- For Sale
- Guide price 1,850,000 GBP
- Build Size: 4,860 ft2
- Land Size: 4,860 ft2
- Bedroom: 5
- Bathroom: 3
A stunning detached country house set in 2.96 acres with outbuildings, in a sought-after position on the edge of West Hill.
Cuckoo Down is a highly attractive detached house with outbuildings and extensive grounds, set in a sought-after position on the edge of the village of West Hill. The property features red brick and partially timber-clad elevations, while inside there are five bedrooms and light, airy open-plan living with views across the surrounding fields.The main living and entertaining area is the 34ft open-plan kitchen, sitting area and dining area. It features wooden flooring, a vaulted, timber-clad ceiling and bi-fold doors opening onto the sun terrace. The seating area has a woodburning stove, while there is also space for a large family dining table.The Kitchen itself has walnut worktops and a generously proportioned central island with a breakfast bar. There are also integrated appliances including Nef dual ovens, an induction hob and an American-style fridge/freezer and microwave. The kitchen also benefits from a walk-in pantry, while the utility room provides further space for appliances and home storage.Additionally, the ground floor features a study/snug for home working plus a well-proportioned main bedroom with French doors opening onto the garden with its dressing room and an en-suite bath and shower room. Plus a large downstairs shower room with walk-in shower.Upstairs there are a further four double bedrooms, one of which has its own dressing room. The first floor also has a family bathroom with a bathtub and a separate corner shower unit.
The village of West Hill lies two miles southwest of the charming Devon town of Ottery St Mary, surrounded by beautiful rolling Devon countryside. West Hill has a village store, a post office and an outstanding-rated primary school, while most of the necessary everyday amenities can be found in Ottery St Mary, including a variety of shops, restaurants and cafés, a supermarket and a good selection of schools.The area is ideal for those with a love for the great outdoors, with the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on its doorstep, providing a wealth of outstanding walking, cycling and riding routes. The coast and the renowned Southwest Coastal Path is within easy reach, as are several excellent beaches. Golf is available nearby at Sidmouth and Honiton, as well as Woodbury Park.The A30 runs nearby, offering easy access to the city of Exeter and the M5, while the stunning Devon coastline and the popular seaside towns of Sidmouth and Exmouth are within easy reach. For schooling, West Hill itself has a primary school, rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted. Ottery St. Mary provides further schooling, including the 'outstanding' secondary The King's School, while there are also several excellent schools in the surrounding area, including the independent St. John's School in Sidmouth. Distances: Ottery St. Mary town centre 2.2 miles, Whimple station 4.8 miles (18 minutes to Exeter St. David's), Exeter Airport 6.5 miles (1 hour to London City Airport), M5 Junction 29 8.0 miles, Exeter city centre 11.0 miles, Exeter St. David's station 12.1 miles (2 hours to London Paddington) (All distances and time are approximate).
Cuckoo Down is a highly attractive detached house with outbuildings and extensive grounds, set in a sought-after position on the edge of the village of West Hill. The property features red brick and partially timber-clad elevations, while inside there are five bedrooms and light, airy open-plan living with views across the surrounding fields.The main living and entertaining area is the 34ft open-plan kitchen, sitting area and dining area. It features wooden flooring, a vaulted, timber-clad ceiling and bi-fold doors opening onto the sun terrace. The seating area has a woodburning stove, while there is also space for a large family dining table.The Kitchen itself has walnut worktops and a generously proportioned central island with a breakfast bar. There are also integrated appliances including Nef dual ovens, an induction hob and an American-style fridge/freezer and microwave. The kitchen also benefits from a walk-in pantry, while the utility room provides further space for appliances and home storage.Additionally, the ground floor features a study/snug for home working plus a well-proportioned main bedroom with French doors opening onto the garden with its dressing room and an en-suite bath and shower room. Plus a large downstairs shower room with walk-in shower.Upstairs there are a further four double bedrooms, one of which has its own dressing room. The first floor also has a family bathroom with a bathtub and a separate corner shower unit.
The village of West Hill lies two miles southwest of the charming Devon town of Ottery St Mary, surrounded by beautiful rolling Devon countryside. West Hill has a village store, a post office and an outstanding-rated primary school, while most of the necessary everyday amenities can be found in Ottery St Mary, including a variety of shops, restaurants and cafés, a supermarket and a good selection of schools.The area is ideal for those with a love for the great outdoors, with the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on its doorstep, providing a wealth of outstanding walking, cycling and riding routes. The coast and the renowned Southwest Coastal Path is within easy reach, as are several excellent beaches. Golf is available nearby at Sidmouth and Honiton, as well as Woodbury Park.The A30 runs nearby, offering easy access to the city of Exeter and the M5, while the stunning Devon coastline and the popular seaside towns of Sidmouth and Exmouth are within easy reach. For schooling, West Hill itself has a primary school, rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted. Ottery St. Mary provides further schooling, including the 'outstanding' secondary The King's School, while there are also several excellent schools in the surrounding area, including the independent St. John's School in Sidmouth. Distances: Ottery St. Mary town centre 2.2 miles, Whimple station 4.8 miles (18 minutes to Exeter St. David's), Exeter Airport 6.5 miles (1 hour to London City Airport), M5 Junction 29 8.0 miles, Exeter city centre 11.0 miles, Exeter St. David's station 12.1 miles (2 hours to London Paddington) (All distances and time are approximate).
