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"A detached Grade Two Listed cottage with 2.5 acres of gardens, paddock and woodland .Peaceful and tranquil setting, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, range of outbuildings, extensive grounds and potential to extend (STRC). EPC Band E

SITUATION AND AMENITIES Reeds sits in the hills above the village of Uplyme which has a variety of local amenities including a petrol station, post office, church, school, village hall with cricket pavilion and play area, and a pub with a delightful beer garden. About two miles away is the bustling and picturesque town of Lyme Regis. Lyme is part of the stunning Jurassic Coast which stretches from Dorset to East Devon and makes frequent appearances in the River Cottage programmes. The town has a thriving heart offering convenience and bespoke shopping of a surprising variety for a town of its size, as well as a number of renowned popular restaurants like Hix's Oyster Bar and historic hotels. The town has a good provision of day to day amenities including banks, a health centre, churches, well regarded primary and secondary schooling, a library, a cinema and a charming independent theatre. Lyme has a fantastic beach with golden sands, shallow waters and the famous Cobb with moorings for local vessels and charters for the keen fisherman or day tripper. The whole area is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has excellent walking and riding out opportunities easily accessible from the property. It is a convenient four miles away from the mainline station at Axminster with services to London Waterloo, making the area an ideal home or holiday retreat with excellent road and rail access further westwards into Devon and Cornwall. The larger historic cities of Exeter and Bath are accessible by road or rail to cater for further needs. DESCRIPTION Reeds is a charming detached Grade Two Listed cottage with stone elevations beneath a thatched roof. This is a unique detached home set in this stunning position with 2.5 acres of garden, paddock and woodland. The cottage its self sits in a elevated position and enjoys far reaching views across the surrounding countryside. This is a home with an abundance of character features including Aga and fireplace. It has accommodation comprising kitchen, dining room, sitting room, ground floor bedroom/study and shower room. Whilst on the first floor are two double bedrooms, a family bathroom and separate cloakroom. To the front of the property is an enclosed yard with ample parking and useful outbuildings. The property would lend itself to further extension and developments subject to relevant consents. The plot would certainly warrant it! OUTSIDE Reeds is approached from the lane via a five bar gate which leads to the enclosed yard and parking area. The stone barn and outbuildings are accessed from here. Steps lead up to the front of the cottage where there is a level lawned garden and path to the front door. The principal gardens and grounds lie to the rear where there is an enclosed cottage garden which in turn leads to a kitchen garden with green house and soft fruit cages. Beyond lies the paddock which is boarded by mature trees and in the spring time is awash with bluebells and primroses. To the West of the cottage down a slope is a small area of copse with large pond and bordered by a stream. There is a separate five bar gate access to the field from the lane. As previously mentioned this plot lends itself to further extension and development. SERVICES Mains water. Private drainage ( Septic tank ). Mains electricity. Electric storage heaters. DIRECTIONS From Bridport take the A35 towards Lyme Regis and continue past the Lyme Regis turning to Raymonds Hill. At the Hunters Lodge Inn turn left signposted Uplyme and follow the B3165 into the centre of the village. Continue past the playing fields and tennis courts on the right hand side and opposite the pub turn right. Follow this lane and at the T junction turn right again onto Venlake. Follow this road straight on to where the road forks left and right. Take the left hand fork sign-posted Cannington lane and continue along this lane. Take the first right into Holcome Lane, Reeds is the second property on the right. LOCAL AUTHORITY East Devon District Council
Council Offices
Knowle
Sidmouth
Devon
EX10 8HL
01395 516551 VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment only through Bridport Stags. Call 01308 428000 These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose."