walk in shower with a rainfall shower head and WC forms the final room inside the property. Head back out of the front door through a pretty covered arch into the enclosed cottage garden which boasts established flower and fruit beds and with a lawn area, garden furniture, BBQ and lovely countryside views. Sit and listen to the many birds whilst you enjoy a famous Sandford cider. Parking is available on the roadside opposite (subject to availability) or there is further parking and a free car park in the village. Need to know: Sleeps 2 1. 2 bedrooms 1 double and 1 single. 1 bathroom 1 shower room with WC and 1 ground floor WC. Electric range oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Wood burner (first basket of logs included). Smart TV in the lounge and bedroom. Travel cot and high chair available. Steep cottage style stairs leading to the first floor. Enclosed garden with furniture and charcoal BBQ. Roadside parking (subject to availability) or parking in the village car park. Beach 22 miles, village shop and choice of pub within walking distance.

Accommodation

Downstairs bathroom, Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Shop within 1 mile, Romantic, Family friendly, Quirky, Decorated for Christmas, Cottage, Yes, Yes