Previously belonging to Lord Clintons Estate, Copplestone Cottage is a 17th century, Grade II Listed detached, thatched 2/3 bedroomed cottage. Built of traditional construction with rendered colour washed exterior elevations, its roof is principally of water reed thatch. A gem of its kind, the cottage carries a quiet, distinctive charm, and sits unspoilt in delightful gardens enjoying an elevated position, with fantastic views of the surrounding countryside.
Carved into the hillside this quaint property has many characterful features; some fine examples include exposed beams, an inglenook fireplace, beehive oven, multi-fuel stove and window seats to the sitting room and dining room areas. There is also a study area and downstairs toilet and tile shower room.The cottage style kitchen with its narrow boat touches is fitted with a Rangemaster cooker, dishwasher, integrated fridge and it has a seated breakfast area. From this room there is access into the garden. Both the bedrooms upstairs are spacious and peaceful with splendid views of the garden. They are set well apart from each other with a good sized bathroom between them. Scandinavian inspired, this room doubles to provide a fitted laundry as well as a bathroom.
On either side of the central 2 bedroom cottage are 2 useful spaces. At one side is a highly useful workshop/store room. On the other side is the old stable, which has been beautifully converted to Rosie, a self-contained bohemian style double bedroom with its own separate entrance, vaulted ceiling study and raised sleeping area. It even has an outside rustic toilet and shower. With glamping becoming so popular these days, Rosie could well become an Air BNB income opportunity for short stay holiday lets. Its uses are endless.
The property is approached from the lane over a gravelled driveway which provides parking for several vehicles and gives access to an open car port. The gardens lie to the rear and have been well manicured and beautifully tendered over the years. Areas of lawn sweep through heavily planted and well established shrub beds, which provide a huge amount of colour and interest.
There are wonderful views and seating areas throughout the grounds.
Winding up to the top of the garden is a thatched gazebo (from the Julian Christian collection) which has power, lighting and heating and serves as a wonderful al-fresco dining room seating up to 8. From here there are panoramic views across the gardens to the valley beyond.
There are numerous possibilities to further grow this property adding to its uniqueness, for example if forgoing the workshop space this could be incorporated into the kitchen to create a large living kitchen. In summary, Copplestone Cottage will appeal to those seeking a characterful, well-loved cottage that has the charm, versatility and atmosphere that makes it a truly rare find.
SITUATION
Copplestone Cottage is situated on the edge of the village of Colaton Raleigh, and nestles in some of East Devons most attractive countryside between the Regency coastal towns of Sidmouth and Budleigh Salterton. Colaton Raleigh has a small but active village community and has the Otter Inn public house, shop and pretty church of St John the Baptist. It lies approximately 4½ miles inland from the coast which is a World Heritage site known as the Jurassic Coast. There are fabulous country and coastal walks in the near vicinity, which include the south West Peninsular Coastal Path which stretches the whole of the East Devon coastline and form which beautiful views can be gained.
Budleigh Salterton is some 4 miles to the south and is a very popular seaside resort with wide pebble beach and gentile air. It has an attractive range of shops, eating and drinking hostelries and hosts a wealth of literary and musical events. The popular town of Sidmouth is about 6 miles away and besides a range of independent shops and boutiques, has its own theatre, cinema, swimming pool and a cricket pitch overlooking the sea! The vibrant university city of Exeter is some 13 miles away and with its excellent shopping centre, theatres, cinemas, mainline rail link to London (Waterloo and Paddington), international airport and M5 access.
SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Oil fired central heating. Drainage to septic tank. Council Tax Band D. No EPC required
DIRECTIONS
Leave Budleigh Salterton on the East Budleigh Road travelling in the direction of Newton Poppleford.Travel down the hill into Colaton Raleigh, past the Otter Inn on the right.Continue past Church Road on the right and, after a short distance, take the next turning to the left into Hawkerland Road.After passing Hardys Court on the left, take the next turning left into Copplestone Lane (no street sign).Copplestone Cottage will be on the left hand side.
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