5 bedroom detached house for sale

Step into storybook charm with this enchanting five-bedroom detached Grade II listed thatched cottage, nestled in the heart of the countryside. Brimming with character and timeless appeal, this beautifully preserved home blends rustic elegance with modern comforts, offering an idyllic retreat for families, weekend escapes, or those seeking a slower pace of life.


Discover the charm of countryside living with this stunning five-bedroom grade II listed thatched cottage, brimming with character and timeless appeal. Nestled in a peaceful rural setting, the property blends traditional features—like exposed beams, original fireplaces, and a thatched roof—with modern comforts. The spacious interior includes a welcoming country kitchen, cozy living areas with wood-burning stoves, and generously sized bedrooms filled with natural light. Other highlights include the games room/office which enjoys plumbing facilities to double as a utility room.

Outside, the beautifully landscaped southerly aspect garden offers a private oasis with mature trees, vibrant borders, and tranquil seating areas—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. In total it approaches 0.63 acres. With ample parking, hot tub and plant room this unique cottage is ideal as a family home, a countryside retreat, or a characterful escape from city life. The home is marketed with no onward chain and a early inspection isrecommended to avoid disappointment.

The property is located close to the charming village of Swimbridge which is nestled in the rolling North Devon countryside conveniently located between the market town of South Molton and regional centre of Barnstaple. Nearby Swimbridge offers local services and amenities are within including an excellent village primary and pre-school, an historic parish church hosting a weekly post office service, village hall and the well-known Jack Russell public house.

Independent schooling is available at the well regarded West Buckland school. A regular bus service runs between South Molton and Barnstaple. Barnstaple itself provides an excellent range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities befitting those of an important regional centre. To the east the Exmoor National Park offers beautiful moorland scenery with many foot and bridle paths and the stunning North Devon coastline, whilst to the west are the popular sandy beaches of Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe.

The A361 North Devon Link Road provides easy access to the M5 motorway (J27) at Tiverton, with mainline intercity rail links available at Tiverton Parkway (London Paddington approx. 2 hours). The cathedral city and county town of Exeter is about 40 miles away, with international airports at Exeter and Bristol.