Property description
Description
An enchanting two bedroom grade two listed period thatched cottage having immense charm and character with oil central heating. Located in an exceptional country location enjoying splendid rural views, enjoying peace and seclusion, offering scope for general updating. The property boasts two areas of garden, one of which is located opposite the cottage with detached garage and parking. There is also a Paddock of approximately one acre with a number of fruit trees close by.
Located on the fringes of the Hamlet of Harcombe, less than four miles from Sidmouth town centre and sea and closer to the village of Sidford with good day-to-day amenities, regular bus services and access to the delightful Byes walk and cycle path.
The property would provide a lovely rural retreat and be ideal for anyone with a pony or such like.
Directions
Leave Sidmouth via Sid Road and continue through Fortescue to Sidford and the junction with the A3052 at Stevens Cross. Continue across the main road int Harcombe lane East. Follow the lane for approximately two thirds of a mile and turn right. Follow this lane too the Hamlet of Harcombe. Continue through the Hamlet and up the hill. The property will be found on your left hand side after approximately 300 metres.
Entrance
Panelled front door leading into a spacious split level ENTRANCE HALL/STUDY AREA; having vaulted style ceiling and exposed beams. LOWER HALL; with under stairs storage cupboard, ceiling beams and radiator.
Cloakroom
W.C., wash hand basin, radiator and ceiling beams.
Sitting Room
16'6 (5.03m) Max. x 13' (3.96m) Max.. Enjoying stunning country views. Fine Inglenook fireplace with bread oven and wood burner. Beamed ceiling and archway to..
Dining Room
12'6 (3.81m) Max. x 6'6 (1.98m) Max.. Fine country views. Ceiling beams and walk in larder/storage cupboard.
Kitchen
13'6 (4.11m) Max. x 11' (3.35m) Max.. Fitted with a range of Oak effect units comprising wall and floor cupboards with draws and work surfaces over. Breakfast bar, electric cooker point and oil fired boiler for central heating and hot water. Beamed ceiling and rear door to covered verandah and garden.
Bedroom 1
19' (5.79m) Max. x 15' (4.57m) Max.. Three windows enjoying delightful views. Built in wardrobe cupboards and radiator. Internal door to bathroom and bedroom 2.
Bedroom 2
14' (4.26m) Max. x 12'6 (3.81m) Max.. Fine country views. Built in wardrobe cupboard and radiator.
Bathroom
10' (3.05m) Max. x 9' (2.74m) Max.. Panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, wash hand basin and W.C. Radiator and airing cupboard with hot water cylinder.
Gardens & Parking
Adjoining the property at the rear is a small utility/workshop with adjacent covered verandah and curved raised patio area. Area of lawn and a number of shrubs, greenhouse and large log store. Splendid country views are enjoyed from the garden.
On the opposite side of the lane is a second garden, currently a little overgrown. Two greenhouses, fruit trees and vegetable garden area.
PARKING.
A drive with wrought iron gates leads to a parking area and DETACHED GARAGE, having up and over door, light and power.
Paddock
The property has a paddock of approximately one acre which can be accessed from the second garden area or from further up the lane.
Services
Mains electricity is connected. Spring water and septic tank drainage. Mains gas is not available. Services and systems have not been tested.
East Devon District Council Tax Band: F.