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FOR SALE  |  Forestry Houses, Eggesford

£299,950

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Beautifully located country residence set in large private garden to almost 1 acre, set on the edge of the lovely Eggesford Forest enjoying much seclusion

3 BEDROOMS, LARGE CONSERVATORY ENTRANCE, LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM/SNUG, STUDY, KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, UTILITY, CONSERVATORY SIDE ENTRANCE, TWO BATHROOMS, LARGE GARDENS & GROUNDS OF ALMOST AN ACRE, SUMMER HOUSE

DESCRIPTION This well appointed semi-detached residence is beautifully situated on the fringe of the lovely Eggesford Forest in the heart of the Taw Valley, set in a very large mature garden believed to extend to almost 1 acre, and enjoying a lovely wooded outlook. The property, a former Forestry Commission house, is located about 11 miles north west of Crediton, which is easily accessed via the A377. The small town of Chulmleigh and its neighbouring village of Chawleigh are about 3 miles away as is the picturesque village of Lapford. There are wonderful woodland walks through Eggesford Forest just to the rear of the property (an absolute haven for children and pets!) which contain a very rich and diverse habitat for a wide variety of birds, mammals and insects. It is the site of the Forestry Commission's first planting in 1919 and some of the early trees still remain.

The house offers excellent 3-bedroomed accommodation which has been extended to the rear, plus a splendid uPVC double glazed conservatory to the front (and 2nd conservatory/entrance to the side), 3 reception rooms and a recently fitted kitchen.

The property is built of brick faced cavity walls under an insulated tiled roof, which was completely re-roofed by the present owners some years ago. Some of the windows have been replaced with uPVC double glazing, and there is gas-fired central heating (LPG) through a very efficient Veissmann condensing boiler, with radiators throughout.

Interesting note: Planning permission was obtained a few years ago to extend the first floor accommodation to create a 4th bedroom.

DIRECTIONS TO THE PROPERTY : From Crediton, take the A377 road in a northerly direction, passing through Copplestone, on through the hamlet of Morchard Road, staying on the A377 to the tiny hamlet of Chenson. From Chenson proceed exactly 8 tenths of a mile, and turn right into a private driveway. Woodscombe is a few yards up the drive, on the right.

The accommodation comprises, with approximate measurements

GROUND FLOOR

LARGE CONSERVATORY ENTRANCE 22'8 x 11'6 (6.91m x 3.51m) narrowing to 6'9 A splendid addition to the property enjoying lovely views over the garden and woodland beyond. Terracotta style ceramic tiled floor. uPVC double glazed construction with clear double glazed roof, light/fan fitting, two radiators, twin double glazed doors to front garden, two double wall lights.

INNER HALL 3'9 x 4'5 (1.14m x 1.35m) Staircase to first floor.

LIVING ROOM 18'2 x 11'8 (5.54m x 3.56m) Two radiators, brick fireplace with glass/cast iron fronted multi fuel burner, two double wall lights, telephone point, TV aerial point.

DINING ROOM / SNUG 11'4 x 9'8 (3.45m x 2.95m) Understairs cupboard with shelving, attractive recessed fireplace in Tavistock Stone with cast iron glass front multi fuel burner, Morso (Squirrel).

STUDY 9'8 x 6'5 (2.95m x 1.96m) Radiator, alarm number pad. WALK IN STORAGE CUPBOARD 6'5 x 3'2 (1.96m x 0.97m) with shelving.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 14'4 x 10'9 (4.37m x 3.28m) Extensively fitted with a range of oak fronted shaker style units having long chrome handles and affording ample base and wall cupboard storage space. Polished granite working surfaces (with matching splash backs), inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink (with mixer tap), space for range style cooker with stainless steel splashback and double size stainless steel cooker hood over. Space and plumbing for dishwasher, recessed wine storage, glass fronted display units and corner shelving. Integrated fridge, double radiator, towel recess.

UTILITY ROOM 10'8 x 8'1 (3.25m x 2.46m) Oak fronted base unit with long chrome handles, polished granite working surfaces, polished granite splash backs, space for fridge, space and plumbing for automatic washing machine, space and vent for tumble drier, towel recess.
Glazed inner door to

CONSERVATORY SIDE ENTRANCE 9'9 x 9'3 (2.97m x 2.82m) of uPVC double glazed construction having 13amp power, lighting, opaque polycarbonate roof, twin double glazed French doors with multi locking points.

BATHROOM 2 10'8 x 6'6 (3.25m x 1.98m) White suite comprising bath with Mira Advance shower unit and glazed screen over. Low level WC, pedestal basin, attractive wall tiling, extractor fan, double radiator, airing cupboard having large factory insulated water cylinder and immersion heater (serving bathroom and utility room).

FIRST FLOOR

Stairs to LANDING 9'3 x 6' (2.82m x 1.83m) max. Boiler/airing cupboard having recently fitted Veissmann condensing boiler (LPG), factory insulated water cylinder under (with immersion heater).

Access to fully insulated part boarded loft space. Separate access to

MASTER BEDROOM 1 11'10 x 11'8 (3.61m x 3.56m) max Extensive range of built in wardrobes with built in shelving, clothes rails, drawers and recessed shelving to side. Overbed cupboards, ornamental recesses, telephone point, radiator, lovely views over the garden and woodland beyond.

BEDROOM 2 12' x 9'8 (3.66m x 2.95m) Radiator, recessed wardrobe with shelving and clothes rail, views over the garden and woodland beyond.

BEDROOM 3 8'7 x 7' (2.62m x 2.13m) Built in bed with shelving and drawers under, radiator, recessed wardrobe with clothes rail and shelving.

FAMILY BATHROOM 6'8 x 6' (2.03m x 1.83m) White suite comprising bath (with Mira Sport electric shower and bi-folding shower screen over bath). Pedestal basin, low level WC, radiator, fully tiled surrounds, triple spotlight fitting.

OUTSIDE

A wide opening with twin gates lead in from the private lane leads into a spacious parking and turning area, opening out into LARGE, and beautifully laid out GARDENS and GROUNDS which we are informed extend to almost 1 ACRE.

THE GROUNDS are truly wonderful, being mostly private and superbly laid out with large sweeping lawned areas with numerous well stocked flower and shrub borders, many mature trees, well kept hedges and orchard area. Sheltered south facing raised paved PATIO immediately to the front of the house with ornamental pond and fountain. Outside water tap and security lighting.

Recently erected detached SWISS CHALET style timber summer house/outbuilding comprising large timber decked patio area and covered veranda. Outside lighting. Internal dimensions 12'3 x 9'3 (3.73m x 2.82m) with lighting and 13 amp power. This building provides an excellent place to relax and enjoy the garden and wooded scenery.

Concrete pathways lead to a wild garden area to the rear, LPG storage cylinders (the current owners have an arrangement where the gas suppliers automatically top-up with gas when required).

Note: The neighbouring property has a right of access at the very bottom part of the garden if required (the furthest part away from the house), although we are informed by the current owners that this is very seldom used.

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