A wonderful two-bedroom period thatched cottage set in the picturesque village of Bucks Mills, offering well presented accommodation, private and secluded gardens, separate 'wood cabin' with fitted WC and shower and off road parking for 2 vehicles. A must see!

Situation - Bucks Mills is a former fishing village which grew along the stream leading down the valley to the sea. Most of the cottages in Bucks Mills were originally estate cottages built around 1812 to1835, but many are now private dwellings or holiday homes, making this unique property an ideal principle residence or a perfect holiday let investment. Literally a stone's throw from Emily's Cottage is access to the South West Coast Path providing picturesque walks. The nucleus of the village is a cluster of about a dozen houses, centred around a small square at the cliff top. Beyond the square and properties, the cliff drops sharply and the stream cascades over the cliff to the beach. A steep pathway leads down from the square, past the Old Lime Kilns to a pebbly beach with charming rock pools. There are strips of sandy beach between the rocks at low tides. The coastline is also a haven for sporting pursuits including fishing, kayaking and coastal walks to name a few. From the beach, there are spectacular views across the North Devon coastline and beyond, including the famous, historic village of Clovelly and Lundy Island.

There are more extensive shopping facilities and amenities available at the port and market town of Bideford around 10 miles away. Clovelly village is located around 4 miles away and Hartland and Bradworthy are also both just over 8 miles. The regional centre at Barnstaple, about 18 miles, offers all the area's main business, shopping and commercial venues. There are also good transport opportunities via the A361, which connects to the motorway network via junction 27 of the M5 or via rail and the Tarka Line.

Description - A rare opportunity to acquire a property in the sought after area of Bucks Mills. Located at the heart of the village is this wonderful 2 bedroomed period thatched cottage which is surrounded by a large garden overlooking the surrounding woodland. To the front of the property is a delightful seating area where you can sit, relax listen to the idyllic sounds of the nearby stream. The house itself is filled with original features and has been lovingly maintained and cared for. The cottage boasts two generous sized double bedrooms and spacious downstairs living space, including a large bathroom. The cottage comes with a delightful detached wooden lodge inclusive of a living space, a bedroom and bathroom. Properties like this in Bucks Mills rarely become available and therefore this presents the possibility to acquire a brilliant character cottage with great potential.

Accommodation - The front door opens straight into the inviting and cosy living room with wooden floor, original stone fireplace and dining area with a window seat. Set off this is a charming and functional kitchen. Proceeding up the kitchen, steps give way to a separate utility area with spacious storage cupboards and back door to the out door sheds and garden. The large bathroom is located on the ground floor and is fully fitted with shower, basin, WC and bath and airing cupboard. At the back of the bathroom is a large storage room. Upstairs leads to 2 double bedrooms. The master bedroom is of exceptional size for a cottage and both rooms include fitted wardrobes.

Outside - The garden and outside space that the cottage offers is superb. As the cottage is slightly elevated from the road and backs onto National Trust Woodland this means it benefits from a complete sense of peace and seclusion. The sounds of the nearby stream completes this scene. To the side of the property there are two useful stone outbuildings ideal for bikes, surfboards and garden equipment etc. The separate wooden lodge with fitted WC and shower could provide further living space. The property has the highly desirable convenience of having off road parking for 2 vehicles and also one out the front on the road.

Services - Electric heating. Mains water. Private drainage

Agent's Note - The garden above, we understand, is not owned by the cottage, however, since the cottages were inhabited, the residents used the land behind their dwelling to grow their own vegetables etc by clearing and creating terraces. As time went by the terraces became more like open spaces and have been used by many of the properties along this side of the valley.