Property description
Leathermill is conveniently situated on the edge of this desirable East Devon woodland village with the local amenities easily accessible.
This is a unique and superb opportunity to acquire a period farmhouse, superior detached annexe and a self-contained studio apartment.
The farmhouse boasts a wealth of character and charm provided by many original features including exposed beams and fireplaces. The accommodation briefly comprises reception porch with natural stone tiled flooring creating a fine first impression. Hallway, sitting room with feature inglenook cottage style fireplace, spacious kitchen/breakfast room with a comprehensive range of units incorporating built-in appliances; this is a lovely room for a family to cook, dine and socialise together. There is also a dining room with utility area.
The ground floor bedroom suite comprises generous double room and shower room. On the first floor are three bedrooms and family bathroom. All principle rooms enjoy pleasant outlooks across the gardens and grounds. All the properties benefit from LPG gas central heating and extensive double glazing.
The mature gardens and grounds are another appealing feature, approaching one acre in all, being predominantly laid to lawn and interspersed with mature plants, shrubs and trees creating an interesting range of colour throughout the year. The substantial driveway provides parking for several vehicles and access to the garage block comprising double garage, workshop and self-contained studio apartment above. The superior detached annexe offers comfortable accommodation for holidays/lettings/family. There is also strong potential for a home business if required.
West Hill is an appealing and individual village with a mini-supermarket at its heart, open long hours and including a post office. There is also an excellent modern primary school, village hall, pretty church, garage and bus service. The town of Ottery St Mary is about 2 miles away (West Hill is in the catchment area for Kings School), medical centre and other shops/amenities. Exeter and the M5 (about 8 miles) is easily reached along the new A30 dual carriageway, Honiton with shops and station (Waterloo-Exeter) is about 8 miles and the coast at Sidmouth about 6 miles.
Freehold NO CHAIN VIEWING By prior appointment with Redferns, telephone 01404 814306
THE ACCOMMODATION (with approximate measurements) GROUND FLOOR Stable front door to RECEPTION PORCH: A lovely dual aspect room with exposed beams and natural stone tiled flooring creating a characterful first impression. Radiator. Attractive multi pane door with bevelled glass to
HALLWAY: Window to rear aspect. Stairs rising to first floor with attractive wrought iron balustrades, two wall light points, radiator, exposed beams to ceiling. Door to
SITTING ROOM: 13'11" x 12' (4.24m x 3.66m) A well appointed room with two double glazed windows to the front enjoying a pleasant outlook over the gardens, deep display sills. Impressive feature inglenook fireplace with multi fuel burner, exposed slate backing and quarry tiled hearth with intriguing bread oven beside creating a superb focal point. Two wall light points, television point and radiator. Glazed sliding doors to
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 17'9" x 12'4"(max) (5.45m x 3.79m) A superb, family orientated room with a comprehensive range of timber fronted cupboards and drawers allowing ample storage. Plenty of work surfaces with integrated ceramic hob, oven under and extractor above. Built-in fridge. Breakfast bar. Exposed beams to ceiling and feature inglenook style fireplace with large timber lintel, exposed slate throat and quarry tiled hearth. Radiator. Door to hallway. This is another dual aspect room with windows overlooking the front and rear gardens. Further door to
DINING ROOM: 16'9" x 14'8" (5.11m x 4.47m) Another dual aspect room with windows to side and rear overlooking the gardens. Plenty of room for family sized table and chairs. Radiator. Gas fired boiler (LPG) for central heating and domestic hot water. Utility area with space and plumbing for dishwasher and washing machine. Space for tumble dryer. Exposed beams to ceiling. Outside door and further door to
GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM SUITE: (max) (5.45m x 3.79m) Window to front with garden outlook, two wall light points, radiator.
Shower Room: Fitted with a modern white suite comprising shower cubicle with mains mixer shower unit, low level WC and pedestal hand basin. Part tiled walls. Heated towel rail.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING: Access hatch to loft space. Doors off
BEDROOM ONE: 17' x 12'8" (5.18m x 3.86m) A lovely double room with two double glazed windows again with pleasant outlook. Triple built-in wardrobes with hanging rail and cupboards above. Three wall light points and radiator.
BEDROOM TWO: 12'5" x 11'8" (3.78m x 3.56m) Double glazed window to front. Double built-in wardrobe with hanging rail and cupboard above. Two wall light points and radiator.
BEDROOM THREE: 8'10" x 7'2" (2.69m x 2.18m) Currently used as an office; fitted with a solid mahogany work station incorporating shelving. Radiator and wall light point.
FAMILY BATHROOM: Fitted with a modern white suite comprising panelled bath with mixer taps and shower attachment. Separate shower cubicle. Pedestal hand basin and low level WC. Extensive tiling to walls. Wall mounted heated towel rail. Linen cupboard with shelves. Double glazed Velux roof light and further double glazed window.
TO THE OUTSIDE The gardens and grounds are a particular feature; approaching one acre, professionally landscaped and laid mainly to lawn interspersed with a variety of mature plants, shrubs and trees. There are plenty of areas to enjoy sitting out/dining/entertaining whilst admiring the idyllic setting. Brick-built garden house with light and power.
This delightful property is approached via a long substantial gravel driveway providing ample parking for several vehicles and access to the
GARAGE BLOCK Comprising:- DOUBLE GARAGE AND WORKSHOP 26'3" x 19' (8m x 5.79m) Two remote operated electric up and over doors, light and power. A door connects the garage to the workshop. Further door to hallway with door to outside and radiator. Stairs rising to
STUDIO APARTMENT: 20'9" x 17'7"(6.32mx 5.36m) An open-plan arrangement with Kitchen Area including range of cupboards and drawers, single drainer sink unit, space for fridge and further appliances, work top space, extractor fan and double glazed windows. Two wall light points, radiator and telephone point. Door to Shower Room fitted with a stylish white suite comprising shower cubicle with Aqualisa shower unit, low level WC and pedestal hand basin, heated towel rail, extractor fan and Velux window.
SUPERIOR DETACHED ANNEXE This is of a solid construction and would lend itself as a comfortable home for an independent family member or as a holiday/lettings business.
Open porch with courtesy light and front door to hallway. Double glazed window to front, radiator and doors to
Sitting Room: 144 x 119 (4.37m x 3.58m) Lovely dual aspect room with double French doors and access to side patio. Radiator, television point, three wall light points, exposed beams to ceiling and archway to
Kitchen Area: 79 x 52 (2.36m x 1.57m) Fitted with a range of timber effect cupboards and drawers, incorporating space for modern appliances. Work top with inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit, ceramic hob with extractor above. Gas fired boiler (LPG) for central heating and domestic hot water. Double glazed window.
Bedroom: 158 x 104 (4.78m x 3.15m) Another dual aspect room, radiator, wall light point, exposed beams.
Shower Room: Fitted with a stylish white suite comprising shower cubicle with Mira mains mixer shower, low level WC and pedestal hand basin. Extensive tiling to walls, electric shaver point, extractor fan, obscure glazed window and ceramic tiled flooring.
OUTGOINGS Council tax band G SERVICES We understand mains electricity and water are connected. LPG gas central heating. Private septic tank.
IMPORTANT NOTICE 1. Every care is taken in preparing these particulars but they do not constitute nor constitute any part of an offer or a contract. They are prepared in good faith but they are for guidance only and intended to give a fair description of the property. 2. Statements contained in these particulars are not to be relied on as statements or representations of fact and are made without responsibility on the part of the agents or vendor. An intending purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each statement. The vendor does not make or give and neither the agents or their employees have authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property or its use. 3. Any reference to alterations to, or use of any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. These must be verified by any intending purchaser. 4. All properties are offered subject to contract and being unsold. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by any intending purchaser in inspecting any property which has been sold, let or withdrawn.5. The photographs show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances given are approximate only. 6. Descriptions of a property are inevitably subjective but we endeavour to make our particulars accurate. If there are any points of particular importance please contact us before viewing and we will be pleased to check or clarify information.
Redferns is a trading name of Redferns Ottery St Mary Limited Registered in England and Wales 4817078
Registered Office 1 Broad Street, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1BR
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