Property description
Heronsbridge sits well within large private gardens which enjoy a good degree of privacy being well screened by many established trees and shrubs. Tucked away on the Western fringe in one of Budleigh Salterton's premier residential locations. Constructed in the mid 1990's the property which is situated amongst similar high quality homes, is an imposing detached residence which has been thoughtfully designed with family living very much in mind.
Entrance Porch
Reception Hall & Galleried Landing
Cloakroom
Dual Aspect Sitting Room With Wide Fireplace
Spacious Dining Room
Study
Kitchen Breakfast Room With Aga Cooker
Utility Room
West Facing Conservatory
Large Principle Bedroom Suite With Balcony
Guest Bedroom Suite With Balcony
Two Further Bedrooms En-Suite
Lounge/Bedroom Five With Balcony
Dressing Room
Large Secluded Gardens
Double Garage
Ample Private Parking
Description | Tucked away on the Western fringe in one of Budleigh Salterton's premier residential locations, 'Heronsbank' sits well within large private gardens which enjoy a good degree of privacy being well screened by many established trees and shrubs. Constructed in the mid 1990's the property which is situated amongst similar high quality homes, is an imposing detached residence which has been thoughtfully designed with family living very much in mind.
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. | The principle reception and bedrooms have been arranged to take full advantage of the Westerly aspect over the rear garden and charming water feature and small waterfall linked by Budleigh Brook. An impressive reception hall overlooked from a galleried landing has an archway and two steps down to a wonderful dining room with French doors onto the rear terrace. The principle reception room features a wide inglenook style fireplace and again French doors opening onto the garden terrace. A modern kitchen breakfast room very much the focal point for the family, is comprehensively fitted with storage units and appliances including a gas fired Aga cooker. There is also a study and a spacious and well fitted utility room.
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. | On the first floor the master bedroom is worthy of particular mention being some 22 feet square and having access to a well appointed en-suite bathroom and to a balcony which extends almost across the full length of the house. There are three further generously sized en-suite bedrooms and bedroom five situated adjacent to the master bedroom which is currently utilised as a lounge. The internal presentation is enhanced with modern sanitary ware, ceiling corniching and a good use of wall and ceiling down lighting. The property additionally benefits from Upvc double glazing and a mains gas fired central heating system.
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. | 'Heronsbank' is approached through substantial double wrought iron gates with lamps which open onto a sweeping circular pavioured driveway providing ample parking and complimented with walled shrub beds. To the side of the house there is an integral double garage and gate providing access to the rear garden. The garden is a real delight having a shaped lawn attractively bordered by flower beds and many specimen trees and shrubs. As previously mentioned, Budleigh Brook runs along the left hand boundary of the garden being diverted via a sluice gate and providing a wonderful peaceful setting having a large pond and a walled stream with waterfall crossed by two bridges. There are also two striking 'grottos' and gravelled sitting area with exterior lighting. The garden can be enjoyed not only from the conservatory but also from a wide paved terrace extending across the rear of the house and incorporating a veranda with flood lighting.
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Location | Budleigh Salterton is a popular seaside town situated on the beautiful National Heritage coast between the larger towns of Sidmouth and Exmouth. Originally the hamlet of Salterton on the Rolle Estate, the town developed in the early 19th Century and essentially consists of an assortment of cottages and Victorian villas as well as impressive early 20th Century residences.
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. | The town benefits from a good range of shopping and other facilities as well as cricket, bowls, croquet, tennis clubs, museum, restaurants and a highly regarded cliff top golf course. A more extensive range of amenities and educational facilities are available in the University and Cathedral City of Exeter with a rail link to London, an international airport with a growing list of destinations and access to the M5 Motorway. Sailing is available on the River Exe Estuary and lovely walks can be enjoyed on the scenic South West coastal path and on Woodbury Common, some 2800 acres of intact pebbled heath land a few miles inland where there is also a popular and well known golf course.
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Services | All mains services.
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Distances | Exeter City Centre- 12.0 Miles Sidmouth 7.7 Miles Exmouth - 3.8 Miles Junction 30 (M5) 8.9 Miles
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Directions | From Budleigh Salterton proceed West along the High Street and on reaching the traffic lights at Station Road continue along West Hill Road for about 300 metres to the turning into Little Knowle on the right hand side. Continue for approximately 230 metres where the property will be found on the left.
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