Swan Hill Road, Colyford, Colyton, Devon

Ship House comprises a particularly handsome detached period cottage which is located within the highly desirable village of Colyford. Colyford is surrounded by some of the county’s most picturesque rolling countryside over which the cottage has delightful views and is conveniently placed within a short walk of the village stores. It is also within close proximity of some glorious walks along the River Coly, Seaton Wetlands and the East Devon National Landscape, as well as being well-placed for the town of Seaton which has an excellent range of amenities and a long beach and esplanade located on the World Heritage Jurassic Coast.

The cottage itself has origins dating back to the 17th century and was a range of cottages before being converted into the spacious home of great character we find today. It is of traditional construction with rendered and flintstone elevations under a recently thatched roof and is very attractive from the garden side with its stone quoins and ornate ridge.

On entering Ship House it is apparent that it has been a much loved home for many years and has been continually improved and updated resulting in the very well presented home we find today. It retains a wealth of character hence it is listed as Grade II and there are some delightful features including ceiling beams and exposed timbers, flagstone floors, window seats and several attractive inglenook fireplaces.

GARDENS & GROUNDS.
Ship House has an access off Swan Hill Road through impressive tall Beerstone pillars which lead down to a good-sized parking area. Adjacent to the driveway are a very useful range of outbuildings which include a traditionally built two-storey barn, an excellent range of block-built stores (currently let as storage units) with five bays with double timber doors, a timber wood store and various other sheds/implement stores. There is also the ‘Ship Inn’, a former barn which was converted into a multipurpose room with a brick fireplace and Victorian Copper, and this has an attached WC.

From the rear of the house there is a large paved terrace with superb views. Beyond this is a garden which has been thoughtfully planted and is now beautifully established with lawns interspersed with profusely stocked beds and mature trees. There are also two paddocks, one of which has a pond, and these areas create a wonderful haven for wildlife and bird life. In total the gardens and grounds extend to about 0.9 acre.

SITUATION.
Ship House is located on the outskirts of the village of Colyford in a convenient location, a few minutes walk from the village store and popular café, and about half a mile from Colyton Grammar School, one of the country's top mixed state schools. The village lies on the A3052 coastal road and along with the above, has a thriving village hall, small church, two public houses and a butchers. From Colyford there is a stunning walk through the Seaton Wetlands to the coast which passes through three nature reserves and is a renowned spot for bird watching providing a haven for migratory and native birdlife.

The village lies approximately 1 mile south of the handsome town of Colyton and 1.5 miles inland from the popular coastal resort of Seaton which has a wider range of amenities including supermarkets, banking hub, doctors surgery and primary school, along with many independent shops and eateries. Seaton sits in Lyme Bay which forms part of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. The market town of Axminster is approximately 5 miles away with a main line rail link to London Waterloo. The Cathedral City of Exeter is some 25 miles to the west and has a comprehensive range of amenities, international airport, M5 access and main line express rail link to London Paddington.

DIRECTIONS.
On the A3052 coastal road travelling in an easterly direction, proceed into the village passing the village stores on you right hand side. Follow the road down the hill passing the Filling Station Café on your right and the property is then the third property on the right hand side (just opposite Coly Road).
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TENURE & SERVICES.
Freehold. Mains electricity, water and drainage.
Mains gas-fired central heating.
The property also benefits from photovoltaic panels.

LOCAL AUTHORITY.
East Devon District Council - .
Council Tax Band: G.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE.
Exempt due to the Grade II Listing.

FLOOD RISK.
Flood risk information can be checked through the following:

BROADBAND & MOBILE.
The seller has advised us that Broadband is available at the property. Broadband availability at this location can be checked through: checker.ofcom.org.uk/
Mobile coverage can be checked through: checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage