Property description
STUNNING RESIDENCE with FAR REACHING VIEWS to Dartmoor, set in a small hamlet close to the popular village of Shebbear. Believed to date in parts from the 18th century with ELEGANT Victorian additions the property offers great potential as a SUBSTANTIAL family home, dual family occupancy, or providing INCOME as a bed and breakfast or home with holiday let. Beautifully presented throughout and finished to the HIGHEST STANDARD the accommodation has great flexibility. The gardens encompass the property on three sides and contain a double garage with studio/home office above.
SITUATION:
This village was in the top 10 of a recent national report for the best places in England and Wales to bring up a family. Further complimented by the local internationally renowned Public School, Shebbear College. The village also offers many traditional amenities including mobile post office and library, shop, public house, doctors surgery, historic church, chapel, garage and primary school.
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This substantial home has previously been used for dual family occupancy and from time to time as a bed and breakfast. The Victorian Wing can be separated from the main residence with secured doors if desired.The property benefits from many character and period features including exposed beams, feature fireplaces and traditional stripped wood doors.In recent years the current owners have improved and upgraded the house with new kitchens and bathrooms and a dining room extension, which have all been finished to the highest standard.
VICTORIAN WING:
ENTRANCE HALL:
An elegant period style stained glass door leads to the hallway which boasts beautiful Victorian terrazzo flooring. Two radiators.
DRAWING ROOM: - 16' 11'' x 16' 4'' (5.15m x 4.97m)
A traditional stripped timber door leads to this well proportioned room, the fireplace has a wooden surround with decorative Victorian tiles and cast iron inset. The large uPVC sash window has views towards Dartmoor. Decorative cornicing. Television point. Wall light points. Radiator.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: - 14' 6'' x 13' 7'' (4.42m x 4.14m)
Fitted with a range of classic contemporary base and wall units with a roll edge work surface and tiled splash backs. Built in electric oven and hob with cooker hood over. One and half bowl sink and drainer. Space for washing machine and dishwasher. Space for full height fridge freezer. Tiled flooring. uPVC window overlooking rear gardens. uPVC stable door to outside seating area. Ample space for breakfast table and chairs.
UTILITY ROOM/LOBBY: - 10' 10'' x 9' 8'' (3.30m x 2.94m)
Fitted with a range of base and wall units providing extra storage, stairs to first floor.
BEDROOM 7/STUDY: - 10' 1'' x 9' 3'' (3.07m x 2.82m)
Currently used as a bedroom but could also be a further reception room. uPVC window to rear. Television point. Wall light points. Cupboard.
GROUND FLOOR EN SUITE: - 10' 0'' x 5' 0'' (3.05m x 1.52m)
Shower enclosure with electric shower. Low level wc. Bidet. Wash hand basin with cupboards beneath. Fully tiled. Wall heater.
CLOAKROOM:
Accessed from the lobby. Low level wc. Wall mounted wash hand basin. Fully tiled.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING:
Large uPVC sash window gives commanding country views towards Dartmoor. Door to main residence. Radiator.
BEDROOM 5: - 11' 7'' x 10' 6'' (3.53m x 3.20m)
Built-in wardrobe. uPVC sash window to rear aspect. Telephone and television point. Door to:
EN SUITE TO BEDROOM 5: - 5' 5'' x 5' 1'' (1.65m x 1.55m)
Fully tiled shower cubicle with electric shower. Low level wc. Wall mounted wash hand basin. Vanity light.
BEDROOM 6: - 14' 11'' x 10' 4'' (4.54m x 3.15m)
A pretty room with cast iron fireplace with timber surround, uPVC sash window to front with lovely Dartmoor views. Traditional tongue and groove panelling to walls. Fitted wardrobes. Television point. Door to:
EN SUITE TO BEDROOM 6: - 9' 1'' x 5' 0'' (2.77m x 1.52m)
Bath with mixer shower over. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level wc. Heated towel rail. uPVC window to rear. Traditional tongue and groove panelling to walls. Vanity light.
MAIN RESIDENCE
The main residence can be accessed from the hallway adjoining the Victorian wing or via a separate side entrance.
SITTING ROOM: - 17' 11'' x 15' 11'' (5.46m x 4.85m)
A spacious yet cosy room with fireplace housing a wood burning stove set on a stone hearth with bressumer beam above. A double uPVC window with shutters and exceptionally deep sill overlooks the garden towards to Dartmoor. Further uPVC window. Decorative recess. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Television point.
SNUG: - 16' 3'' x 9' 9'' (4.95m x 2.97m)
A useful room currently used as a studio, also an ideal family room or ground floor bedroom. Exposed stone wall and half height tongue and groove panelling add to the character of the room. Fireplace with wood surround and brick hearth. Built-in cupboard. Recessed built-in shelving. uPVC window to front. Radiator.
STUDY: - 15' 9'' x 9' 0'' (4.80m x 2.74m)
Accessed from the side hallway or utility room. Exposed stone fireplace with stone hearth housing range. Beamed ceiling. Tiled flooring. uPVC window overlooking swimming pool. Tiled floor. Radiator.
KITCHEN: - 15' 10'' x 13' 3'' (4.82m x 4.04m)
A superb family kitchen fitted with a range of ivory shaker style base and wall units, wide plate rack. Granite work surfaces. Belfast sink with antique style tap over. Space for range cooker set into recess with bressumer beam over. Island with cupboards beneath. Opening to:
DINING ROOM: - 18' 5'' x 10' 6'' (5.61m x 3.20m)
A more recent addition creating a fantastic family space with two sets of uPVC French doors leading onto the sun terrace and gardens. Exposed roof beams continue the character of the main residence into this light and bright room. Two further uPVC windows. Radiator. Door to:
CLOAKROOM:
Low level wc. Wash hand basin.
UTILITY ROOM: - 16' 9'' x 8' 11'' (5.10m x 2.72m)
Traditional style part glazed doors lead from the kitchen to this sizeable utility room with a range of base units with slate work surface over. Belfast sink. Space for two full height fridge freezers. Space for washing machine and tumble dryer. uPVC window to rear. Two velux windows.
SHOWER ROOM: - 7' 1'' x 6' 7'' (2.16m x 2.01m)
Shower cubicle with electric shower. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level wc. Heated towel rail. uPVC window to rear.
SIDE ENTRANCE:
The main residence can be accessed via a traditional door into this side hallway with an unusual polished floor and arched recess.
FIRST FLOOR:
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LANDING:
A rare curving staircase leads to the first floor landing. Useful storage cupboard. Radiator. Door to Victorian wing.
MASTER BEDROOM: - 18' 0'' x 13' 9'' (5.48m x 4.19m)
A master suite with a range of built-in wardrobes. uPVC window with deep sill with far reaching rural views. Door to:
EN SUITE:
Bath with central taps. Low level wc. Pedestal wash hand basin. Fully tiled. uPVC window to front. Heated towel rail. Feature recess.
BEDROOM 2: - 13' 8'' x 12' 8'' (4.16m x 3.86m)
An attractive room with exposed stone work and floorboards. Deep sill uPVC window with rural views. Radiator.
BEDROOM 4: - 12' 8'' x 7' 10'' (3.86m x 2.39m)
Exposed floorboards. Countryside views via uPVC window. Fitted wardrobes.
BEDROOM 3: - 11' 10'' x 8' 2'' (3.60m x 2.49m)
uPVC window to rear aspect. Vanity basin. Airing cupboard. Fitted wardrobes. Radiator.
FAMILY BATHROOM: - 12' 1'' max x 7' 0'' (3.68m x 2.13m)
Period style suite with pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc, panel enclosed bath and separate shower cubicle with mains fed shower. Traditional style tongue and groove panelling. Exposed floorboards. uPVC window to rear.
OUTSIDE:
FRONT:
A traditional low wall encloses the front gardens which are laid mainly to lawn with a path leading to the main entrance which in turn has a quarry tiled floor with pretty covered porch.There is off road parking for several cars and a separate lawned area.
REAR:
OFFICE/STUDIO: - 19' 0'' x 16' 5'' (5.79m x 5.00m)
Constructed above the garage with a separate external entrance, with permission for use as a holiday let. Window to front with stunning views. Velux window.
DOUBLE GARAGE: - 19' 5'' x 19' 4'' (5.91m x 5.89m)
Two set of double opening doors lead to the garage with power and light.There is a large parking area for several cars or leisure vehicles in front of the garage which is accessed via double gates.
GARDENS:
The rear gardens are laid mainly to lawn and are arranged over three levels, with the upper levels benefitting from Dartmoor views.Directly adjacent to the property there is a fabulous entertaining area with a large sun terrace with a covered seating area and a plunge pool.A further seating area is located to the rear of the Victorian extension.
SERVICES:
Mains water and electric. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage. Broadband connected.
LOCAL AUTHORITY:
Torridge District CouncilRiverbank HouseBidefordDevonEX39 2QGTel: 01237 428700Web: customer.services@torridge.gov.ukPlanning Department: 01237 428711
COUNCIL TAX BANDS:
E & C
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Property Features :
- Period Farmhouse with Victorian Extension
- Dual Occupancy/Income Potential
- Far Reaching Dartmoor Views
- Seven Bedrooms
- Five Reception Rooms
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