6 bedroom house
Dalwood, Axminster, Devon, EX13 7EA
Guide Price
£1,200,000
Residential Tags: Farmhouse, Grade II
Property Tags: Equestrian, Holiday Cottage, Traditional Buildings
Land Tags: Paddock
Summary Details
- First Marketed: Oct 2021
- Removed: Dec 2021
- Residential Tags: Farmhouse, Grade II
- Property Tags: Equestrian, Holiday Cottage, Traditional Buildings
- Land Tags: Paddock
A stunning late-Georgian farmhouse located on the village edge with a separate 2-bedroom cottage, extensive range of outbuildings and paddock.
The Property.
Lea Cross must be one of the most attractive residences in the locality and this coupled with its situation, only a mile or so from Dalwood, makes it an exceptionally appealing home indeed. Dating from the late Georgian period, this Grade II Listed property has a particularly pleasing front façade with its shuttered first floor windows and beautiful glazed veranda. The property is traditionally built principally under a thatched roof, however, also incorporates mellow tile and traditional slate.
The principal residence of Lea Cross has been imaginatively extended over the years, incorporating several outbuildings and using oak and glass, therefore parts of the property have a contemporary feel, a feature that blends in exceedingly well with the elegant ambience of the original residence. The accommodation is light and extremely well presented having been the subject of a recent thorough programme of refurbishment, and has a sunny southerly aspect enjoying views from the principal rooms over the delightful gardens and grounds to the farmland beyond.
Champerty Cottage, which adjoins the main residence, is a beautifully presented and very well-appointed 2-bedroom cottage which is currently let out on a holiday basis and provides a useful income and gains excellent reviews. It could also be used as an annexe to the main residence making Lea Cross ideal for large or extended families and multi-generational living. It has been recently refurbished and has generous accommodation and its own private courtyard garden and circular lawn.
Gardens, Grounds and Outbuildings.
The property is approached from the lane to a higher courtyard where there is parking for a number of vehicles, leading to a lower courtyard where there is further extensive parking. Adjacent to this is the stabling which comprises four boxes, next to which is a further two storey stone and tiled building. There is currently a planning application in for the conversion of this building to provide a gym/studio/home office. Besides it is an open fronted former cart shed. At the higher courtyard there is a range of attractive single storey thatched outbuildings which are currently used as a wood and implement stores. There is also an open fronted Nissen hut (35'10'' x 18'2''), whilst to the rear is an old stone former piggery (in need of repair - 15'11'' x 13' 11'') and a stone potting shed. Beyond the courtyard is the paddock.
The formal gardens lie primarily to the front of the property and are laid to areas of lawn. There are colourful herbaceous borders and a front terrace partly enclosed by the glazed veranda. The gardens are beautifully presented and create a delightful setting for the house. To the southeast is a large and productive kitchen garden and there is a planning application in to create a swimming pool (approx. 12m x 5m), outdoor kitchen and terrace in this area. In all the grounds extend to approximately 2.28 acres.
Situation.
Lea Cross is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in a rural location, just outside the much sought-after village of Dalwood. The property is set within its own private gardens which extend to about 2 ¼ acres and are profusely stocked creating a most appealing and apt setting and there are delightful rural walks close at hand over a myriad of footpaths. The village of Dalwood is about 1 mile away and offers a range of amenities including the popular Tuckers Arms public house, ancient Church of St Peter's, village hall and community run shop and post office. Kilmington is also close at hand (about 2 miles) where there is a popular farm shop, garage, pubs and primary school.
Dalwood lies approximately midway between the market towns of Honiton and Axminster. Both towns offer a wide range of amenities such as schools, banks, supermarkets, sporting facilities etc, as well as many independent shops and galleries. They both also have main line rail links to London Waterloo.
The beautiful World Heritage Jurassic Coastline at Lyme Bay is a short drive away with the town of Lyme Regis being about 9 miles distant. Lyme Regis has a famous harbour including The Cobb and a very good range of independent shops and eateries which include The Oyster and Fish House, owned by the renowned chef Mark Hix.
Colyton Grammar School, one of England's top mixed state schools, is situated about 7 miles south of the property. The Cathedral City of Exeter is about 25 miles to the west with excellent shopping facilities, main line rail link to London (Paddington), M5 access and international airport.
Directions:
From our office in Honiton High Street, proceed on the A35 Axminster Road and follow this for approximately 5 miles, turning left just past the Starbucks and Shute Garage. Turn first right signposted Dalwood and follow this lane to the 'T' Junction turning right at the junction to Studhayes and Lea Cross will be found about 75 yards down this lane on your left hand side.
Marketed by: Humberts, Honiton
The Property.
Lea Cross must be one of the most attractive residences in the locality and this coupled with its situation, only a mile or so from Dalwood, makes it an exceptionally appealing home indeed. Dating from the late Georgian period, this Grade II Listed property has a particularly pleasing front façade with its shuttered first floor windows and beautiful glazed veranda. The property is traditionally built principally under a thatched roof, however, also incorporates mellow tile and traditional slate.
The principal residence of Lea Cross has been imaginatively extended over the years, incorporating several outbuildings and using oak and glass, therefore parts of the property have a contemporary feel, a feature that blends in exceedingly well with the elegant ambience of the original residence. The accommodation is light and extremely well presented having been the subject of a recent thorough programme of refurbishment, and has a sunny southerly aspect enjoying views from the principal rooms over the delightful gardens and grounds to the farmland beyond.
Champerty Cottage, which adjoins the main residence, is a beautifully presented and very well-appointed 2-bedroom cottage which is currently let out on a holiday basis and provides a useful income and gains excellent reviews. It could also be used as an annexe to the main residence making Lea Cross ideal for large or extended families and multi-generational living. It has been recently refurbished and has generous accommodation and its own private courtyard garden and circular lawn.
Gardens, Grounds and Outbuildings.
The property is approached from the lane to a higher courtyard where there is parking for a number of vehicles, leading to a lower courtyard where there is further extensive parking. Adjacent to this is the stabling which comprises four boxes, next to which is a further two storey stone and tiled building. There is currently a planning application in for the conversion of this building to provide a gym/studio/home office. Besides it is an open fronted former cart shed. At the higher courtyard there is a range of attractive single storey thatched outbuildings which are currently used as a wood and implement stores. There is also an open fronted Nissen hut (35'10'' x 18'2''), whilst to the rear is an old stone former piggery (in need of repair - 15'11'' x 13' 11'') and a stone potting shed. Beyond the courtyard is the paddock.
The formal gardens lie primarily to the front of the property and are laid to areas of lawn. There are colourful herbaceous borders and a front terrace partly enclosed by the glazed veranda. The gardens are beautifully presented and create a delightful setting for the house. To the southeast is a large and productive kitchen garden and there is a planning application in to create a swimming pool (approx. 12m x 5m), outdoor kitchen and terrace in this area. In all the grounds extend to approximately 2.28 acres.
Situation.
Lea Cross is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in a rural location, just outside the much sought-after village of Dalwood. The property is set within its own private gardens which extend to about 2 ¼ acres and are profusely stocked creating a most appealing and apt setting and there are delightful rural walks close at hand over a myriad of footpaths. The village of Dalwood is about 1 mile away and offers a range of amenities including the popular Tuckers Arms public house, ancient Church of St Peter's, village hall and community run shop and post office. Kilmington is also close at hand (about 2 miles) where there is a popular farm shop, garage, pubs and primary school.
Dalwood lies approximately midway between the market towns of Honiton and Axminster. Both towns offer a wide range of amenities such as schools, banks, supermarkets, sporting facilities etc, as well as many independent shops and galleries. They both also have main line rail links to London Waterloo.
The beautiful World Heritage Jurassic Coastline at Lyme Bay is a short drive away with the town of Lyme Regis being about 9 miles distant. Lyme Regis has a famous harbour including The Cobb and a very good range of independent shops and eateries which include The Oyster and Fish House, owned by the renowned chef Mark Hix.
Colyton Grammar School, one of England's top mixed state schools, is situated about 7 miles south of the property. The Cathedral City of Exeter is about 25 miles to the west with excellent shopping facilities, main line rail link to London (Paddington), M5 access and international airport.
Directions:
From our office in Honiton High Street, proceed on the A35 Axminster Road and follow this for approximately 5 miles, turning left just past the Starbucks and Shute Garage. Turn first right signposted Dalwood and follow this lane to the 'T' Junction turning right at the junction to Studhayes and Lea Cross will be found about 75 yards down this lane on your left hand side.
Marketed by: Humberts, Honiton
Land Registry Data
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