Summary - ORCHARD COTTAGE THE VILLAGE WEMBWORTHY CHULMLEIGH EX18 7RZ
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Grade II thatched cottage with barn, separate garden and strong rural character.
Grade II listed thatched cottage — character and conservation restrictions apply
Re-thatched within last four years — recent thatch maintenance completed
Three bedrooms, two reception rooms — flexible family or home-working layout
Detached two-storey barn — storage or conversion potential (consent needed)
Separate 0.13-acre garden — productive fruit trees and vegetable beds
Suntrap courtyard garden and off-road parking — private outdoor space
Single bathroom for three bedrooms — may require upgrading for some buyers
Very slow broadband and limited mobile signal — consider satellite or alternatives
Orchard Cottage is a Grade II listed thatched cottage offering generous living space and period character in a quiet Devon hamlet. Re-thatched within the last four years, the house retains original stone and cob construction, exposed beams and a cosy sitting room with a multi-fuel stove. Three bedrooms and two separate reception rooms give flexibility for family life, home working or guest accommodation.
Externally the property includes useful off-road parking, a detached two-storey barn suited to storage, hobbies or conversion subject to consent, and a sun-trap courtyard garden for private outdoor living. A separate detached garden of approximately 0.13 acres is included — currently productive with fruit trees and vegetable beds and ideal for gardening enthusiasts or small-scale growing.
Buyers should note the property’s listed status: repairs, alterations and even works to the thatch or barn will require listed-building consent and may limit some changes. Services are basic — mains gas, electric, water and drainage are connected, but broadband speeds are very slow (circa 3 Mbps) and mobile coverage is limited; satellite or alternative internet solutions may be needed. There is a single bathroom for three bedrooms and any purchaser should commission a survey to confirm construction details (stone/cob) and maintenance needs.
This cottage will suit buyers seeking rural character and space: families wanting village life, those downsizing from larger houses but still needing separate rooms, or buyers looking for a character property with garden and barn potential. If you value authenticity, outdoor space and a peaceful setting, Orchard Cottage offers a rare, characterful base in remoter North-mid Devon.
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