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Venn Cottage sits much closer to Bickleigh 1 mile than the
Silverton address suggests. Located adjacent to the A396 within the
Exe Valley, it s a great position with easy road links into Exeter
and Tiverton and there are no near neighbours, stunning views over
the Exe valley which is the foreground for some breathtaking
sunsets and plenty of local walks. You can also easily check out
the ancient woodland walks of Bretheridge Woods which is close to
the cottage. It s also worth noting that the cottage falls within
the local catchment of Blundells school which equates to lower fees
too!
The cottage is Grade II Listed, thatched and was restored and
extended by the former owners in about 2010 so the cottage has
retained plenty of character whilst having a cosy and modern feel.
The thatch on the extension was new in 2010, on the side in 2023
with the front having been done in 2020. There s the bonus of mains
gas central heating and lower water charges with private water
supply and drainage. Throughout, the character shines through with
a kitchen breakfast room and dining room welcoming you from the
initial entrance complete with a gas fired stove. At the rear is a
door to the garden, a bathroom and a modern feeling, light living
room which overlooks the garden and surrounding countryside. There
are two staircases the spiral one is more a feature these days
which lead to the first floor. Here are 3 bedrooms, all good sizes
and a shower room. ??
Outside, the plot is approximately 0.5 acres of mainly level
gardens with some outbuildings adjoining the cottage. Currently the
parking area is accessed from the farm lane at the southern
boundary. There is ample parking for many vehicles and a car port.
A small fence and gate lead to the south facing garden, mainly
lawned with several well established trees and those stunning views
out over the adjoining fields. The pathway meanders through the
garden to a paved seating area and to the front door. There is
further garden to the side west and behind north .
If you are looking for a characterful cottage in a large plot,
not isolated and with some stunning views you won t need to look
much further than Venn Cottage!
Please see the floorplan for room sizes.
Current Council Tax Band E Mid Devon 2023 24 £2777.40
Utilities Mains electric, mains gas, water, telephone &
broadband
Broadband within this postcode Superfast Enabled
Drainage Borehole water and private drainage septic tank
Heating Mains gas central heating
Listed Yes Grade II
Tenure Freehold
SILVERTON?is a large village and parish, one of
the oldest in Devon dating back to the first years of the Saxon
occupation. Its?location is ideal for commuting to Exeter? 8 miles
south and for speedy access to?the M5 at Cullompton 5 miles away.
The?church, in honour of St Mary is a striking?building, with a
full set of bells, often heard?ringing out. The centrepiece of
Silverton is a?regal and gnarled oak tree more than 1000?years old.
There are two inns, The Lamb ?and the Silverton Inn both do hearty
pub?lunches, and pull popular pints of ale, cider?and beer. The
shop is a Spar mini mart ?post office, with an adjoining old
fashioned?butcher s shop delivering select cuts of?meat and
homemade pastries. There is?also a hairdresser, for those wanting
to?spruce up their locks. Annually, Silverton?hosts a vibrant
street market, in deep?summer, with a spectacular spread of?local
produce, arts and crafts and games?for the kids no childhood is
complete?without tiger face paint! The C of E primary?school is a
good one too, with the Ofsted?report to prove it. 5 minutes drive
down?the road past Ellerhayes is Killerton?house and gardens, an
18th Century?manor, reminiscent of something from?a Bront novel.
Owned by the National?Trust it has been immaculately kept,
and?inside features elegant displays of period?costumes.
Furthermore, the surrounding?estate, of secret pathways and
mottled?woodland glades is a magical place to take?a stroll.
DIRECTIONS For sat nav use EX5 4BS and the What3Words address is
brings.share.pianists but if you want the traditional directions,
please read on.
From Bickleigh Crediton Tiverton A377 Head towards Exeter from
Bickleigh on the A396 and after approx. 1 mile, look out for a
layby on your right and immediately after this, take a right turn
into a lane marked Copenhagen Farmhouse and then right again into
Venn Cottage.
From Exeter, at Cowley Bridge take the A396 towards Bickleigh
and go through Stoke Canon and Rewe. Approx 4 miles from Rewe, look
out for a sign on the left marked Copenhagen Farmhouse. Continue
past into the layby, turn around and approach from the other side,
turn right signed Copenhagen Farmhouse and then right again into
Venn Cottage.
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EPC Rating E
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