Ham, Axminster, Devon

SITUATION
Myrtle Cottage is situated on the edge of the tiny hamlet of Ham adjacent to open farmland and enjoying splendid views over the surrounding countryside which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty known as The Blackdown Hills. Myrtle Cottage sits in a secluded and sheltered position and commands a sunny aspect with delightful rural walks that emanate virtually from the front gates. Approximately 2 ½ miles to the north is the village of Stockland which has a parish church, an active social life centred around the village hall and tennis courts, as well as a primary school which is highly rated by Ofsted. Myrtle Cottage is just outside the pretty and popular village of Dalwood with its ancient parish church, active village hall, community village shop/post office and very popular public House The Tuckers Arms.
The renowned Colyton Grammar School, one of England's top mixed state schools, is situated within 9 miles. The busy market town of Axminster lies some 5 miles to the south-east and has a variety of shops including the mainline rail link to London (Waterloo). Alternatively the market town of Honiton lies approximately 6.5 miles to the west and has a further variety of shops, schools, sports centre/swimming pool and mainline rail link to London (Waterloo). The coast at Lyme Bay is situated about 9.5 miles to the south. The Cathedral city of Exeter is about 24 miles to the south-west and has excellent shopping facilities, mainline rail link to London (Paddington), M5 access and small international airport. Taunton, the county town of Somerset is approximately 20 miles distant and also has an express rail link to London (Paddington) and access to the M5.

THE PROPERTY
Myrtle Cottage is a beautiful detached grade II listed period cottage set within wonderful landscaped gardens. The charming accommodation has an entrance hall with original flagstone flooring which leads to the delightful double aspect sitting room with glorious countryside views. The kitchen/breakfast room has plenty of storage, Heritage oil fired range and a former bread oven. Leading from this is a well-proportioned dining room with ceiling beams and French doors that open out to the gardens. Also, on the ground-floor is a shower room and a useful boot room and utility with a large pantry cupboard. On the first-floor are the three double bedrooms and a large family bathroom with a separate shower and a bath.

GARDEN
The wonderful gardens have been beautifully landscaped with a huge variety of specimen plants and shrubs that provide year-round colour and interest. The fully stocked beds and borders extend to all three sides of the property and a lovely seating area with a summer house provides a perfect place to sit and enjoy the surroundings. In the main the gardens are laid to lawn with a good-sized kitchen garden area and productive fruit trees. Also within the grounds is a detached double garage with an electric garage door and a useful log store.

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