Hayes Lane, East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton, EX9

THE PROPERTY: A charming, Grade II Listed thatched cottage with a large detached annexe, stable block and paddocks. 'Hill Farm' boasts grounds of just under an acre and enjoys a quiet location with lovely, rural aspects over the surrounding countryside whilst being a short, level walk to the centre of the village. Adjoining the house is a large forecourt area providing ample parking and turning whilst giving access to the annexe, gardens and equestrian facilities.

THE COTTAGE:The cottage provides generously proportioned accommodation that has retained much of its original charm, notable examples include slate floors, custom made timber windows and doors and exposed roof timbers and beams. The light reception spaces are larger than usual for a property of this type. The farmhouse kitchen is the hub of the home and has direct access to the rear courtyard garden. The bedrooms offer a south westerly aspect with lovely views of the surrounding area.

THE BARN: This space provides superb flexibility, the current owners have established an extremely profitable holiday let business, however it would also suit those looking for independent accommodation for relatives.

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The Barn has a lArge living / dining area with stunning exposed timber beams. There are two double bedrooms, a galley kitchen and shower room.The property benefits from underfloor heating throughout. A small private courtyard garden overlooks adjoining fields and the neighbouring brook.

OUTSIDE: Adjoining the rear of the cottage there is a paved courtyard which gives access to the back door. To the rear of the barn and garage there is a small triangular piece of garden and patio terrace. Adjoining the forecourt area and with vehicular access via a wide iron gate there are two further areas of land with a timber stable block ( complete with power light and water) and tack room with an adjoining concrete hard standing and areas of grass. From here there is a further gate giving access into a paddock which is fenced and is used for horses.

SERVICES: All main services are connected. Gas fired central heating is installed. Council Tax Band E.

AGENTS NOTES: There is a further adjoining area of land measuring approximately 0.31 acres which is currently leased from Clinton Devon Estates. Adjoining the south western boundary of the property is a water course/flood defence scheme, which is maintained by the Environment Agency. We understand that they have a right of way through part of the grounds of Hill Farmhouse for maintenance purposes only.

LOCATION: East Budleigh is an historic village with a Primary School, Church, two Public Houses, a Community Village Shop and is the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh. It is surrounded by lovely walks and beautiful countryside and the coastal resort of Budleigh Salterton is approximately two miles away, where numerous clubs, shops, societies, and a pebble beach can be found.

DIRECTIONS: On entering the village of East Budleigh turn into Lower Budleigh at the Rolle Arms Public House. Continue along this road for approximately a third of a mile and on the right hand side will be seen the Sir Walter Raleigh Public House. Turn left here into Hayes Lane and pass the village car park on the right hand side. Continue and the property will be seen a little way along on the right hand side.