SITUATION The Stables forms a highly distinctive part of the prestigious Creedy Park Estate, enjoying a peaceful and picturesque setting between the sought-after village of Sandford and the historic market town of Crediton, surrounded by unspoilt Devon countryside.
Sandford offers an excellent range of village amenities including a parish church, highly regarded primary school and pre-school, community post office and shop, two inns, a garage and the well-known Sandford Cricket Club, set within the grounds of Creedy Park.
Crediton, approximately half a mile to the south, provides a comprehensive range of facilities while retaining its historic character, including a magnificent parish church, independent shops, supermarkets, leisure facilities, golf club, library and excellent schooling, notably Queen Elizabeth's School.
The cathedral city of Exeter lies approximately nine miles away and offers an extensive range of cultural, educational and commercial facilities, including theatres, museums, shopping and dining, together with the highly regarded Exeter University. Nearby there are excellent transport links onto the A30 and M5 along with rail links at Exeter St David's and the Tarka line from Crediton.
DESCRIPTION The Stables is a delightful four bedroom property with the added bonus of a three room annex across the courtyard, lending itself to a number of uses including additional accommodation, home office or as a creative studio. The property also comes with an allotted parking space, garage and an allotment. Forming part of the prestigious Creedy House, formerly the country estate of the Ferguson Davie family, the original house was thoughtfully divided in the 1970s to create a small collection of exclusive private residences. The property retains many charming original features and has been sensitively converted and combining period charm with modern comfort.
ACCOMMODATION Accessed via attractive cast iron gates, the property opens into a charming and secluded cobbled courtyard, providing a wonderful sense of privacy and character from the outset. A traditional stable door leads into the welcoming inner hallway, from which the principal reception rooms are accessed.
The kitchen/dining room enjoys windows to both the front and rear elevations, allowing for an abundance of natural light throughout the day. Thoughtfully arranged, the room offers ample space for a substantial farmhouse-style dining table and chairs, whilst the bright galley kitchen is fitted with a range of integrated appliances and generous storage.
Adjoining the kitchen is the spacious L-shaped sitting room with plenty of built in storage. The reception room has windows overlooking the front aspect of the property and French doors that open directly onto the beautiful enclosed courtyard, creating an excellent connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces. A wood-burning stove provides a cosy focal point during the cooler months. The ground floor accommodation is completed by a useful shower room with WC.
A wooden staircase rises to the first floor, where there are three well-proportioned double bedrooms together with a comfortable single bedroom, currently utilised as a study. Two of the bedrooms have generous storage cupboards built in. Serving the bedrooms is the family bathroom, which benefits from underfloor heating.
INNER COURTYARD AND GARAGE The property benefits from a secluded, cobbled inner courtyard linking the house to the three room annex. The annex is currently utilised as a garden room, hallway with WC along with a former music room. \the courtyard is a perfect place to entertain in the summer evenings with French doors leading directly out from the living room. With the metal gates closed, it proves a secure courtyard for dogs and children alike. There is an allotted parking space and garage available with the property just up from the house in a pretty courtyard.
ALLOTMENT AND COMMUNIAL GROUNDS The designated double allotment is positioned in a sheltered, south-facing area to the rear of the garages and is a gardener's delight.
To the north of the property lie approximately 12 acres of beautifully maintained communal grounds and woodland known as The Rookery. These shared grounds include a small orchard, an open glade and a network of meandering paths, set amongst spring bulbs, rhododendrons and a well-established mix of native and exotic trees and shrubs, creating an attractive environment for both residents and wildlife throughout the year.
SERVICES Mains: Gas, electricity, water (not metered), and telephone
Heating: Gas fired central heating / wood burner
Drainage: Private - septic tank, servicing 10 properties on site and located in adjacent field; emptied annually (part of the maintenance cost)
Monthly maintenance cost - £73.53 for the communal grounds
Mid Devon Council Tax - Band E
Broadband: EE Fibre Fast
Mobile: EE Good
AGENT'S NOTE There is a small section of the property that has a flying freehold for maintenance of neighbouring properties. Please speak to the agent if you require any further information.
DIRECTIONS From Crediton proceed north towards Sandford and after half a mile turn right into the driveway for Creedy Park. Pass the cricket pitch on the right and follow the road round to the right. On approaching the main house, turn left through the archway and park immediately on the left.
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