Ellerhayes

This four-bedroom former station master’s house is set within a generous plot of just over half an acre in the desirable hamlet of Ellerhayes near Killerton, and offers excellent potential for further extension, reconfiguration or modernisation.

THE LAYOUT

Accessed down a sweeping driveway, through the idyllic mature gardens, the house is truly aesthetic with its central front door. Stepping into the hallway, the sitting room and dining room sit either side, providing comfortable reception spaces, each enhanced by the warmth and character of log burners, and both naturally lit with their south facing aspects. A conservatory extends from the sitting room, offering a superb vantage point to enjoy views over the gardens.

To the rear, the kitchen and adjoining utility area serve as practical family spaces and its here that there is clear potential to extend further into the back garden if desired (subject to the necessary permissions). Upstairs, the accommodation comprises three well-proportioned double bedrooms, including one with an ensuite, alongside a family bathroom and a fourth single bedroom, ideal for use as home office also.

OUTSIDE

The property is set within beautifully established grounds extending to 0.6 of an acre, featuring mature gardens that provide privacy in a picturesque setting. A generous lawn is complemented by a variety of established trees and shrubs, creating a tranquil, park-like atmosphere throughout the seasons. There is also a dedicated vegetable growing area and a chicken pen. The property is hugged by open fields, enhancing the sense of space and rural outlook, while a charming summerhouse offers a perfect spot for relaxation, entertaining, or simply enjoying the surrounding greenery.

THE AREA

Ellerhayes is a small hamlet of around 50 properties, located between Killerton and Silverton, and is short and hassle free commute into Exeter. Killerton is a National Trust estate with an 18th century house and landscaped gardens, surrounded by woodland and parkland. Silverton is thought to be one of the oldest villages in Devon. It boasts a primary school, three churches, two pubs, a doctor’s surgery, two hairdressers, a jewellery / gift shop and a convenience store.

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