Chardstock, Axminster, EX13

An imposing and newly converted 4 bedroom character property built to the highest specification with magnificent courtyard gardens and secure parking.

A newly converted Grade II Listed former school forming part of an executive development set in a pretty village location on the edge of the Somerset/Devon border.
Courtyards forms part of an outstanding select development of the former village primary school with the addition of five newly built houses within the grounds. This remarkable Victorian school conversion brings together traditional and modern design, and is certainly one of the most unique properties for sale in the West Country.

Standing at an impressive 2706 square feet this substantial home has been finished to the highest specification. There is an abundance of character which has been retained from the original building including a fabulous blue lias staircase, revealed brick walls with hamstone detailing and original fireplaces. The name ‘Courtyards’ derives from the centre piece of the property which is the private central courtyard garden. The garden forms the hub of the property which can be accessed from all sides with multiple doors leading into it from the kitchen/breakfast room, dining room, entrance hall, sitting room and utility room. The accommodation flows through the house with a generous entrance hall with double sided woodburner, shared with the sitting room, separating the house into two wings. The east wing leads from the entrance hall through the sitting room and into the dining room whereas the west wing takes the path from the entrance hall to the kitchen/breakfast room and onto the utility room. Technology is a big part of the property with the well-appointed finishes including PIR light sensors to rooms to ensure conservation of energy and contactless light on entry, PIR operated secondary water pump to ensure hot water on demand to all taps and ambient lighting on both the inside and the outside of the property to create a real impact. The property must really be viewed to appreciate the intimate lighting after dusk.
The German built kitchen includes a ‘Quooker’ boiling water tap, ‘Quartz’ worktops, Neff ‘Hide and Slide’ ovens, Bora induction hob with integrated extractor and premium units and cabinetry.
The property is accessed through a motorised controlled access gate with a personnel gate to the side. There is parking for 4/5 cars.
The gardens and grounds are incredibly well thought out with landscaping provided by award winning garden designers Tony Benger Landscaping and must be viewed to be appreciated.

Chardstock is a very popular East Devon village providing excellent local amenities that includes a Shop/Post Office, Pub, Primary School, Church and thriving community hall that hosts a wide range of activities.

Set midway between the small towns of Chard and Axminster, both of which are about 5 miles away. The properties enjoy easy access to a wide range of amenities including a choice of major supermarkets and specialist retailers. There is also an intercity rail service from Axminster (London Waterloo). The World Heritage Jurassic Coast is just 10 miles to the south at Lyme Regis and the Cathedral City of Exeter is some 25 miles to the West.