Summary - THE OLD FORGE CLYST HYDON CULLOMPTON EX15 2ND
3 bed 1 bath Detached
Picturesque rural home with large gardens, three receptions and scope to modernise.
Grade II listed thatched cottage with strong period character
Large, well-stocked cottage-style gardens and secluded patios
Three bedrooms, three reception rooms; circa 869 sq ft
Single bathroom only; requires modernisation in places
Thatched roof and oil heating — higher insurance/maintenance costs
Private drainage (septic) and medium flood risk — specialist checks advised
Huge plot offers extension/garden potential but needs upkeep
Sold freehold and chain free
This Grade II listed thatched cottage sits in the rural hamlet of Clyst Hydon, offering plenty of period charm across three bedrooms and three reception rooms. The house benefits from extensive, cottage-style gardens, private drainage and oil-fired central heating; it is sold freehold and chain free.
The interior retains character features — exposed timbers, a window seat and a fireplace with brick arch — but much of the decoration and some fittings are dated and will require updating. Ceiling heights are generally low and the single bathroom serves the entire house. The property totals about 869 sq ft and presents sensible scope for sympathetic refurbishment rather than wholesale reconstruction.
Buyers should note practical constraints: the Grade II listed status will limit changes and can complicate permissions and maintenance, and the thatched roof and oil heating affect insurance and running costs. There is a recorded medium flood risk; prospective purchasers should obtain specialist advice. The very large plot and mature borders are a major asset but will need ongoing upkeep.
For families seeking a characterful village home near good primary schools and community amenities, this cottage offers a rare combination of setting and scope. For renovators and those experienced with listed houses, it provides clear potential to enhance living space and value while preserving historic features.
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