Newton St. Cyres, West Town, EX5

Newton St Cyres has long been one of the most sought after villages between Crediton and Exeter, and it’s easy to see why. With regular rail and bus links to both, it offers the balance of village life and convenience perfectly. There’s a real sense of community too, helped by the village amenities which include Belluno Italian restaurant and bar, the locally renowned Beer Engine pub, sports clubs and the beautiful arboretum, a wonderful place to walk throughout the year.

Little Pickwicks is found within West Town, a quiet country lane tucked away just off the centre of the village, running alongside a small brook. It’s a lovely setting and exactly the sort of location many buyers picture when thinking of a Devon cottage.

The house itself is Grade II listed, built of traditional cob beneath a thatched roof, and has clearly been enjoyed as a home for many years. While it would now benefit from some updating, the fundamentals are all there and it offers an exciting opportunity for a new owner to gradually make it their own.

Inside, there’s plenty of character throughout with two reception rooms on the ground floor, both enjoying the charm expected from a cottage of this age and type. Along the rear is the kitchen/dining room which overlooks the garden and offers good everyday living space.

Upstairs are three bedrooms including the master with ensuite and plenty of build in storage, along with the family bathroom.

Outside, the gardens rise behind the cottage in tiers, creating different seating and planting areas with access from both floors of the property. A particularly useful addition is the substantial open timber store which could lend itself to a range of hobbies or potentially work from home space, subject to any necessary permissions or alterations.

Another major advantage is the garage and off-road parking to the side, something increasingly valuable in village locations such as this.

Overall, this is a rare chance to secure a genuine Devon cottage in one of the area’s standout villages, offering huge potential in a truly lovely setting.

Please see the floorplan for room sizes.

Current Council Tax: Band D - Mid Devon

Utilities: Mains electric, gas, water, telephone & broadband

Broadband within this postcode: Superfast optic fibre broadband

Drainage: Mains drainage

Heating: Mains gas central heating

Construction:

Listed: Yes Grade II

Conservation Area: Yes

Tenure: Freehold

Buyers' Compliance Fee Notice: Please note that a compliance check fee of £25 (inc. VAT) per person is payable once your offer is accepted. This non-refundable fee covers essential ID verification and anti-money laundering checks, as required by law.

Agents’ Notes:

Boundaries, Access & Parking:
Boundary positions, access rights and parking arrangements have been provided by the seller, and any land plans shown are for identification purposes only. We have not seen the title deeds or other legal documents, and buyers should confirm exact details and ownership responsibilities with their conveyancer.

Broadband & Mobile Coverage:
Broadband speeds and mobile signal vary by provider and location, and service availability can change over time. Buyers can check current availability and predicted speeds at or via the Ofcom coverage checker.

Digital Photo Enhancement/Virtual Staging:
Some images in this brochure may have been digitally enhanced or virtually staged, for example by adding lighting effects, blue skies, twilight ambience, furniture or décor, to help illustrate how the property could look. These images are only illustrative and do not show the current fixtures, fittings or condition. Always rely on your viewing for an accurate understanding of the property.

Flood Risk:
We’re informed by the seller that the property has not to the best of their knowledge experienced flooding from the brook. Buyers should check the Environment Agency’s online flood-risk maps (or Natural Resources Wales equivalent) and confirm insurability with their conveyancer.

Private Water Supply:
We’re informed by the seller that the property has a private water supply [state source if known – e.g. borehole / spring]. Buyers should confirm maintenance, testing arrangements and water quality with their conveyancer.

Heating Type (Non-Mains):
We’re informed by the seller that the property is heated via [state system]. Buyers should confirm servicing arrangements and running costs.

Thatch / Cob Construction:
We’re informed by the seller that the property includes cob walls and/or a thatched roof. Such construction may have specific maintenance and insurance requirements, and buyers should make their own enquiries before purchase.

Chain Status / Vacant Property:
We’re informed by the seller that the property is intended to be sold with vacant possession. This information was correct at the time of listing but may change prior to sale.

NEWTON ST CYRES is a favoured location for those seeking a village setting with easy access to both Crediton (3 miles) and Exeter (5 miles) via the A377.  For non-drivers, or those wanting to rely less on a car, frequent buses and trains serve both these towns. The centre of the village is formed by thatched cottages many of which are clustered around the pretty ford with its cobbled bridge and is a designated Conservation Area. There are plenty of options to keep busy in and around the village. The Newton St Cyres Arboretum features a huge collection of trees and shrubs, is dog friendly, and a super place for a walk. Access to the arboretum is through the churchyard of the Parish Church of St Cyr and Julitta, a thirteenth century building overlooking the village. There are also several eateries to explore, including The Beer Engine; a renowned real ale micro-brewery equally feted for its good food. This pub is also near the village recreation ground home to the Woodbury & Newton St Cyres cricket teams and Newton St Cyres FC. Not far from the cricket ground is the recently built primary school (OFSTED Good) which also provides wraparound care open to all nursery and school aged children. The school’s personal development and early years care is OFSTED Outstanding.

DIRECTIONS : Use EX5 5BR or the what3words is ///blanks.magnum.tightrope

Entering Newton St Cyres from Crediton, pass the left turn to Sweetham/The Beer Engine and take the next right into West Town Road and follow the road for approx. 500m, the property will be found on your right.