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Upton Hellions, Crediton, EX17

Land size
1.93 acres
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Detached contemporary bungalow in just under two acres
  • Beautiful semi-rural setting near Crediton
  • Open-plan kitchen, dining & family room
  • Large timber outbuilding with endless possibilities
  • Gardens, paddocks & River Creedy frontage
  • Principal bedroom with ensuite
  • Ample parking
  • Full solar panels being installed on the outbuilding
  • No chain
  • S106 applies

Description

If you've ever dreamed of swapping neighbours for countryside, waking up to birdsong and enjoying the space that only a few acres can provide, Falconers Cottage could be exactly what you've been waiting for.

Set in just under two acres on the edge of the sought-after parish of Upton Hellions, this detached bungalow enjoys a wonderful rural setting surrounded by open countryside, yet remains only a few minutes from both Crediton and Sandford. It's the sort of location that's becoming increasingly difficult to find. Peaceful, private and immersed in the Devon landscape, without feeling isolated from everyday life.

The land is a real highlight. Stretching down to the River Creedy, it offers a wonderful mix of gardens and paddocks, making it ideal for anyone wanting space to enjoy the outdoors, keep a few animals, grow their own produce or simply appreciate having room to breathe. In total it’s approx. 1.93 acres.

The bungalow itself offers bright, contemporary accommodation extending to almost 1,200 sq ft. At its heart is a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, creating a sociable living space that's perfectly suited to modern life. The principal bedroom benefits from its own ensuite, whilst two further rooms provide flexible accommodation for family, guests or home working, complemented by a separate family bathroom and a practical utility room.

Full solar panels are being fitted on the outbuilding the beginning of September which will cut the cost of heating greatly.

Outside, there's ample parking together with a substantial timber outbuilding that opens up a wealth of possibilities. Whether you're looking for workshop space, secure storage, a hobby room, home business premises or somewhere to pursue your interests, it's a hugely valuable addition to the property.

It's rare to find a detached home offering this amount of land, such a desirable location and so much versatility at this price point. For buyers seeking a rural lifestyle without the premium often associated with properties of this nature, Falconers Cottage presents an exciting opportunity.

NOTE: The property is subject to an Agricultural Occupancy Condition (S106). Although anyone can be the legal owner, buyers should satisfy themselves that they meet the requirements of the occupancy condition and seek advice from their mortgage lender and professional advisers before proceeding.

Please see the floorplan for room sizes.

Current Council Tax: Band B - Mid Devon

Utilities: Mains electric, telephone & broadband. Borehole water.

Broadband within this postcode: Unknown – Starlink available

Drainage: Private drainage (treatment plant)

Heating: Electric, Full solar panels being fitted on the outbuilding in September

Construction: Standard

Listed: No

Conservation Area: No

Tenure: Freehold

Buyers' Compliance Fee Notice: Please note that a compliance check fee of £25 (inc. VAT) per person is payable once your offer is accepted. This non-refundable fee covers essential ID verification and anti-money laundering checks, as required by law.

Agents’ Notes:

Boundaries, Access & Parking:
Boundary positions, access rights and parking arrangements have been provided by the seller, and any land plans shown are for identification purposes only. We have not seen the title deeds or other legal documents, and buyers should confirm exact details and ownership responsibilities with their conveyancer.

Broadband & Mobile Coverage:
Broadband speeds and mobile signal vary by provider and location, and service availability can change over time. Buyers can check current availability and predicted speeds at or via the Ofcom coverage checker.

Digital Photo Enhancement/Virtual Staging:
Some images in this brochure may have been digitally enhanced or virtually staged, for example by adding lighting effects, blue skies, twilight ambience, furniture or décor, to help illustrate how the property could look. These images are only illustrative and do not show the current fixtures, fittings or condition. Always rely on your viewing for an accurate understanding of the property.

Flood Risk:
We’re informed by the seller that the property has not to the best of their knowledge experienced flooding. Buyers should check the Environment Agency’s online flood-risk maps (or Natural Resources Wales equivalent) and confirm insurability with their conveyancer.

Private Drainage:
We’re informed by the seller that the property has a private drainage system, which they advise is in working order. Buyers should satisfy themselves regarding its type, condition and regulatory compliance with their conveyancer.

Agricultural / Occupancy Restriction:
We’re informed by the seller that the property is subject to an agricultural occupancy condition or similar restrictive covenant. Buyers should confirm the full wording of the restriction and their eligibility to occupy the property with their conveyancer.

 

SANDFORD is a pretty and popular village lying, as it does, about a mile and a half north of Crediton and just nine and a half miles from Exeter. The centre of the village sits around the square where both The Lamb Inn and the community-run village stores and post office can be found. For outdoor pursuits, the village also has two recreation grounds, a tennis court, and a dedicated footpath/cycle path that takes users safely off road to Crediton. A thriving community also ensures plenty of activities are going on throughout the year many of which centre around the well-patronised village hall. The primary school (OFSTED Good) offers wrap around care and a pre-school nursery welcoming 3- to 5-year-olds, and is another draw for families seeking a small but vibrant environment in which to raise their children.

DIRECTIONS : Use EX17 4AE or the what3words is ///words.otter.croak

From Crediton, head out on the Bickleigh Road over Creedy Bridge and take the next left signed to Upton Hellions. Follow the country lane for approx. 1.3 miles, passing Middleways Cottage on the corner on your right and the property is next on the left before the turning to Hellions Mill/Barton.

Garden

1.93 acres approx

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
B
Date Posted
2026-08-08

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,667 Homes with Land listings in South West England (1+ acres).

This Property£220,207 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £194,826 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
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Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Private Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

5 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good LimitedO2 Good LimitedThree Good NoneVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Sandford School0.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    74
    Type
    Community school
  • Hayward's Primary School1.8 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    403
    Type
    Community school
  • Landscore Primary School2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    276
    Type
    Community school
  • Cheriton Fitzpaine Primary School3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    91
    Type
    Community school
  • Newton St Cyres Primary School3.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    133
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Queen Elizabeth's1.7 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,096
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Thomas Hall School6.7 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    4 to 16
    Pupils
    438
    Type
    Free schools
  • St James School8.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    985
    Type
    Academy converter
  • West Exe School8.8 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    1,237
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • St Luke's Church of England School9.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    870
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Lidl Commercial Road, Crediton1.6 miles
Spar High Street, Crediton, Crediton1.7 miles
Morrisons Crediton, Crediton1.7 miles

GP surgery

Redlands Primary Care2.1 miles

Pharmacy

Boots1.7 miles

Hospital

Crediton Hospital1.9 miles

Green space

Allotments Or Community Growing Spaces0.6 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Crediton Rail Station2.2 miles

Nearest bus stop

School0.7 miles

Typical drive times

Crediton9 min · 2.8 miles
Tiverton21 min · 13 miles
Cullompton27 min · 15 miles
Exeter (city)25 min · 9.9 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 3, about 20 metres away.

Surface water

Very low risk

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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