Tipton St John, Sidmouth

A fabulous opportunity to purchase this very attractive Grade II listed thatched cottage, with stable block and studio above, situated in a rural yet accessible location surrounded by walks and bridle ways. Lower Coombe Cottage is a wonderful Grade II listed thatched cottage that has been lived in by the current owners for many years. It offers wonderful character full of beams, timbers, solid wooden doors and flagstone flooring.

There is a lovely entrance hall with flagstone flooring and inset wooden timbers as well as feature doorway with arch. Leading to a large sitting room with impressive inglenook fireplace with wood burner and bread oven, dual aspect windows, beams and inset timbers. The generous kitchen/dining room has solid wooden units, quarry tiled flooring and oil-fired Aga, plenty of beans and inset timbers adding to the character of the property, door to the garden.  There is also a cloakroom with utility area.
On the first floor are three bedrooms, the principal bedroom is very impressive with vaulted ceiling, beams, dual aspect windows and built in wardrobes. The family bathroom enjoys a bath and separate shower.  The landing is very spacious and could be used as a study again with beams and solid oak flooring.

Outside - The gardens extend to just over ½ acre and have been thoughtfully landscaped by the owner to provide well stocked gardens and beds. On the raised garden there is a summerhouse enjoying the wonderful views across the countryside. The stable block comprises of 2 stables and a tack room with studio/office above. This could be converted into a detached cottage (subject to planning). There is ample parking at the front of the property.

Directions - From Ottery St Mary, proceed towards Sidmouth. At the Tipton crossroads, turn left and proceed along the road, pass the farm on your right, turn right at the bridleway sign and the property is down the lane.lower Coombe Cottage. 

Location - Tipton St John is a small village within the Otter Valley, offering a beautiful rural location with excellent local amenities which include a highly regarded primary school, award-winning restaurant/public house, church and village hall. The large recreational park, tennis courts and cricket pavilion provide a perfect village set up. There are lovely river walks and the surrounding countryside offers an idyllic setting. The village is equal in distance from the traditional market town of Ottery St Mary and the Regency coastal town of Sidmouth.