An Edwardian house with its own swimming pool and annexe is up for sale.

Whitley House, in Hele Cross, Bradninch, is on the market for £1.25 million.

The house, which is set in a rural area, has five bedrooms and has been "carefully maintained and improved over the years to create a comfortable and versatile family home," according to Stags, the estate agent managing the sale.

The house also has a drawing room, a conservatory, a study, and a sitting room that has views over the garden.

Whitley House in Hele Cross, Bradninch (Image: Stags Exeter/Rightmove)

The kitchen is described as being the "heart of the home" and has a central island for "family gatherings."

It is fitted with an electric Aga and the listing said there is "ample space for formal dining."

Four of the bedrooms are in the main house, one of which has an en suite.

A detached annexe, which has been "thoughtfully renovated" is situated to the rear of the main house.

This has a bedroom, kitchen, and sitting/dining room on the ground floor.

Whitley House in Hele Cross, Bradninch (Image: Stags Exeter/Rightmove)

Another bedroom with an en suite bathroom is located on the first floor, which can be reached using the stairs or a lift.

The annexe is said to be "suitable for a variety of uses including guest accommodation or dependent relative living."

The gardens surrounding the house have "mature trees, established shrubs, and well-stocked borders."

There are also terraced seating areas for "outdoor entertaining" and a summer house with power, providing "an excellent space for relaxation or entertaining."

The garden also features an air source heated swimming pool.

Whitley House in Hele Cross, Bradninch (Image: Stags Exeter/Rightmove)

A separate paddock, across a quiet lane at the back of the house, extends to approximately 0.9 acres and has a field shelter.

The listing said this offers "excellent potential for equestrian, smallholding, or recreational use."

In all, the property extends to approximately 1.85 acres.

The property is located in a small rural hamlet on the edge of Bradninch.

Whitley House in Hele Cross, Bradninch (Image: Stags Exeter/Rightmove)

It is within the catchment area for Broadclyst School and is said to be "exceptionally well connected" with "swift access" to the M5 motorway and Exeter St Davids and Tiverton Parkway railway stations.

A range of "day-to-day amenities" are also nearby in the villages of Bradninch and Broadclyst, including shops, pubs, and medical facilities.

The surrounding area is also "renowned for its countryside walks and outdoor pursuits" with National Trust estates including Killerton and Ashclyst Forest offering miles of footpaths and bridleways.

Price: £1,200,000

Contact: Exeter - 01392 255202†- exeter@stags.co.uk

Whitley House in Hele Cross, Bradninch (Image: Stags Exeter/Rightmove)

Whitley House in Hele Cross, Bradninch (Image: Stags Exeter/Rightmove)

Whitley House in Hele Cross, Bradninch (Image: Stags Exeter/Rightmove)