The 15th-century cob cottage of Sarah Marker

The 15th-century cob cottage of Sarah Marker

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Explore a Grade II* listed cottage in Broadclyst, Devon, featuring 15th-century cob walls, a thatched roof, and 17th-century architecture.

In the village of Broadclyst, Devon, stands Marker's Cottage, a Grade II* listed building. Built in the 15th century with later alterations, the cottage features a thatched roof and cob walls. It is a National Trust property named after Sarah Marker, who lived there about 200 years ago.

Inside, the cottage contains oak screens between the hall and parlour that are painted with images. These screens are dated stylistically to 1470 - 1510. A large stair turret, built in the 17th century, is another significant historical feature of the interior.

Located in the Townend part of the village, the cottage preserves a significant piece of local history. Visitors can experience the atmosphere of a building that has stood for centuries near the nearby Killerton House estate.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

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