Gittisham, Honiton, Devon, EX14

A stunning much improved Grade II listed 3 bedroom detached period cottage sat within a generous 0.28 acre plot, situated in a sought after East Devon village.


Kings Cottage is a captivating three-bedroom detached thatched cottage nestled in the picturesque village of Gittisham and is believed to date back to the 1600s. Under the current ownership, Kings Cottage has benefited from an extensive refurbishment program ensuring the preservation of its historical features while incorporating modern conveniences. This careful restoration has enhanced the property's appeal making it a comfortable and characterful home.

Improvements include room to room refurbishment with replacement bathrooms, kitchen and utility room, underfloor heating downstairs and an integrated Bose sound system to name just a few.

The generous accommodation includes on the ground floor a high end spacious kitchen with fully fitted appliances including dishwasher, double oven, cooking hob and sink with tap over. A utility room which is in keeping with the kitchen’s theme offering even more storage space along with a washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also a downstairs WC located here.

The lounge is an amazing feature of this delightful home with the period beams flowing through the ceiling and a wood burning stove is encased in timber surround, making this a really cosy room in the winter months. Completing downstairs is a third bedroom which is spacious, multi-functional and could be used however required by the next owner, whether that be extra accommodation to live in or a downstairs office.

On the first floor a large landing leads off to a huge bedroom 1 which includes feature beams and steps up to a modern en-suite shower room. The second bedroom is again of large proportion, providing ample space for a large double bed and storage.

The family bathroom, like the house, is very modern but complementary to the buildings age. With a freestanding roll top bath, standing curved glass screen shower, WC & sink. The property further benefits from gas central heating throughout of which downstairs has under floor heating.

Kings Cottage is located in the heart of the beautiful East Devon village of Gittisham. This picture post card former estate village has a wonderful sense of community with a village hall, medieval church and village green being central to the village activities, alongside visitors coming from far and wide to visit The Pig-at Combe.

Nearby Honiton is a renowned centre for antiques and offers a range of independent shops and cafés. The town provides a good range of day to day amenities, schools, recreational facilities, and a railway station on the Exeter - London (Waterloo) line. The property is also within the catchment for the renowned Kings School. The coast lies approx. 20 minutes away from Gittisham. Sidmouth, Beer, Branscombe & Seaton all within 10 miles and offers a range of facilities, shops, cafes and coastal walks.

A real feature of this home is its outside space. The garden is very large with the countryside offering breath taking panoramic views. To the front of the property there is parking along with access to the garage.

To the rear is a three-tier garden which has been well maintained, landscaped and overlooks the beautiful countryside to the rear. There is a large patio area for dining and entertaining with a beautiful summer house. There is also an area of garden to the front of the house and side. All of which makes an extremely generous 0.28 acre plot.