Tipton St. John, Sidmouth, Devon

Description

Once serving as the gardener's cottage for the historic Tipton Lodge, Chestnuts is a stunning period brick home that has been thoughtfully extended and enhanced over the years. Nestled in a picturesque semi-rural setting, the property enjoys breathtaking views to the south and west across the Otter Valley, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking both charm and tranquillity.

Accommodation

The well-proportioned accommodation offers ample living space with further potential for expansion, if desired. At its heart, the open-plan kitchen and family room boasts a dual aspect, oak floorboards, and a cosy inset wood-burning fire. Bi-fold doors open onto a sun terrace, framing delightful vistas of the gardens and rolling countryside beyond. The kitchen is superbly equipped, featuring a central island with quartz work surfaces, modern integrated appliances, and ample storage. A separate utility room at the rear provides additional practicality, in addition to a downstairs cloakroom/WC.

Living Rooms

The main lounge opens onto the front sun terrace through elegant French doors, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. Meanwhile, a second lounge/snug, with its own dual aspect and wood-burning fire, offers a cosy retreat.

First Floor

Upstairs, the first floor comprises three generously sized bedrooms, complemented by a beautifully appointed modern bathroom. The luxurious suite includes a walk-in shower, a freestanding slipper bath, a vanity wash basin, a low-level WC, a ladder radiator, and tasteful tiled flooring.

Outside

Approached via a private drive (partially shared), Chestnuts enjoys a secluded position with ample parking for several vehicles and a double carport. To the side of the garden is a private area of garden with detached studio having light and power, while across the drive are two stables, a feed store, and a separate hay store, complete with a small concrete yard.

Land

The fenced paddocks, dotted with mature trees—including Sweet Chestnuts, Sycamores, and Oaks—offer a parkland-like ambiance, further enhanced by a Tree Preservation Order. The free-draining soil gently slopes westward, leading to a copse area beside the old mill leat. A public footpath runs along this boundary, safely fenced off from the paddocks.

Material Information

Tenure: Freehold. Construction: Brick built Mains services connected: Electric, gas, water and drainage. Council Tax Band F with East Devon District Broadband: Standard, Superfast and Ultrafast are all available, with speeds of up to 1000 mbps. Network: Providers available include O2, Three, Vodafone and EE Parking: Available to the front via a driveway providing ample parking plus car port