Middlewood, Cockwood, Dawlish

This home has been well maintained and developed by the current owner, who has invested a lot of money and love into the home. The front of the property has been completely re-rendered, and new windows fitted to the front. A new bathroom has been installed, and the small flat roof replaced. The kitchen has been refurbished, and the chimney has been relined with a double wall stainless steel chimney liner and is regularly swept. The gas central heating was replaced in 2017 and is regularly serviced. A new detached cabin, replacing the existing building, was built in 2021. This is completely detached from the main house and accessible via a private driveway, across an established right of way. This modern building has a large living space and kitchen, a large double bedroom, a shower room with composting toilet, its own entrance porch and decking with incredible views across to the Exe estuary and beyond. The cabin is also completely double-glazed and has a lot of potential uses, subject to any necessary permissions.

This home is set on a quiet road in the heart of Cockwood Village, within a short walk of the harbour and the local pubs. Cockwood offers a village lifestyle with easy access to Starcross, Dawlish Warren, Dawlish, and Exeter. Both buses and trains are within walking distance of the property, as is the Exe Estuary trail for cycling and walking, Dawlish Warren Nature Reserve, beaches and Powderham Castle. The village has a great primary school, and pupils access secondary schools in Dawlish, Exeter and the grammar schools in Torquay for their secondary education. The local area has a wide range of established social and interest groups for all ages; churches, beaches, bars, and cafés.

To the front, is a parking space and a newly built log store. Two flower beds are set either side of the wooden front door, which is complete with a bullseye window.

Entrance Hall: The hallway's walls are lined with painted wooden panelling, completed with wood-effect laminate flooring; creating both a welcoming and practical, easy-clean, welcoming space. A double radiator  is fitted as well as a wall light.

Lounge: The focal point in this large room is the original inglenook fireplace complete with stone hearth and log burner, framed by the original wooden lintel. The two windows are each fitted with wooden window seats which can also be used for display. A double radiator is also installed to keep the chill off, if you don't want to light the fire. The stairs to the first floor are behind a wooden ledged and braced door. The staircase spirals to the right, leading you to the first floor.

Kitchen / Dining Room: The kitchen has been updated with a range of base and wall cabinets in a neutral Shaker style. New tiled splashbacks and wood-effect worktops, in keeping with the cottage setting, have also recently been installed. There is space for an electric freestanding cooker, a space for a fridge freezer and plumbing for a washing machine. The 1½ bowl sink unit overlooks the courtyard garden and up towards the terraced gardens. The room has laminated wooden flooring laid, and a door leads to the rear lobby, WC and bedrooms.

Rear Lobby: The lobby leads to the WC, bathroom, bedrooms and out the courtyard garden. It has laminate wooden floor and contains the airing cupboard, where the combi central heating boiler is. This was replaced in 2017 and has been regularly serviced.

WC: The W.C. with washbasin is in its own room, making it accessible to guests.

Bathroom: The new bathroom suite is made up of a panelled bath with a fitted shower and glass screen. There is also a basin with storage below. Modern textured wall tiles have been professionally installed, as is the Velux window.

Bedroom 2: This large private room is accessed via three steps and is lit by two Velux windows. A double radiator is installed. The room has recently been re-carpeted.

Bedroom 3: A double-glazed window looks out over the rear courtyard garden and a recessed wardrobe is fitted. A double radiator is fitted.

First Floor Landing: At the top of the spiralling staircase is a short corridor leading to:

Bedroom 1: A large master bedroom with a fitted wardrobe with curtains across. A double-glazed window to the front and a door to bedroom 4.

Bedroom 4: With its link door to the master bedroom, this room lends itself to use as a dressing room, nursery, bedroom, or office, whichever fits in with your needs. A window overlooks the front and a double radiator is installed.

Shower Room: This en-suite to the master bedroom has a second door to the first-floor landing.  A shower cubicle with wall tiles, has an electric shower fitted. A wash basin and W.C. complete the room. A double radiator is installed. Natural light comes through a Velux window.

Outside: The back door opens onto a gravelled courtyard garden. Steps lead you through the garden's terraces to the rear gate. Terraces are established with flower beds, rockeries and lawned areas. The views over the valley and Exe get more and more amazing as you move through the garden. At the top of the steps, you reach the rear gate through which you access the upper garden, a largely level space. This can also be accessed on foot or by vehicles, via a private gate. A large garage space has been effectively adapted with glazed door and windows, creating a home workshop, where the current owner runs a successful business from.

The large top garden provides the potential for self-sufficiency. The gardens are developed with a Poly Tunnel, a potting shed, a storage shed, flower and growing beds as well as a large lawned area, all enclosed by an established hedge row. The space could be enjoyed as it is or developed further to grow more of your own produce.

A large cabin was rebuilt in 2021. This replaced an old existing one. This one-bedroom unit is modern and has the most stunning views of the Exe estuary. Bi-fold doors enable you to enjoy the views from inside and open onto the decking. The cabin has a large open-plan living space, a large bedroom with a fitted wardrobe, a shower room, complete with handbasin and composting toilet. This could be used as additional family space,  a place for family, friends or alternatively, an art studio, yoga studio, or other home business. Subject to necessary permissions.
                                                                                    Viewings are highly recommended.