Rose Ash

Rose Ash sits in Devon farming country, and Nethercott Manor gives a genuine sense of that setting. The thatched property stands on a large working cattle and sheep farm, with over 160 acres of land accessible directly from the garden, including a stream. Two super-king-size bedrooms, each convertible to twins on request, share two bathrooms: an en-suite shower room and a separate bathroom with a bath. The farmhouse-style kitchen holds an Aga alongside an electric cooker, an American-style fridge freezer, a dishwasher and a coffee machine, while a utility room with a butler sink and washer/dryer keeps practicalities in order.

A wood burner sits in an inglenook fireplace in the west-facing sitting room, with patio doors opening onto the enclosed garden with its seating area and swing bench. Up to four dogs are welcome, and a study area off the kitchen provides space to keep pets settled indoors. A travel cot, highchair and fixed stairgate make the property practical for those with young children, and private parking accommodates up to three cars.