Property description
Occupying a truly stunning location this fine detached 3 bed bungalow boasts a breathtaking view over the immediately adjoining Taw and Torridge Estuary and is complimented beautifully by mature gardens. Set on the edge of the village yet still within an almost level walk of the Quayside and shops.
Vestibule porch, 27' entrance hall, lounge with study area, fabulous 33' conservatory, kitchen, utility room, 3 double bedrooms, shower room and large bathroom. Outside - Brick paved frontage allowing ample parking. Integral garage with automatic door. Truly delightful mature rear gardens which enjoy a stunning view.
This is a rare opportunity to purchase a modern detached bungalow situated at the waters edge and enjoying a stunning location which backs onto the tidal Estuary of the Rivers Taw and Torridge with direct access from the garden to the coastal path and foreshore and with views from Baggy Point over the Bay to Lundy in the west.
The property was commissioned to be built by the present owners and completed in 1995. Since construction the property has been well kept and continually improved which has included the introduction of a stunning conservatory which takes full advantage of the breathtaking view. The gardens have matured beautifully and compliment the bungalow and their surroundings extremely well.
The village centre and quayside of Appledore is an easy and almost level walk away being popular for its 'Olde Worlde' charm, narrow streets which are full of character cottages and former merchantman's houses with ancient links to the shipbuilding and fishing industries. There is a host of locally owned shops and stores, churches, public houses/restaurants and a local junior/infants school. Regular bus services commute to the nearby Port and Market town of Bideford (3 miles) and also the seaside resort of Westward Ho! with its adjoining championship golf course.
SERVICES: All mains services. Gas fired central heating. Upvc double glazed windows and external doors. Wired for burglar alarm system.
COUNCIL TAX BAND: E
DIRECTIONS TO FIND: The property is situated at the far western end of Appledore so for viewings it is considered best to approach the property via 'Watertown'. From Bideford proceed to the Heywood Road roundabout at the end of the Torridge Bridge continuing straight through as signposted to Appledore etc. After passing the Durrant House Hotel on the right-hand side take the next main turning on the right as signposted to Appledore. Continue along this road and after passing Appledore Football Club on your right take the next turn left down into Broad Lane. At the bottom of the road turn right and continue into Watertown. On entering Appledore the property will be found to be the first property on the left-hand side.
The accommodation is at present arranged to provide (measurements are approximate):-
VESTIBULE PORCH: 7'8\" x 7'8\" (2.34m x 2.34m) An impressive approach to the property with semi vaulted ceiling having 2 inset Velux windows. 2 Upvc double glazed windows with fitted vertical blinds. Central heating radiator. Tiled floor. Multi paned glazed door to:-
ENTRANCE HALL: 27' (8.23m) long. Large built-in cupboard with hanging rail and shelving. Walk-in cupboard with shelving that also houses the Worcester combination boiler. Access hatch to loft space. 4 Up-lighters plus inset ceiling lights. Central heating radiator. Telephone point. Carpet as laid.
LOUNGE: 15'1\" x 12'11\" (4.6m x 3.94m) plus
STUDY AREA: 7'7\" x 5'7\" (2.31m x 1.7m) Open fireplace with marble surround and hearth. Television point. 5 Up-lighters plus inset ceiling spot lights. 2 Central heating radiators. Telephone point. Fitted dresser unit. Carpet as laid. Upvc double glazed windows with front and rear aspect. Upvc double glazed 'French style' doors give access to the:-
CONSERVATORY: 33'1\" x 9'5\" (10.08m x 2.87m) Truly stunning aspect down through the garden and with the river estuary immediately beyond. Upvc double glazed having Venetian blinds. Polycarbonate roof. Fitted corner unit. Vinyl floor covering. To one end there is a upvc double glazed door that opens out to a paved terrace that enjoys a direct view over the Burrows with Westward Ho! beyond. At the other end a wide sliding upvc double glazed door gives access to the garden.
KITCHEN: 10'8\" x 9'7\" (3.25m x 2.92m) Upvc double glazed window with aspect through the conservatory and out to the vista beyond. 'L' shaped working surface, complimented by wall tiling, incorporating 4 ring gas hob (concealed filtered extractor over) and stainless steel single drainer sink unit with a good range of cupboards and drawers under plus recess for dishwasher. Built-in 'eye level' double oven with cupboards above and below. Further working surface with cupboard, drawer and appliance recess under. Matching range of wall cupboards plus provision for wall mounted microwave. Shelved larder cupboard. Central heating radiator. Inset ceiling spot lights. Television point. Tiled floor.
UTILITY ROOM: 9'9\" x 6'2\" (2.97m x 1.88m) Matching units to the kitchen. Working surface, complimented by wall tiling, incorporating stainless steel single drainer sink unit with cupboard and appliance recess for washing machine and tumble dryer under. 2 Shelved larder style cupboards. Wall cabinets. Ample room for a fridge/freezer. Inset ceiling spot lights. Upvc double glazed door with Venetian blind gives access to the conservatory. Tiled floor.
SHOWER ROOM: 6'8\" x 6'8\" (2.03m x 2.03m) Part wall tiling. Obscure upvc double glazed window with vertical blinds. Low level wc. Pedestal wash hand basin with fitted mirror, light and shaver point over. Shower cubicle with Mira Advance shower, glazed side screen and door. Ceiling lights and extractor fan. Towel rail design central heating radiator. Tiled floor.
BEDROOM 3/DINING ROOM: 10'10\" x 9'8\" (3.3m x 2.95m) Upvc double glazed window to the front. Multi paned double doors. 4 Up-lights and inset ceiling spot lights. Television point. Central heating radiator. Carpet as laid.
BEDROOM 2: 12'10\" x 9'8\" (3.91m x 2.95m) Upvc double glazed window to the front. 2 Recess fitted double wardrobes with hanging rails and shelving. Inset ceiling spot lights. Central heating radiator. Carpet as laid.
BATHROOM: 9'8\" x 9'8\" (2.95m x 2.95m) Part wall tiling. 'His & Hers' vanity wash hand basins having large fitted wall mirror over. Storage cupboards. Low level wc. Panelled bath with tap and shower combination. Inset ceiling lights. Obscure double glazed window with roller blind. Central heating radiator. Extractor fan. Tiled floor.
MASTER BEDROOM: 13'8\" (4.17m) max x 13'5\" (4.09m) Truly superb aspect from the main window with upvc double glazed door giving access into and a view through the conservatory. Range of fitted and freestanding matching bedroom furniture which includes 2 double wardrobes with central dressing table, bed side cabinets and drawer unit. 2 Up-lighters plus inset ceiling spot lights. Central heating radiator. Telephone and television point. Carpet as laid.
OUTSIDE: The property is approached through a wide 5 bar gate which gives access to an extensive brick paved frontage allowing for ample parking and turning. Well screened to the front with nature hedging, deep borders having a number of mature shrubs and small trees. Access pathways to either side of the bungalow lead around to the rear.
GARAGE: 15'9\" x 10'7\" (4.8m x 3.23m) Automatic roller door. Power and light. Rafter storage. Upvc double glazed rear door.
The rear garden is a fabulous compliment to the bungalow having matured beautifully and offering great privacy. A fine paved terrace adjoins a substantial lawned garden which is bordered by an array of shrubs and plants. Sheltered decked seating area. Vegetable garden with useful garden shed. To the lower end of the garden is a further seating area with stone chippings and miniature pond. To the bottom of the garden is the 'Lookout' a partly open fronted timber structure situated to enjoy the uninterrupted view with brick paved and stone chipping surround.
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