Property description
It’s all of it….a stunning Grade II listed thatched 7 bed Devon Longhouse with approx. 3.75 acres, a separate 2 bed annexe, plenty of character and space, well away from main roads and a swimming pool with outstanding rural views.
Wigham is a detached Grade II Listed period property which the Listed Buildings notes suggest dates from the mid-17th Century with 20th Century extensions. Of rendered plastered cob walls beneath a thatched roof (re-thatched 2010), the property contains a wealth of architectural features, including many exposed beams, plank and muntin screen plus flagstone flooring in the drawing room along with many original fireplaces.
The accommodation is extensive in the main house with nearly 3,200 sqft of accommodation. There is a large fireplace in the drawing room with bread oven and clotted cream oven, another in the dining room and a smaller fireplace with Villager wood burner in the family room. At the heart of the kitchen/breakfast room is a 4-oven oil-fired Aga, with work surfaces and two double sinks. There is also a walk-in pantry and wine cellar. Breakfast area with space for dining table and a small office and downstairs cloakroom. Two staircases lead to the first floor accommodation with 4 double bedrooms, all with en suite facilities as well as a 5th bedroom/ study. There is also a laundry room and cloakroom.
WIGHAM COTTAGE
Attached to the western end of the house is Wigham Cottage (1,075 sq.ft) ideal for guest accommodation or to provide an income. This also has much character and charm. On the ground floor is a lovely sitting room with stone fireplace and a triple aspect with views down the valley as well as French doors to the garden. There is a kitchen/dining room with Aga and a 3rd bedroom. On the first floor are 2 further bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
THE GROUNDS
The property is approached along a driveway which sweeps up to and past the property leading to a gravelled parking and turning area. Immediately to the front and side of the house are lawned areas bordered by stone walling and with well-established flower and shrub beds. To the rear of the property steps lead up to a further garden which includes a productive vegetable plot, fruit cage and orchard with greenhouse and polytunnel. This is well-sheltered with natural boundaries of mature trees. To the front of the house is approx. 3 acres of sloping grassland leading to a small stream at the bottom, ideal for grazing. The outlook is beautiful from the house, gardens and land over the adjoining countryside. As per the indicative plan, Wigham will own the track as marked and will enjoy a right of way over the track not in its ownership.
We are informed that there is a further 20 acres available by separate negotiation.
SERVICES
The property has a mains water connection, however, currently a borehole provides water through a filtration system. Private drainage to septic tank, oil-fired central heating and the Aga also provides hot water.
LOCATION
Wigham sits in the heart of the rural Mid Devon countryside, approximately 1 mile from the village of Morchard Bishop. This thriving community has a primary school and shop, public house and church. The market town of Crediton (9 miles) has a more extensive array of amenities and facilities including two supermarkets, shops, banks, medical centre and recreational centre. There is also good schooling in the town. Creditonhas a railway station on the Tarka line between Exeter and Barnstaple.
Morchard Bishop lies midway between the national parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor, renowned for their spectacular scenery and ideal for a wide range of outdoor pursuits including walking, riding, cycling and fishing.
The university and cathedral city of Exeter (19 miles) has a comprehensive range of facilities one would expect from a centre of its importance including dining, theatre, schooling and recreational pursuits. Exeter also has mainline rail services to London Waterloo and Paddington. Exeter International Airport lies 4 miles to the east of the city. There is access to the M5 motorway at Junction 27.
DIRECTIONS
Upon entering Morchard Bishop from the A377 at Morchard Road, bear left after the London Inn into Fore Street. At the bottom, follow the road out of the village and after approx. 0.2 miles, bear right as signed to Eastington and Lapford. After approx. 0.5 miles, turn right into the long drive of Wigham. As you proceed down the drive, bear left at the fork and park in front of the house.
Property Features :
- Delightful detached Grade II farmhouse with approx 3.75 acres
- Main house 5 bedrooms plus 2 bed annexe
- Well away from main roads
- Stunning rural views over countryside
- A total of over 4000 sqft of accommodation