Property description
A substantial and attractive house with approximately HALF AN ACRE of rear garden, situated close to the centre of this popular East Devon village. SIX EN-SUITE BEDROOMS, numerous period features and a SELF CONTAINED ANNEXE.
DESCRIPTION
Rose Cottage is a large semi-detached house with a long history, situated close to the centre of the popular East Devon village of Sidbury. The generous accommodation offers great flexibility, with up to six bedrooms - all with en-suites, three reception rooms, a kitchen, utility room and conservatory.
DESCRIPTION CONTINUED
In addition to this is a separate self-contained cottage which would suit independent accommodation for an elderly relative, or equally an additional income. The house benefits from approximately half an acre of ground, which is predominantly to the rear, with ample off road parking and a double garage. The property would suit those looking for a large family house, in a semi-rural location.
LOCATION
Sidbury is under three miles from the popular coastal town of Sidmouth, with its broad range of amenities including a Cinema, Theatre, wide range of independent shops and a Waitrose Supermarket. The market town of Honiton is a little over five miles away, with a motorway connection to the A30 and mainline Railway Station. Sidbury itself has a Convenience Store and Butchers, a Public House, Village Hall and popular Primary School. A regular bus service runs through the centre of the village to the surrounding area.
LOCATION CONTINUED
Sidbury, which lies within East Devon's area of outstanding natural beauty, is surrounded by rolling hills and countryside, as well as the River Sid.
DIRECTIONS
From our office on the High Street in Sidmouth proceed up the road and continue over the mini-roundabout, passing the Cinema on the left hand side. Follow Vicarage Road into Temple Street and onto Arcot Road, bearing right at Exeter Cross to join Sidford Road. Follow Sidford Road to the traffic lights at the crossroad junction, continuing straight across signposted Sidbury and Honiton. Follow the road into Sidbury and after approximately one mile the property will be seen on the left hand side, opposite the War memorial at the bottom of Greenhead. Proceed down the driveway to the right of Rose Cottage and the parking area for the property will be found on the left hand side.
The accommodation with approximate dimensions comprises:
PORCH
Modern hardwood PORCH in the style of the original, with leaded light glazing. Timber front door with obscure glazing to a:
HALLWAY
Period staircase. Storage cupboard. CLOAKROOM/WC. SHOWER ROOM. BOILER ROOM. Exposed period beams. Doors to the:
SITTING/DINING ROOM
SITTING AREA
3.9m x 4.4m (12'9\" x 14'6\") & DINING AREA 3.5m to cupboard x 4.3m (11'6\" x 14') uPVC double glazed sash bay window to the front, with a southerly aspect. A good size room with exposed floorboards and a sealed brick fireplace. Storage cupboards. Door to the rear lobby and a door returning to the hallway.
LIVING ROOM
4.4m x 5.0m (14'6\" x 16'3\") Two uPVC double glazed windows to the front, with a southerly aspect. Large timber lintel over a brick fireplace, understood to formerly have been an Inglenook fireplace. Opening into the:
INNER HALLWAY
With doors to a:
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
5.8m x 3.2m (19' x 10'6\") uPVC double glazed windows to the rear. Fitted with a range of floor standing and wall mounted units with worksurfaces, stainless steel sink and a gas fired Aga with four ovens, two hot plates and a warming plate. Secondary staircase to the first floor. Door retuning to the hallway and door to a:
UTILITY ROOM
Double glazed Velux window. Worksurfaces. Stainless steel sink unit. Space for various appliances. Door to a:
CONSERVATORY
3.3m x 3.2m (10'9\" x 10'6\") Of uPVC double glazed construction, with a hipped polycarbonate roof. Doors to the rear garden.
FAMILY ROOM/STUDY
3.7m x 5.3m (12' x 17'3\") uPVC double glazed sash window to the front, with a southerly aspect. An attractive tall brick fireplace with a slate hearth and storage cupboards built into the chimney recesses. Exposed floorboards. Ceiling beams.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
uPVC double glazed sash window to the front, with a southerly aspect and an attractive view over neighbouring thatched cottages. uPVC double glazed window to the rear, with a view over the garden to countryside beyond. Eaves storage cupboard. Secondary staircase to the kitchen. Doors to:
BEDROOM ONE
3.8m x 4.9m (12'6\" x 16') uPVC double glazed window to the front, with a southerly aspect. A double room with an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM.
BEDROOM TWO
3.8m x 4.4m (12'6\" x 14'6\") A double aspect room with uPVC double glazed windows, having good views over Sidbury to the Church and countryside beyond. A double room with an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM.
BEDROOM THREE
3.9m x 3.2m (12'9\" x 10'6\") A double aspect room with uPVC double glazed windows, having countryside views. A double room with an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM.
BEDROOM FOUR
An irregular shape room measuring 3.7m x 2.7m (12' x 9') uPVC double glazed window to the front, with a southerly aspect. A double room with an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM.
BEDROOM FIVE
An irregular shape room measuring 2.4m x 2.0m (7'9\" x 6'6\") uPVC double glazed window to the front, with a southerly aspect. A single room with an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM.
From the first floor landing a staircase rises to:
BEDROOM SIX
An irregular shape room measuring a maximum of 4.9m x 4.3m (16' x 14') A double aspect room with double glazed Velux and uPVC double glazed window. Stunning views from both windows over Sidbury to distant countryside. A double room with exposed roof beams and an EN-SUITE BATHROOM with separate shower cubicle.
THREE ADJOINING ROOF ROOMS
A second staircase from the first floor landing leads to THREE ADJOINING ROOF ROOMS. These offer excellent storage, or occasional bedroom space.
OUTSIDE AND GARDEN
Rose Cottage stands on grounds of approximately half an acre, which are predominantly to the rear and laid mostly to lawn, with a pond, SUMMERHOUSE, ample OFF ROAD PARKING and a DOUBLE GARAGE. Part of the garden is leased from Sidbury Manor in order to protect it. Rent of £175.00 is paid annually and the boundary hedges are maintained in return.
ROSE BARN
ACCOMMODATION
Connected to the main house by a uPVC double glazed utility room with a polycarbonate roof, having fitted wall units, worksurface and stainless steel sink. Glazed door to a:
SITTING ROOM
3.0m x 3.8m (9'9\" x 12'6\") A double aspect room with a double glazed window to the rear and glazed double doors to the side opening into a private garden area. SHOWER ROOM. Door to a:
DINING ROOM
An irregular shape room measuring 2.9m x 3.3m (9'6\" x 10'9\") Double glazed window to the front. Glazed door allowing self-contained access from the rear. SHOWER ROOM. Stairs rising to the first floor. Door to the:
KITCHEN
2.3m x 1.9m (7'6\" x 6'3\") A double aspect room with double glazed windows. Fitted floor standing and wall mounted kitchen units. Stainless steel four ring gas hob with matching electric oven and stainless steel sink. Appliance spaces.
TWO BEDROOM AREAS
The first floor is loosely divided into TWO BEDROOM AREAS, with a window to the side and two double glazed Velux windows.
UTILITIES
Rose Barn uses electric heating, with hot water coming from the main house.
OUTGOINGS
We are advised by East Devon District that the council tax band for this property is band F.
POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.
REF: DHS00882
Property Features :
- Spacious Family House With Annexe
- Approximately 1/2 An Acre Of Garden
- Three Reception Rooms
- Six En Suite Bedrooms
- Kitchen Breakfast Room With Aga