Property description
Impressive detached chalet bungalow with 4 double bedrooms situated in an elevated position with far reaching countryside and sea views.
Location:
Seaton is located between the ancient harbour of Axmouth and the white cliffs of Beer. Its mile long beach, which is part of the Jurassic Coast, opens onto the waters of Lyme Bay. The town itself has many small shops, a local hospital, doctors surgeries, primary school, banks and building societies. Seaton is a popular resort for holiday makers, and boasts a wealth of activities including golf, tennis, bowls and sailing. The County town of Exeter, with its regional airport, is some twenty miles to the west, and the mainline rail link to London (Waterloo) is at Axminster, approximately seven miles distant.
Directions:
From our offices in Seaton, turn left into Harbour Road. At the first roundabout turn left into The Underfleet. Proceed straight across the next two roundabouts. At the traffic lights, follow the road to the right into Harepath Road. Take the second left into Seaton Down Road and proceed along the road, continuing onto Seaton Down Hill. The Property will be found on the left hand side about 100 yards after the junction for Marlpit Lane.
The Property:
Summerhayes is an impressive substantial detached chalet bungalow with four bedrooms which has been completely transformed and extended to a high standard throughout since purchasing about 6 years ago. It was originally a bungalow, but now offers spacious accommodation downstairs, consisting of an open plan kitchen/dining room, through to the conservatory and out to the patio and beautiful sunny garden, a dual aspect living room, 2 double bedrooms and shower room, and upstairs, a further two double bedrooms, bathroom and plenty of storage.Situated in an elevated position on a generous plot, the property has spectacular panoramic views towards the sea, Estuary and Axe Valley from the front sides of the property and garden.The property benefits from full gas fired central heating and uPVC double glazing throughout. New plumbing and wiring, plastered and decorated throughout. Externally the property has been re-rendered and decorated and has new guttering, sofits and facias. The garage is a new construction and offers plenty of storage plus space for parking, as well as the large driveway in front. It is located within walking distance of the town centre, seafront and beach, and also sits on the hail and stop bus route. The property must be viewed internally to be fully appreciated.
Accommodation:
All measurements approximate, includes:
Steps from driveway up to small paved terrace leading to uPVC obscure double glazed door with matching side screens. Exterior courtesy light. Door leads into:
Entrance Hall:
Large entrance hall with stairs rising to first floor. Radiator. Door to deep cloaks cupboard. Doors off to kitchen/dining room, living room, bedroom one and two and shower room.
Living Room: - 18\‘ 6\‘\‘ x 13\‘ 1\‘\‘ (5.629m x 3.989m)
Dual aspect room. One window with a southerly aspect with distant sea and Axe Cliff views, the other with distant countryside views. 2 radiators. TV point.
Kitchen/Dining Room: - 27\‘ 1\‘\‘ x 11\‘ 7\‘\‘ (8.251m x 3.523m) max.
Kitchen Area: - 11\‘ 7\‘\‘ x 10\‘ 2\‘\‘ (3.523m x 3.109m)
Large window to southerly aspect with distant sea and Axe Cliff views. Matching range of cream coloured shaker style base and wall units with laminate work tops. Space for electric cooker. Extractor fan above. Composite 1.5 bowl and single drainer sink unit with mixer tap over. Integrated dishwasher and fridge. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Tiled splash backs. Wall unit housing combi boiler. Vinyl flooring.
Dining Area: - 16\‘ 2\‘\‘ x 10\‘ 2\‘\‘ (4.925m x 3.110m)
Window to side out to the garden and uPVC double glazed sliding door to conservatory. Radiator. Fitted booth for dining. Vinyl flooring. Door to:
Conservatory: - 11\‘ 7\‘\‘ x 11\‘ 0\‘\‘ (3.533m x 3.349m)
Dwarf height walls with uPVC double glazed windows to 3 sides and French doors opening to the patio. Tiled floor. Polycarbonate pitched roof. Power and light.
Bedroom 1: - 11\‘ 11\‘\‘ x 10\‘ 0\‘\‘ (3.640m x 3.051m)
Window to side overlooking garden. Radiator.
Bedroom 2: - 11\‘ 4\‘\‘ x 10\‘ 2\‘\‘ (3.461m x 3.102m)
Window to rear. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Door to:
WC: - 10\‘ 4\‘\‘ x 4\‘ 5\‘\‘ (3.156m x 1.340m)
Dual aspect with one window to the front and other to the side. White modern suite comprising close coupled WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Wall mounted medicine cabinet. Power. Sloping ceiling.
Shower Room: - 8\‘ 5\‘\‘ x 7\‘ 3\‘\‘ (2.565m x 2.198m)
Obscure glazed window to rear. Modern white suite comprising large shower unit with glazed screen and door. Close couple WC. Pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap. 2 wall mounted cupboards in gloss white. Radiator with towel rail above. Full tiled walls. Vinyl flooring.
First Floor Landing:
Stairs rise to first floor. Velux window to front. Bi-fold door to deep cupboard with shelving. Doors to bedroom 3 and 4 and bathroom.
Bedroom 3: - 13\‘ 4\‘\‘ x 8\‘ 2\‘\‘ (4.071m x 2.477m) plus 8\‘ 4\‘\‘ x 6\‘ 6\‘\‘ (2.531m x 1.985m)
Velux window to front and window to side with far reaching views to the countryside and Axe Cliff. Radiator. Sloping ceiling.
Bedroom 4: - 14\‘ 8\‘\‘ x 10\‘ 2\‘\‘ (4.465m x 3.102m)
Window to side overlooking the garden. Radiator. Sloping ceiling. Half height doors to either side of room with access to eaves storage.
Bathroom: - 7\‘ 8\‘\‘ x 6\‘ 0\‘\‘ (2.336m x 1.840m)
Velux to rear. Modern white suite comprising panelled bath. Close coupled WC. Pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap. Fully tiled walls. Radiator with towel rail above. Vinyl floor.
Garage: - 19\‘ 3\‘\‘ x 14\‘ 4\‘\‘ (5.862m x 4.372m)
Large garage with uPVC double glazed window to side and pedestrian door. Up and over metal door. Light and power. Storage into roof space.
Outside:
The property is approached by a paved driveway with ample parking in front of the garage. A further parking area along the side of the property which would be suitable for a boat or motor home. From the driveway is access to the garage, front door and pedestrian gate to the garden. Surrounding the driveway are well stocked flower beds with a mixture of plants, shrubs and hedges. There is also an extra parking space at a lower level beside the driveway which the current owners use for caravan parking. There is access around the whole property. At the rear is a beautiful large garden with far reaching panoramic views from the sea and Axe Cliff over to the countryside. From the conservatory is a paved patio with exterior courtesy light and external water tap. Steps up to a 2nd paved patio which leads up to the summer house (10\‘ 1\‘\‘ x 8\‘ 1\‘\‘ (3.070m x 2.456m). The summer house has a seating area to the front with views towards the sea, uPVC double glazed window and door. Steps with pergola lead up to 3rd patio area with raised flower bed to one side with shrubs and plants. Further mature pergola with 2 fence panels leads onto the lawned garden. The garden is enclosed to 3 sides and set over 2 levels with various shrubs and trees including fruit and fir trees. Towards the rear is a shed with uPVC double glazed window, vegetable plots and greenhouse. There is a paved path which leads around the entire garden to the front and side. At the rear of the property is a 2nd shed and out store with power (4\‘ 5\‘\‘ x 3\‘ 2\‘\‘ (1.334m x 0.962m).
Services:
All mains services connected.
Tenure:
We are advised the property is Freehold.
Council Tax:
We are advised the property is in Council Tax Band E.
Viewings:
Strictly by appointment, please, through the vendors\‘ sole agents Fortnam Smith & Banwell (Seaton) Ltd - Telephone 01297 23939.
Property Features :
- Substantial Detached Chalet Bungalow
- Beautiful Gardens & Patios
- Four Double Bedrooms & Two Bathrooms
- Detached Garage & Ample Parking
- Lovely Far Reaching Views Towards the Sea, Axe Cliff & Axe Valley
Property Info: