Large Grade II thatched home with stunning countryside views and extensive gardens.
Grade II listed thatched cottage—recently rethatched in 2025
Penruddocke Cottage is a spacious Grade II listed thatched home blending historic character with generous modern living. Recently rethatched (2025) and extended by a noted architect, the house offers large reception rooms, a bespoke limestone‑floored kitchen with a bay window, and principal bedrooms with en suites — all set within a very large, south‑facing garden with fine countryside views.
The layout suits a family seeking countryside living: a substantial sitting room with views, a dining room with inglenook and bread oven, utility and workshop space, and a double‑ended garage with direct internal access. Practical additions include an EV charging point, greenhouse, children’s play area and a productive kitchen garden. The property totals about 3,000–3,300 sq ft across multiple storeys on a roughly 0.34 acre plot.
Buyers should note material constraints. The Grade II listing will affect alterations and may complicate upgrades. Services are largely private (private water and drainage), heating is oil‑fired, and the range/stove uses LPG; these factors may influence running costs and insurance. The house sits in a rural hamlet with medium flood risk and falls into a high council tax band (G).
Overall, this is a characterful, unusually large thatched cottage that will appeal to families or buyers seeking a blend of period charm and generous living space in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty — provided they are comfortable with listed‑building responsibilities and some non‑standard services.