Brampford Speke, Exeter, Devon, EX5

A beautifully presented character cottage, enjoying an elevated location within a highly sought-after Exe Valley village, only 4 miles from Exeter.

DISTANCES
Exeter St Davids Mainline Train Station 4.4 miles
Crediton 7.7 miles
Tiverton 10.4 miles

GROUND FLOOR
- Entrance hall
- Kitchen/breakfast room
- Dining room
- Sitting room
- Utility
- Shower room

FIRST FLOOR
- Four bedrooms
- Family bathroom

OUTSIDE
- Driveway parking
- Rear garden with seating area
- Front garden

LOCATION
Brampford Speke is a quintessential Devon village nestled in the heart of the Exe Valley, just four miles north of Exeter. Surrounded by some of the county’s most beautiful and unspoilt countryside, the village offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with the convenience of the city nearby.

The village is known for its strong sense of community and traditional charm. It features a well-regarded primary school, a Grade I listed parish church, a welcoming village hall, and the very popular Agricultural Inn, a country pub renowned for its food, outside dining and “secret garden”.

Brampford Speke is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous footpaths and bridleways offering scenic walks along the River Exe and through the surrounding countryside.

The nearby city of Exeter provides excellent shopping, cultural attractions, and rail links to London and beyond via Exeter St Davids mainline train station. Schooling in the area is of the highest standard, with Exeter school and The Maynard within the city and Blundells School in Tiverton.

THE PROPERTY
Exe View is a most charming and beautifully updated double-fronted character cottage, occupying a prime elevated position within one of the area’s most desirable villages, just 4 miles north of the cathedral city of Exeter. The house seamlessly blends character with stylish contemporary finishes throughout, and offers flexible, open plan living the flows outside – perfect for family life and entertaining.

To the front, upon entering, a welcoming entrance hall features turning stairs rising to the first floor. The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen and breakfast room, which spans into a delightful double aspect dining room complete with a feature exposed brick fireplace and French doors out onto the garden. The modern kitchen is beautifully appointed with a vibrant red AGA, complementary cabinetry, and a breakfast bar. French doors open directly from the kitchen out onto the rear terrace and garden, perfect for al fresco dining and indoor-outdoor living. Adjacent to the kitchen is a useful utility room with an adjoining modern downstairs shower room and WC.

The ground floor is completed by a delightful sitting room centered around a feature fireplace with a wood-burning stove.

On the first floor, a bright and airy landing incorporates a dedicated study area enjoying pleasant views over the garden and trees beyond. The accommodation comprises four
bedrooms, one of which is currently being used as a study and a family bathroom.

OUTSIDE
To the front, Exe View enjoys a lovely private garden, predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by fencing. To the side, there is access onto the road with a dedicated child play area. To the rear, outside the kitchen/breakfast room there is a further garden and terrace which is private. The property also benefits from off street parking on its own private driveway.

DIRECTIONS (POSTCODE EX5 5HG)
From Exeter head out on the Crediton Road (A377), over the River Exe Bridge at Cowley. Turn right signposted Upton Pyne and Brampford Speke, at the top of the hill, turn right signposted Brampford Speke. In the village turn right just after the school. Take the next left. Exe View is the last cottage on the left hand side.

PROPERTY INFORMATION

Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage.

Tenure: Freehold

Local Authority: East Devon District Council

Council Tax: Band: E

EPC rating: E

Contents, fixtures and fittings: Unless specifically mentioned in these particulars, all contents, fixtures and fittings, garden ornaments and statues and curtains are specifically excluded from the sale. Certain items may be available by separate negotiation.

Viewing: By appointment with Jackson-Stops Exeter office: 01392 214222