Map3 bedroom detached house for sale
Northleigh, Colyton, Devon
Study
Detached house
3 beds
1 bath
1,463 sq ft / 136 sq m
EPC rating: F
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band F
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal:
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Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- Charming Detached Cottage
- Stunning Views
- Two / Three Bedrooms
- Living Room. Dining Hall
- Kitchen / Breakfast Room
- Beautiful Gardens. Car Port
Arguably the most stunning view in East Devon!
Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is this charming detached cottage that offers a unique combination of the best of both worlds.
A view over unspoilt valleys without general light pollution, an incredibly peaceful location with birdsong as the main sound that is evident and a beautiful garden.
All this less than 4 miles from a mainline station with direct trains to London, a beach within 7 miles and ultra-fast broadband!
The cottage is just 4 miles from Colyton (with its famous Grammar school) and has origins dating back to the seventeenth century. The main rooms are light and airy - unusual for a country cottage.
The accommodation, all measurements approximate, comprises:
ENTRANCE PORCH
providing a good place for coats, shoes and wellingtons (there are lovely walks around the valley).
DINING HALL - 6.23m (20'5") Max x 3.11m (10'2")
With an outlook over the rear garden and two attractive bow windows to the front (these are said to have come from a North Devon church), a large inglenook display fireplace and stairs rising to the first floor.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM - 5.03m (16'6") x 2.87m (9'5")
A stunning high-ceilinged room with hand-made units, quartz work surfaces, a splashback finished with hand-made French tiles, inset stainless steel one and a half sink unit. There is an integrated fridge and dishwasher. An oil fire two oven Rayburn provides cooking facilities, central heating and hot water. Flooring is by Amtico. The kitchen has a dining area with French doors opening to a terrace, perfect for a leisurely breakfast, whilst the back door opens onto an area where the Barbecue currently resides.
REAR PORCH/BOOT ROOM
At the rear of the Kitchen is a walk-in larder/utility room as well as rear porch/boot room, off this area, is a downstairs WC.
WC
Obscure glazed window to side. Fitted with a white suite comprising w.c. and wall mounted wash hand basin. Corner shelves. Laminate flooring.
From dining hall
LOUNGE - 4.65m (15'3") Into Bay x 4.28m (14'1")
At the other end of the dining hall is the lounge. It has a large bay window taking full advantage of the fabulous views, the beautifully made window was designed and made by a specialist joinery company. A rear window provides views of the garden. Fireplace with slate hearth and a hand cut Dorset stone lintel. A very efficient multi fuel stove makes this a very cosy winter snug! Across the back of the room are built-in bookcases with storage cupboards below.
STUDY/BEDROOM 3 - 4.63m (15'2") Max x 3.6m (11'10")
Adjacent to the lounge is the study/bedroom three. This spacious room has French doors giving access to the side garden as well as a window to the front to enjoy the views. The room has panelled walls and an extensive bookcase/shelving unit.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
Landing with Velux roof light.
BEDROOM ONE - 4.26m (14'0") x 3.45m (11'4")
Another room taking full advantage of the fantastic views from both the front and side windows. Two Neville Johnson built-in wardrobes and a part panelled wall across the rear of the room.
BEDROOM TWO - 3.12m (10'3") x 2.59m (8'6")
Window to the front again taking full advantage of the views, built-in wardrobe and airing cupboard.
SHOWER ROOM - 2.02m (6'8") x 1.77m (5'10")
Fitted white suite, chrome ladder style radiator.
OUTSIDE
An adopted lane leads to Rose Cottage, beyond this is green lane which means that there is very little passing traffic or walkers.
There is a parking area for several cars is in front of the
OAK FRAMED GARAGE/WORKSHOP - 5.4m (17'9") x 2.82m (9'3")
This building comprises the open fronted garage and a similar sized section currently used as a log store/workshop. This could easily be converted into a second garage. Both the garage and workshop have full electrics.
FRONT GARDEN
An area of enclosed garden with wonderful views that can be enjoyed from a seating area. The garden is partly lawned in addition to shrubs and heathers. A particular feature of the garden are two spring fed ponds.
SIDE GARDEN
A hidden gem! A good area of level lawn surrounded by hedges providing a great deal of privacy without losing the views. The unique feature of this part of the garden is a delightful terrace formed from the remains of a possibly 17th century cottage. The original stone wall provides the backdrop to the terrace whilst at one end is a stone-built summer house. At the other end of the terrace is a useful potting shed with partial original slate floor.
REAR GARDEN
An arched pathway leads from the side to the rear garden, the lower part of which is terraced with a lawn rising from here to the top of the garden, from where there are superb views right across the valley. There is a fenced area incorporating a vegetable garden with an adjacent wooden green house.
SERVICES
The oil-fired central heating is operated from the Rayburn, there are radiators in all the relevant rooms.
Mains electricity is connected.
Water is provided via a private spring water supply; this has a multiple filter system fitted which is serviced annually.
Drainage is via a new sewage treatment system which was fitted in September 2024, to comply with the latest regulations.
BROADBAND
Full fibre which can offer Ultra-fast speeds.
MOBILE
coverage can be checked via
COUNCIL TAX
EDDC. Band F. Currently £3,319.46 (2024/25).
FLOOD RISK
This can be checked via
TELEPHONE
Line is connected
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All the windows in the house have double glazing or secondary double glazing with one exception. The bathroom window is single glazed currently but will be replaced with a complete new double-glazed unit before the cottage is sold.
OTHER DETAILS
The current owner has been in residence since 1986 and has loved living in Rose Cottage, it has been well maintained and improved over the years.
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Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
Located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is this charming detached cottage that offers a unique combination of the best of both worlds.
A view over unspoilt valleys without general light pollution, an incredibly peaceful location with birdsong as the main sound that is evident and a beautiful garden.
All this less than 4 miles from a mainline station with direct trains to London, a beach within 7 miles and ultra-fast broadband!
The cottage is just 4 miles from Colyton (with its famous Grammar school) and has origins dating back to the seventeenth century. The main rooms are light and airy - unusual for a country cottage.
The accommodation, all measurements approximate, comprises:
ENTRANCE PORCH
providing a good place for coats, shoes and wellingtons (there are lovely walks around the valley).
DINING HALL - 6.23m (20'5") Max x 3.11m (10'2")
With an outlook over the rear garden and two attractive bow windows to the front (these are said to have come from a North Devon church), a large inglenook display fireplace and stairs rising to the first floor.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM - 5.03m (16'6") x 2.87m (9'5")
A stunning high-ceilinged room with hand-made units, quartz work surfaces, a splashback finished with hand-made French tiles, inset stainless steel one and a half sink unit. There is an integrated fridge and dishwasher. An oil fire two oven Rayburn provides cooking facilities, central heating and hot water. Flooring is by Amtico. The kitchen has a dining area with French doors opening to a terrace, perfect for a leisurely breakfast, whilst the back door opens onto an area where the Barbecue currently resides.
REAR PORCH/BOOT ROOM
At the rear of the Kitchen is a walk-in larder/utility room as well as rear porch/boot room, off this area, is a downstairs WC.
WC
Obscure glazed window to side. Fitted with a white suite comprising w.c. and wall mounted wash hand basin. Corner shelves. Laminate flooring.
From dining hall
LOUNGE - 4.65m (15'3") Into Bay x 4.28m (14'1")
At the other end of the dining hall is the lounge. It has a large bay window taking full advantage of the fabulous views, the beautifully made window was designed and made by a specialist joinery company. A rear window provides views of the garden. Fireplace with slate hearth and a hand cut Dorset stone lintel. A very efficient multi fuel stove makes this a very cosy winter snug! Across the back of the room are built-in bookcases with storage cupboards below.
STUDY/BEDROOM 3 - 4.63m (15'2") Max x 3.6m (11'10")
Adjacent to the lounge is the study/bedroom three. This spacious room has French doors giving access to the side garden as well as a window to the front to enjoy the views. The room has panelled walls and an extensive bookcase/shelving unit.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
Landing with Velux roof light.
BEDROOM ONE - 4.26m (14'0") x 3.45m (11'4")
Another room taking full advantage of the fantastic views from both the front and side windows. Two Neville Johnson built-in wardrobes and a part panelled wall across the rear of the room.
BEDROOM TWO - 3.12m (10'3") x 2.59m (8'6")
Window to the front again taking full advantage of the views, built-in wardrobe and airing cupboard.
SHOWER ROOM - 2.02m (6'8") x 1.77m (5'10")
Fitted white suite, chrome ladder style radiator.
OUTSIDE
An adopted lane leads to Rose Cottage, beyond this is green lane which means that there is very little passing traffic or walkers.
There is a parking area for several cars is in front of the
OAK FRAMED GARAGE/WORKSHOP - 5.4m (17'9") x 2.82m (9'3")
This building comprises the open fronted garage and a similar sized section currently used as a log store/workshop. This could easily be converted into a second garage. Both the garage and workshop have full electrics.
FRONT GARDEN
An area of enclosed garden with wonderful views that can be enjoyed from a seating area. The garden is partly lawned in addition to shrubs and heathers. A particular feature of the garden are two spring fed ponds.
SIDE GARDEN
A hidden gem! A good area of level lawn surrounded by hedges providing a great deal of privacy without losing the views. The unique feature of this part of the garden is a delightful terrace formed from the remains of a possibly 17th century cottage. The original stone wall provides the backdrop to the terrace whilst at one end is a stone-built summer house. At the other end of the terrace is a useful potting shed with partial original slate floor.
REAR GARDEN
An arched pathway leads from the side to the rear garden, the lower part of which is terraced with a lawn rising from here to the top of the garden, from where there are superb views right across the valley. There is a fenced area incorporating a vegetable garden with an adjacent wooden green house.
SERVICES
The oil-fired central heating is operated from the Rayburn, there are radiators in all the relevant rooms.
Mains electricity is connected.
Water is provided via a private spring water supply; this has a multiple filter system fitted which is serviced annually.
Drainage is via a new sewage treatment system which was fitted in September 2024, to comply with the latest regulations.
BROADBAND
Full fibre which can offer Ultra-fast speeds.
MOBILE
coverage can be checked via
COUNCIL TAX
EDDC. Band F. Currently £3,319.46 (2024/25).
FLOOD RISK
This can be checked via
TELEPHONE
Line is connected
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
All the windows in the house have double glazing or secondary double glazing with one exception. The bathroom window is single glazed currently but will be replaced with a complete new double-glazed unit before the cottage is sold.
OTHER DETAILS
The current owner has been in residence since 1986 and has loved living in Rose Cottage, it has been well maintained and improved over the years.
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Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
About this agent
We are dedicated Licensed Estate Agents with many years industry experience (over 60 years between us!) covering East Devon and West Dorset but occasionally outside these areas if required. We are a small but mighty team of ladies which is something that happened by coincidence, rather than design. Although, we have found it gives us a compassionate edge over some other agents; something that can be invaluable throughout the buying and selling process. We have a passion for property combined with traditional values of service, with an emphasis on excellent communication. We want to match your property to the right buyer and make the whole process as stress free as we can, leaving you with the confidence of being able to recommend our service to others. Our aim: to make estate agency something to be proud of.