This classic picture-postcard country house occupies a plot of around three-quarters of an acre on the fringes of Axminster, with the town centre being just one mile away.

The charming Grade II listed house comes with three further cottages providing multi-generational and holiday income opportunities. The main house has an adjoining three-bedroom cottage that could easily be used for extended family living or as a holiday let. The cottage has a sitting room, a kitchen/dining room, a utility and shower room on the ground floor and three bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor. The other two cottages are separate from the main dwelling and were converted from former barns into two-bedroom properties. Now they are used as holiday lets and provide an excellent source of additional income.

The main dwelling, named The Old House, is a very attractive five-bedroom period property that was completely renovated in 2014. The extensive works included a total rethatch, a renewal of all the roof timbers along with the windows, doors and flooring, and a re-fitting of the bathrooms and kitchen. The result is a beautifully appointed home with an unusual combination of character and charm with up-to-date fittings and modern comforts.

On the ground floor, there is a large open-plan sitting room and a beautifully fitted kitchen/dining room with double doors that open to the garden. On the first floor, there are five bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, and two family bathrooms. There is also access to a large open-plan loft area.

Outside, grounds measuring 0.78 acres surround the property and form quintessential country gardens with areas of well-manicured lawns, established flower borders and several mature trees and shrubs. There’s a children’s play area and a paved patio that runs along the west side of the main house providing an ideal space for entertaining. There is a stone barn outbuilding housing a laundry room, workshop and space for storage. A highlight of this outdoor space is the special view it has of the adjoining Axe Valley meadows.

The property has a large driveway and turning area providing ample space for parking.

Hunthay, Axminster

Guide Price: £1,300,000

Agent: Stags

Agent's Tel: 01404 45885