4 Bed Detached House For Sale

A four bedroom attached family home situated in the highly sort after village of Gittisham.


HIGHLY MOTIVATED SELLERS — OFFERS INVITED
Nestled within the idyllic village of Gittisham, this charming four-bedroom residence combines rural appeal with an exciting opportunity for enhancement. Offering gardens, parking, open countryside views, and approved planning for a stylish extension, this is a rare chance to acquire a family home in one of East Devon’s most desirable settings.

The Property
This well-proportioned home presents outstanding potential to modernise and personalise, offering generous living space and a versatile layout.

Ground Floor
The spacious living room opens into a bright, dual-aspect family room overlooking the gardens and surrounding countryside — an ideal space for relaxation, entertaining, or a children’s play area.
A formal dining room offers a setting for family meals, while the kitchen is fitted with integrated appliances and practical cabinetry. A utility room with garden access and a downstairs W.C. complete the ground floor.

AGENTS NOTE: Planning permission (Ref: 25/0856/FUL, April 2025) has been granted for a single-storey extension, designed to create a stunning open-plan dining space at the rear, together with a large utility room and W.C. to the side — perfectly suited to modern family living. The property is ex local authority but benefits from no section 157 restriction on it.

First Floor
Upstairs, there are four well-proportioned bedrooms, including three doubles and one single, all served by a family bathroom. The layout provides exceptional scope for reconfiguration or contemporary refurbishment, allowing buyers to craft a truly bespoke home.

Key Features
Four Bedrooms (Three Doubles)
Peaceful No-Through Lane Location
Picturesque Countryside Views
Generous Gardens with Fruit Trees
Planning Permission for Rear Extension (Ref: 25/0856/FUL)
Single Garage and Allocated Parking
Within Catchment for The King’s School, Ottery St Mary (Outstanding)
Walking Distance to Michelin-Starred Dining and Local Amenities

Set in the heart of Gittisham, one of Devon’s most picturesque and welcoming communities, the property enjoys a tranquil position just a few miles from the market town of Honiton (with regular buses into town). The village is renowned for its quintessential English charm, a strong sense of community, and a host of weekly gatherings and local events including a weekly community supper club at the village hall. The village also has a lovely play park.

Within easy reach are a number of celebrated local establishments, including the Michelin-starred The Pig at Combe, Heron Farm, and The Combe Garden Centre, offering exceptional dining, local produce, and leisure opportunities. Families will also appreciate that Gittisham lies within the sought-after King’s School catchment area in Ottery St Mary — rated Outstanding by Ofsted. Everyday amenities and transport links are easily accessible, balancing rural tranquillity with modern convenience.

Approached via a quiet, no-through village lane, which leads directly onto a public footpath which takes you straight out for country walks. The property enjoys a peaceful and private setting. The front garden is well maintained, with established shrubs, seasonal flowers, and allocated parking leading to a single garage.

To the rear, the generous garden is a standout feature — a large, predominantly lawned area framed by apple and fruit trees, with a summer house and garden shed. The views stretch across rolling fields and hills, creating a picturesque backdrop of timeless Devon countryside. The outlook towards the village church enhances the property’s sense of charm and history, making it an exceptional opportunity for those seeking a home of character and potential in a truly idyllic location.