Cottage for sale in Rosemary Cottage Gabwell Hill, Stokeinteignhead, Devon TQ12

Rosemary Cottage is a traditional whitewashed, cob and stone property thought to date back to the 17th century and retaining lovely period features such as the beautiful inglenook fireplace and beam ceilings – A perfect chocolate box cottage in a tranquil setting. As well as the 3 bedroom Cottage, there are 2 individual self-contained units – One, a detached self-contained Cottage Annexe with private garden, ideal as home and income or for a dependent family member, and the other, a handsome timber built unit with private eclosed garden, ideal as a holiday let or for use as a substantial home office. The land is approximately 1.5 acres in size and includes a south westerly facing paddock, various outbuildings, and enjoys the benefit of a small holding licence, the current Vendors having previously reared pigs and lambs. There is also extensive parking, along with a 22’ Garage/Workshop. Please note that a new septic tank has been installed (2024) with drainage field, and is fully compliant.

Enviably positioned in the peaceful village of Stokeinteignhead, the properties are situated less than a mile from the coast, including Maidencombe Beach and the scenic Southwest Coastal Path. A short stroll along a country road dotted with thatched cottages, leads to the village centre where there is a very popular pub, primary School, and village shop selling local produce. Whilst tucked away in an idyllic location, the properties are ideally situated just half an hour away from the city of Exeter and its international airport, with easy access to the M5 motorway for London and beyond

Rosemary Cottage - Accommodation

Covered Entrance Porch

Attractive covered entrance porch with tiled roof and coach light. Wooden panelled front door into:

Reception Lobby

Attractive internal leaded light window. Cupboard housing electric tripswitch consumer unit, gas, and electric meters. Door into:

Living Room (21' 9" x 15' 5" (6.63m x 4.7m))

A triple aspect room featuring Inglenook fireplace with heavy beamed mantel and stone hearth. Adjoining raised stone plinth. T.V. Aerial point. Display alcove. Exposed beams to the ceiling. 2 Windows to front with recessed window seats and slate cills. Window to rear with a view to the garden and field beyond. Window to side. 2 Radiators. Space for dining table and chairs. Stairs to first floor with understairs recess area

Kitchen (18' 4" x 10' 4" (5.59m x 3.15m))

Comprising a range of cream shaker style units with woodblock effect worksurfaces over. Inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink, drainer unit. Matching range of eye-level units. Integrated electric oven and four ring ceramic hob. Tiled walls. Space for fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Plumbing and space for washing machine. Exposed beams to ceiling. Space for dining table and chairs. Flagstone flooring (beneath the carpet). Understairs storage cupboard. Window and stable door to front

First Floor Landing

Window. Access to roof space. Cupboard housing the Ideal gas boiler

Master Bedroom (16' 0" x 12' 0" (4.88m x 3.66m))

A dual aspect room with windows to both the front and rear enjoying a lovely outlook over the surrounding area, garden, and fields beyond. Window seat. Fitted wardrobes. T.V. Aerial point. Character exposed beams to the ceiling. Ledged, braced, and battened door to Bedroom 2

Bedroom 2 (11' 7" x 7' 7" (3.53m x 2.31m))

Two attractive stained glass leaded light internal windows. Window to front overlooking the surrounding countryside. Over stairs window. Doorway opening to staircase with access to the Living Room

Bedroom 3 (10’4” x 6’4” (3.14m x 1.93m))

Window to front with views over the surrounding countryside

Shower Room

Comprising a fully tiled double size shower cubicle with glazed sliding doors and mains pressure shower, Wash basin in vanity unit with storage cupboard under. W.C. Tiled walls. Heated towel rail. Inset spotlights. Extractor fan. Window to side

Self Contained Detached Cottage Annexe

This Devon thatched self-contained cottage Annexe has been generating a healthy income for the current Vendor, as use as a holiday cottage, but the property would be equally ideal as use as an annexe for guests or a dependant family member if required

Open Plan Living/Dining Area & Kitchen (16' 9" x 7' 10" (5.11m x 2.39m))

Living/dining area - Double glazed window overlooking the side courtyard. Electric radiator. Space for small dining table and chairs. Leading through to:

Kitchen area - Comprising a range of units with timber effect worksurfaces over and inset stainless steel sink unit. Tiled splashbacks. Built-in ceramic induction hob with oven beneath, glass splashback and filter over. Under unit space for fridge. T.V. Aerial point. Inset spotlights. Access to loft space. Feature panelled oak doors opening to:

Bedroom (12' 10" x 7' 10" (3.91m x 2.39m))

Two UPVC double glazed windows. Built-in wardrobes. Electric radiator. Door to:

En-Suite Shower Room

Comprising a large, tiled shower cubicle with sliding glazed door and shower unit, Wash basin in vanity unit with storage cupboards beneath. W.C. Tiled walls. Ladder style electric towel rail/radiator. Extractor fans

Private Garden

Level lawned and enclosed garden with space for garden furniture for outdoor dining. Tranquil views are enjoyed over the paddock and surrounding countryside

The Stables

An attractive detached timber building with its own private, enclosed garden area enjoying views over the adjoining fields and surrounding countryside.

The unit has been used as a successful holiday let but could also be used as a large home office

Living Room/Kitchen

Wood panelling to walls and ceiling. Lights. UPVC windows to front with views over the surrounding fields and countryside. Worktop with inset sink, drainer unit and shaker style storage cupboards beneath. Panelled splashback. Hob with extractor hood above and oven beneath. Space for undercounter fridge. UPVC high level window

Double Bedroom

UPVC double glazed window. Attractive wooden panelled walls and ceiling

Shower Room -

Large fully panelled walk-in shower cubicle with shower and glazed door. Combination vanity unit with wash basin, storage cupboard and W.C. Panelled walls. Light/shaver point

Private Enclosed Garden

The Stables enjoys the benefit of a private enclosed garden with ample space for garden furniture to dine alfresco and also enjoy tranquil views over the fields and surrounding countryside

Garden, Land, Parking & Outbuildings

Rosemary Cottage, the Detached Cottage Annexe and The Lodge enjoy approximately 1.5 Acres of land. To the rear of Rosemary Cottage, there is a lawned garden with large timber pergola and decking for garden furniture to sit and take in the beautiful countryside. Gated access leads to the side with a good size slate paved terrace continuing around to the front.

Parking area for several vehicles, motorhome or horse-box.

Garage/workshop 22’10” x 14’11” (7.0m x 4.6m) with W.C., power and light.

A 5-bar gate leads to:

The main South Westerly facing paddock is 1.5 acres in size, laid to lawn and fully enclosed with stock fencing. The paddock offers superb potential for either equestrian/sheep/pigs/goats/chickens as a small holding (our current Vendor has a holding number), or for the growing of fruit and vegetables.

Polycarbonate greenhouse 15’7” x 11’9” (4.8m x 3.6m) Power.

Raised vegetable bed

Barn – 18’3” x 18’ (5.6m x 5.5m) Hardcore floor, power, and light.

Workshop – 18’ x 9’8” (5.5m x 3m) Concrete floor, power, and light. Workbench and shelving.

Shed 21’6” x 10’2” (6.6m x 3.1m) Part timber, part concrete floor. Twin opening doors. Side door. Power and light.

Covered area 18’3” x 11’1” (5.6m x 3.4m) Power and light

Additional Information

Tenure - Freehold

Council tax - Band F (Teignbridge Council)

New septic tank has been installed (2024) with drainage field, all fully compliant