Hillhead, Colyton, Devon

An absolutely charming and beautifully presented cottage, ideally positioned just off the town centre and within easy walking distance of a lovely selection of shops, cafés and local amenities. Offering a surprisingly spacious and versatile layout, this delightful home combines period character with modern comforts and, unusually for such a central property, benefits from a garage and a secluded garden.
The accommodation is arranged over two floors and includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a generous living/dining room and a pretty kitchen. On the ground floor, a stable door opens into a useful covered area between the house and garage, providing an endearing outdoor seating area or excellent space for storage. This area also has an outside tap and lighting and gives access to both the main house and the additional snug/overflow bedroom and through there, the garage.
The snug/overflow bedroom is a particularly useful additional space, with a glazed wooden sliding door and Velux window. Adjacent is the garage, which provides excellent storage and parking, with a newly installed electric roller door and a useful mezzanine storage area within the eaves.
Inside the main house, the entrance hall leads to the ground-floor accommodation and stairs to the first floor. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, laminate work surfaces, ceramic sink, integrated electric oven and hob, cooker hood and dishwasher, with space for a washing machine and fridge/freezer.

The ground-floor bathroom has a white suite including a bath with electric shower over, WC and wash hand basin, together with useful under-stairs storage.
The real heart of the home is the impressive living/dining room. This generous and welcoming space provides plenty of room for both relaxing and entertaining, with a door opening directly onto the garden. A characterful stone and brick fireplace with slate hearth provides an attractive focal point.
Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, each with its own character and useful storage. Bedroom one has built-in wardrobes, while bedroom two benefits from a charming window seat and a further range of fitted wardrobes. Bedroom three is a smaller but versatile bedroom with two built-in cupboards. The first floor is completed by a modern shower room with shower cubicle, WC and wall-mounted wash hand basin, together with a linen cupboard housing the Potterton gas boiler and hot water cylinder.
Outside, the garden is a particularly delightful surprise. From the living room, a door opens onto a small paved courtyard, part of which is covered, ideal for a morning coffee or tea. Stone steps then rise to the upper level, revealing a completely enclosed garden which feels considerably larger and more private than first anticipated. There is a lawn, established shrub borders and spring bulbs, together with an outside tap. The garden enjoys plenty of sunshine and provides a peaceful place to sit and enjoy the outdoors despite the property's wonderfully convenient town-centre location.
A fabulous and unusually versatile cottage, offering a rare combination of period charm, generous accommodation, garaging and secluded outside space. Equally suited to permanent occupation or holiday letting, this is a property with considerable appeal and flexibility.

LOCATION
Colyton is a pretty and historic town with a village feel with a range of local facilities including health centre, library, butcher`s, pharmacy, convenience stores, fish and chip shop, pubs, tea rooms, a garden centre and a variety of small shops and services. The beautiful Norman Church is the centre point of the town, which is most famous for its role in the 1685 Monmouth Rebellion. On the edge of the town is the Seaton tramway station which operates services throughout the summer along the Axe Estuary, linking Colyton and Seaton, which is very popular with tourists. The nearby Colyton Grammar School is another draw for the area as the school consistently appears in the top 10 Grammar Schools in the country. The Jurassic Coast and pretty harbour at Axmouth are just 2 miles away, with the seaside resort of Lyme Regis just 7 miles to the east, and Sidmouth just under 11 miles to the west.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The property dates back to circa 1650 and is Grade II Listed, reflecting its considerable period character and heritage. The thatched roof was replaced in 2012. The property was previously used as a holiday let but is enjoyed as a permanent home by the current owners.
The property benefits from gas-fired central heating, with a Potterton boiler, hot water cylinder and Hive controls, while the windows are secondary glazed throughout.


TENURE
Freehold.

SERVICES
All mains services are connected. Gas fired central heating. Water is metered.

COUNCIL TAX
Band D. East Devon District Council. £1,891.17 (2026/27).

EPC RATING
D.

BROADBAND
Fibre to the Cabinet Broadband is available at this property with speeds up to 76* Mbps. Source: Openreach

MOBILE
Mobile coverage is dependent on Network provider but is generally available outdoors. Source: Ofcom.

FLOOD RISK
Flood risk from Surface water, Rivers and sea is very low in this area. Source: Gov.

Council Tax
East Devon District Council, Band D

Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.