Ottery St Mary, Devon

Description

Nestled in the heart of a peaceful rural landscape, this exquisite one double bedroom ground floor apartment presents a rare opportunity for those seeking an idyllic blend of history, luxury, and modern convenience.

Step inside to discover the spacious, flowing open-plan kitchen, dining and living room, a generous and versatile space, perfectly designed for both serene relaxation and effortless entertaining, with room that can even be adapted for additional guests or the creation of a separate living room or snug.

The room's undeniable focal point is the historic, restored Henry VIII fireplace. Dating from 1545 and removed from the original King's School, this extraordinary feature was relocated to Salston Manor, anchoring the living space with a profound sense of antiquity and grandeur.

Throughout the apartment, period charm is beautifully complemented by every modern comfort. The property is finished to an exceptional standard with high-quality fixtures, including sleek, contemporary Quartz countertops, sumptuous Wool Blend carpets, and elegant Engineered Oak Flooring and joinery, fostering a warm, inviting, and cosy ambiance. For ultimate comfort, the entire home benefits from efficient underfloor heating. The accommodation is completed by a generously sized double bedroom a well-appointed bathroom, and a practical store cupboard.

Externally, the historic manor house is surrounded by four acres of stunning communal grounds. Residents can enjoy a tranquil terrace that overlooks a beautiful wild flower meadow, mature woodlands, and a designated picnic area.

Convenience is assured with an allocated parking space, ample visitor parking, and access to EV Car Charging. This is a truly special, ready to move into apartment offering a peaceful, luxurious lifestyle while maintaining easy reach of local amenities and transport links.

About Salston Manor:
This Grade II listed manor house, originally built in a grand architectural style in the 1750s was the family home of William Hart Coleridge, the 1st Bishop of Barbados and nephew of the famous poet has been tastefully converted into a collection of charming apartments and houses offering a unique blend of historical charm and latest build techniques of modern living.

Set within circa 4 acres of stunning grounds and surrounded by lush greenery, this magnificent property exudes an air of elegance and sophistication. The manor house creates a sense of grandeur with its high ceilings, large windows and central sweeping staircase.

Situation

Ottery St Mary is a town in the East Devon district of Devon, about 10 miles east of Exeter. The town takes its name from the River Otter on which it stands. The town comprises several independent shops. An area known as 'The Square', is the heart of the town where there are pubs, restaurants, coffee and tea rooms as well as the locally highly regarded Kings School.

The River Otter offers beautiful walks from the town all the way to the coast at Budleigh Salterton.

Directions

From our office head East out of the City and join the A30 towards Honiton. Exit at Daisymount and take the third exit, you will reach another roundabout immediately, please take the second exit signposted Ottery St Mary B3174. Continue along this road until you see The Kings School on your left hand side. Turn right and continue on this road for approximately 1/2 a mile before turning right and immediately left. The entrance to the property can be found on your left hand side.