Wick, Honiton, Devon

THE PROPERTY.
Rolleshayes Farmhouse is a particularly attractive Grade II Listed residence which dates to circa 1877, however likely has origins in the 16th/17th century. The property is of traditional construction and has a handsome front façade with its flintstone elevations and steeply pitched thatched roof with ornate ridge. It has been under the current owners stewardship for over 30 years and was the subject of a complete programme of renovation in the early 2000s (following a fire) when it was meticulously rebuilt with great sympathy given to the historic nature of the house. This included the replacement of all the windows with beautiful oak leaded light casements, rethatching and a full interior refurbishment. As a result, virtually everything you see today is modern, however much of the original ambience has been retained along with a great deal of character. The accommodation is well planned, particularly spacious and has a number of features such as inglenook fireplaces with wood burners, flagstone floors, window seats and exposed ceiling timbers in some rooms. The accommodation is of very generous proportions and is also adaptable in its arrangement as there are two staircases giving access to four large bedrooms, the principal of which is a beautiful room with superb views and an en-suite bath/shower room.

GARDENS & GROUNDS.
Rolleshayes Farmhouse is approached from the country lane through an electric five-bar gate onto a gravelled driveway which leads up to the cobbled yard to the front of the house. The driveway provides a very attractive approach to this handsome building which is softened by a mature weeping willow and a colourful raised bed to the south. It continues past the side of the house to a further parking area adjacent to which is a detached traditional outbuilding comprising a workshop/store and a double open car port/implement store.

The gardens and grounds at Rolleshayes Farm have been lovingly designed, planted and maintained over the years and create the most appealing, colourful setting which offers enormous interest throughout the seasons. To the rear of the property is a sheltered terrace with a profusely stocked bank which rises to the more natural lawns, areas of which have been left to attract the wildlife and insects, and through which there are cut pathways. To the north east is a vegetable garden with raised beds and mains water taps, a productive orchard with a variety of fruit trees and a small former privy which is now a tool store. Above this area is a summerhouse which has power, light and water and a decked terrace commanding simply stunning views. Another notable feature is the outstanding spring fed water garden which has been stocked with a vast array of plants and which trails up to a pond and a raised deck with small pavilion.

Several years ago, the owners planted up the fields to the south and east under a woodland grant scheme which runs until 2030. These are now maturing beautifully and are a mixture of native broadleaf trees and understory plants. This area is a simply stunning haven for wildlife and bird life and there are pathways which meander through it, along with several clearings which take advantage of the peace, tranquillity and views. There are also two separate accesses onto the lane.

In all the grounds extend to approximately 5.29 acres.

SITUATION.
Rolleshayes Farmhouse is situated in a splendid country location within the tiny hamlet of Wick, which in turn is located in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Wick falls within the Parish of Luppitt and nestles amongst some of Devon’s finest rolling countryside over which there are many glorious walks. The village serves a small rural community and has an ancient Church of St Marys, village hall and public house which opens for a few evenings a week. Rolleshayes Farmhouse sits in an elevated position just below the local landmark of Dumpdon Hill, an Iron Age hill fort owned by the National Trust and there are gates from the land giving direct access to the spectacular hilltop walks. It takes full advantage of some stunning views over a typical patchwork countryside.

Honiton lies about 4 miles away and is well-known as an antique and book centre, as well as having most of the usual multiples such as Smiths, Boots, Tesco and a variety of independent shops, restaurants, schools, sports centre/swimming pool, golf club and main line rail link on the Exeter to London Waterloo line.

The World Heritage Jurassic Coast at Sidmouth, East Devon's premier coastal resort, is some 14 miles to the south and has a long esplanade with wide pebbled and sand (at low tide) beaches. There are some beautiful walks along this stretch of coastline over the myriad of Public Footpaths, which include the South West Peninsular Coastal Path which runs along the whole of the Devon coastline. The town itself has many beautiful parks and a shopping centre with a great variety of independent shops and boutiques.

Colyton Grammar School, one of the country's top state schools is about 14 miles distant and approximately 15 miles to the north lies Taunton, the County Town of Somerset, which has an express rail link to Paddington, access to the M5 and excellent schooling both state and private. Exeter, the County Town, is some 21 miles to the west and has excellent shopping, food hall and sporting facilities, theatres, art centre, and an international airport.

DIRECTIONS.
From Honiton, proceed east carrying straight on at the mini roundabout at the top of the high street on to Monkton Road. Proceed over the Honiton by-pass and take the left turning signposted Dunkeswell and Luppitt. Continue on this road and after crossing the River Otter, make the first right turn. Follow this lane to the small hamlet of Shaugh. At the stone barn conversion, turn left and follow the lane up Dumpdon Hill, then take the first left to Wick. Proceed down the hill, making a right turn towards Luppitt at the farm. After a short distance, turn right into the drive.
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TENURE & SERVICES.
Freehold. Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil-fired central heating. The property also has extraction rights from two springs located in the National Trust land to the east.

LOCAL AUTHORITY.
East Devon District Council - .
Council Tax Band: G.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE.
Exempt due to the Grade II Listing.

FLOOD RISK, BROADBAND & MOBILE.
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