Oakfordbridge, Bampton, Devon

A charming, semi-detached period cottage with grounds bordered by a stream, tucked away in a beautiful, south facing position on the edge of a peaceful hamlet in the picturesque Exe Valley.

Hamslade Cottage occupies a beautiful and peaceful setting, tucked away on the edge of the pretty hamlet of Oakfordbridge. The small country town of Bampton lies a few miles away, offering a good range of amenities including independent shops, pubs, a primary school, doctors’ surgery and a 15th-century church. Tiverton, approximately 7 miles away, provides an excellent choice of shopping, recreational and educational facilities, including Blundell’s School. There is also convenient access via dual carriageway to the M5 and Tiverton Parkway station, with regular mainline services to London Paddington in around two hours. The surrounding area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, with Exmoor National Park approximately 6 miles to the north.

Hamslade Cottage is a charming semi-detached Victorian cottage, believed to date from 1887, constructed of stone beneath a tiled roof and enjoying a southerly outlook to the front. Set within secluded grounds, the property offers well-presented and flexible accommodation, retaining a wealth of period character including original pine doors, tiled and wooden flooring, window shutters and Victorian fireplaces.

The ground floor features a light and airy conservatory with doors opening onto a covered decked seating area, enjoying a delightful backdrop of stream and woodland. The sitting room has a stone fireplace housing a woodburning stove, while the dining room benefits from an electric Aga. Steps lead down to the kitchen, fitted with a range of units, ceramic sink and oven with hob, together with space for an American-style fridge freezer. A useful utility room provides a further sink and plumbing for appliances A rear hallway leads to a pantry, WC and fourth bedroom/studio, which has roof lights and a door opening onto the decked seating area.

On the first floor, there are three bedrooms, the principle bedroom enjoys the luxury of a roll top bath and there is also a family shower room.

The gardens and grounds are a particular feature, providing a wonderfully secluded setting bordered by a stream and surrounded by woodland and farmland. To the front, a driveway offers ample parking for several vehicles. To the rear, accessed from the sitting room, a delightful covered decked area provides an ideal space for outdoor dining and relaxation, with a separate covered area for a hot tub.

Further features include a summer house set within its own enclosed garden, with light, power and a pull-down bed, together with a garden store and log store. The property is approached from the lane via a driveway and five-bar gate.

Please note: The neighbouring property, Hamslade Farm, has a right of access over the driveway to a neighbouring field.

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax: Band D

Services: Mains electricity and water. Propane gas-fired central heating. Drainage via a septic tank shared with the neighbouring property.