Property of the Week: Whitford, Axminster

This characterful Grade II listed residence is nestled in the heart of the pretty village of Whitford, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Sitting in a south-westerly facing plot of just under one acre, this unique property is filled with pleasant surprises both inside and out.

Natural light spills into the kitchen (Image: Symonds and Sampson)

Since 2005 the house and grounds have been transformed by the current owners with part of the property being used as a successful two-bedroom holiday cottage. This could be reinstated or it could be used for multi-generational living.

The sitting room is cosy and characterful (Image: Symonds and Sampson)

The 16th century property is a historic cross passage house and has a versatile layout with period features such as tiled floors, medieval doorways and a raft of exposed beams.

The sitting room has a cosy feel and an impressive focal fireplace, while in contrast, the family room is light and airy with neutral modern décor. Adjoining this there's a well-proportioned, triple aspect kitchen that has a fresh stylish look.

The outside area provides much variety (Image: Symonds and Sampson)

To the western elevation, there's another reception room, currently used as a snug and a sunroom overlooking the walled garden.

From either end of the house, two separate staircases lead to the first floor where there are four double bedrooms, a separate shower room and main bathroom.

Outside, the gardens have been beautifully landscaped (Image: Symonds and Sampson)

Outside, there's a delightful walled garden packed full of seasonal flowers and a secluded patio area in a southerly aspect. There's also an attractive landscaped garden, again full of colour with a wide variety of established shrubs, specimen trees and a wildlife pond. The property also comes with a productive vegetable garden and a beautiful wildflower meadow that offers stunning views across Whitford and the Axe Valley. Outbuildings include a two storey hayloft and a good sized garage/workshop.