A magnificent historic mill building with stylish, contemporary accommodation and delightful gardens plus natural swimming pool. Set in 2.5 acres of land and meadow
Hole Mill is a stunning historic water mill property, set in a picturesque rural position close to the village of Branscombe. The property, which dates from the 17th century, has been recently renovated to provide stylish, contemporary accommodation which compliments the handsome original detailing, including exposed timber beams and stonework.The accommodation extends to 3,000 square feet and includes three ground floor reception rooms and four bedrooms. The main reception is the 25ft sitting room, which welcomes plenty of natural light through its tallwindows and includes wooden flooring and an impressive fireplace with a woodburning stove. There is also a comfortable snug, and a light-filleddining room in the modern extension.The well-proportioned kitchen and breakfast room has modern farmhouse-style units to base and wall level, a central island with a breakfast bar, a split butler sink and a range cooker. Additionally, a second kitchen provides further space for food preparation, or could be used as autility room.The middle level between the ground and first floors has one well-presented double bedroom with built-in storage and an en suite shower room. The first floor provides three further bedrooms, including the generous principalbedroom with its luxury en suite bathroom, featuring a freestanding bathtub and a walk-in shower. The first floor also includes a shower room.Additionally, a second first-floor area accessed via stairs in the dining room leads to a spacious games room with a vaulted ceiling. Together with the dining room, second kitchen and shower room, this area could be used asan annexe, owing to its own private entrance.Garden and groundsThe house is set in delightful gardens and grounds, which include a mill pond and peaceful space in which to relax. There are areas of patio for al fresco dining, as well as lawns, meadows and shaded woodland areas. Astream runs through the grounds, feeding the natural swimming pool, which has an area of timber decking and a wooden jetty. The property is accessed from the road via a lane, which leads to a spacious parking area at the front of the house.
The small village of Branscombe lies in a highly sought-after position on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, between the popular coastal towns of Sidmouth and Seaton. Branscombe has a local pub, a parish church anda primary school, as well as a stunning stretch of beach with a beach café.The charming nearby village of Beer provides various everyday amenities, including local shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as a beautiful, sheltered beach.Four miles away, Sidmouth offers a wealth of amenities such as the high street shops and various restaurants, as well as walks along the popular Regency esplanade and a popular beach. Seaton lies six miles to the east, offering further amenities, shops, supermarkets and leisure facilities.The 250-million-year-old Jurassic Coast provides stunning scenery for walking, cycling and various leisure centres. Its position on the English Channel offers sailing opportunities and other water sports, idea for the summer months.The area is well connected, with Exeter 17 miles to the west and the town of Honiton eight miles north. The A30 is also around eight miles, with the M5 14 miles away.The region boasts plenty of excellent educational facilities, including the outstanding-rated Colyton Grammar School and the independent St. John's School in Sidmouth.