Smeatharpe, Honiton, Devon, EX14

SITUATION Little Gotleigh is located in the heart of the Blackdown Hills AONB and is surrounded by some of the county’s most picturesque countryside, over which there are stunning walks. It is within 2 miles of the popular village Churchinford which has a range of amenities including a community shop, village hall and doctor’s surgery. The market town of Honiton lies approximately 8 miles to the south and has an extensive range of independent shops and facilities, and a main line rail link to London Waterloo. The County Town of Taunton is approximately 11 miles to the north where direct access to the M5 can be gained, together with an express rail link to London Paddington. The coast at Lyme Bay is about 17 miles to the south. The Regency coastal resort of Sidmouth lies some 18 miles to the south with its pebble beach (sand at low tide), long esplanade and range of independent shops. The renowned Colyton Grammar School, one of England's top mixed state schools, is situated about 20 miles away. THE PROPERTY Little Gotleigh is a charming detached period cottage that has been completely upgraded and extended over the twelve years of current ownership. Quality bespoke windows and doors have been added throughout. The well-proportioned accommodation has an entrance lobby with built-in storage, this leads through to the large dining room with a superb inglenook fireplace. The kitchen has a larder cupboard, Belfast sink and opens to the wonderful triple aspect sitting room which forms part of the extension, this also has a multi fuel burner which heats the hot water and central heating system. Also, on the ground-floor is a study with a multi-fuel burner and a modern wet room/utility. On the first-floor are the three double bedrooms, the principal enjoys a pretty countryside view to the rear and a modern en-suite shower room. The family bathroom has a white suite with a shower over the bath. OUTSIDE The property has a pretty and low maintenance rear garden which has been beautifully planted and has shingled pathways and a couple of perfect places to sit out on decking/patio or under a pergola during fine weather. To the front is a good-sized detached single garage.