Property description
Situated on the outskirts of the West Devon village of Meeth, this well presented and refurbished detached home of character has approximately 2.75 acres of land with generous rear gardens and self-contained workshop/annexe.
For the equestrian enthusiast and family seeking a smallholding this lovely character home enjoys a rural location in a beautiful part of West Devon.
Hallway. 3 Reception Rooms. Kitchen. Utility Room. Rear Porch. 4 Bedrooms. Family Bathroom.
Workshop/Annexe. Additional Parking. Fenced Paddock of about 2.25 Acres.. | Believed to have been built in the early 18th Century this lovely cottage and paddock also comes witha separate workshop. Subject to the relevant planning permissions and building regulations this substantial building could provide a separate Annexe for an elderly relative, a den, office or stabling. 'Shillingsford' has undergone refurbishment over the last couple of years by the current owners. This included re-roofing, extensive re-wiring, plumbing, insulation, timber treatment, walls re-plastering, new windows and ceilings.
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. | The village of Meeth enjoys a rural location in West Devon with post office, shop, local public house, daily bus service to Exeter and Barnstaple and access to North Devon and the Tarka trail. The nearby towns of Torrington (approx 10miles north) and Okehampton (approx 12miles south) offer a more comprehensive range of shops and facilites. The nearby market town of Hatherleigh (approx 4miles south) itself is a picturesque town which offers a full range of facilities and amenities including butchers, bakers and mini-market, along with various boutiques and the renowned weekly market. There is also primary education, pre-school with Sure Start Childrenââ¬â¢s Community Centre and numerous sporting clubs and Societies.
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HALLWAY: | Exposed beams. Tiled floor. Meter box. Ledged and braced doors lead to:-
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UTILITY ROOM: | 14'1" x 6'7" (4.3m x 2m). Oringal slate shelf. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Oil-fired central heating boiler. Space for tumble dryer.Window to front aspect. Sink and drainer with roll-edge worktop and base cupboards below. Tiled surround.
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KITCHEN: | 6'7" x 11'10" (2m x 3.6m). Range of base and eye level cupboards and drawers. Roll- edge worktop surface. Tiled surround. Window to front aspect offering views over the driveway and paddock. Inset ceiling lights. Electric oven point. Space for fridge-freezer. Radiator. Recess for storage.
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LOUNGE: | 14'1" x 14'5" (4.3m x 4.4m). Window to rear aspect providing lovely views over the South facing garden. TV point. Fireplace with wood surround. Radiator. Laminate flooring.
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INNER HALL: | Stairs to first floor landing. Rear door to:-
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PORCH: | Used as a boot room and also giving access to the rear garden and patio.
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DINING ROOM: | 10'10" x 14'5" (3.3m x 4.4m). Window to rear aspect with window seat. Laminate flooring. Fireplace with decorative surround.
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FIRST FLOOR LANDING: | Upstairs is carpted (except for the bathroom and W.C.). Doors to:-
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BEDROOM 1: | 14'1" (4.3m) x 9'2" (2.8m) plus recess. A good size double bedroom. Built-in cupboard. Airing cupboard with shelving. TV point. Ceiling spotlights. Window ro rear aspect.
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BEDROOM 2: | 12'2" (3.7m) x 14'1" (4.3m) narrowing to 10'2" (3.1m). Another spacious double bedroom with window to rear offering superb countryside views. Radiator. TV point.
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BEDROOM 3: | 8'2" x 6'3" (2.5m x 1.9m). A spacious single bedroom with window to rear aspect. Radiator. Loft access. Recess which could be utilised as storage space.
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BEDROOM 4: | 11'2" x 7'3" (3.4m x 2.2m). Currently used as a guest bedroom, this double bedroom has a window to front aspect. Large cupboard with hanging rail and shelving. Exposed beams. TV point.
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W.C. | Ledge and brace door. Obscure-glazed window to front aspect. Laminate flooring. Close coupled W.C.
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BATHROOM: | 10'6" x 7'3" (3.2m x 2.2m). Ledge and brace door. Shower cubicle. Pedestal hand basin. Panelled bath. Close coupled W.C. Obscure-glazed window to front. Laminate flooring. Tiled surround. Decorative beams. Radiator.
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ANNEXE/WORKSHOP: | 28'3" x 13'1" (8.6m x 3.99m). Previously the cow shed, the Annexe is approached by a sweeping driveway which runs alomg side the paddock and continues to a gravelled parking area. Electric power, light and plumbing for washing machine.uPVC front door. Base cupboards with roll-edge worktop. Insulated throughout.
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THE PADDOCK: | Accessed via the driveway. Totaling approximately 2.25 acres and currently fenced with rail fencing and natural hedging.
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THE GARDENS: | Front, rear and high level lawns surrounded by hedging and natural fencing. A paved pathway leads to the large rear gardens with patio area and level lawns surrounded by hedging. The whole is well fenced and has a solid timber gate.
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