House For Sale £925,000
A unique individual country residence offering 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, set in established landscaped grounds with 2 double garages. In total approximately 0.7 acres.
Silver Birches is a most attractive individual detached residence which was constructed during the 1950’s and in more recent times has been subject to considerable enlargement, modernisation and the addition of second double garage. The main house offers over 2500 sq. Ft of accommodation over two floors and enjoys plenty of natural light with many dual aspect rooms which overlook the stunning gardens. On entering the property you are greeted by a central entrance hallway with hardwood parquet flooring that continues through to the impressive kitchen. The formal sitting room features a wood burning stove and double doors which lead through to the garden room. This is a beautiful L-shaped single storey room that overlooks the main garden and offers a great deal of flexibility to prospective purchasers; an ideal space for entertaining as this room adjoins the kitchen/ dining room and has splendid views as well as access out to both patios. The accommodation continues with a sizeable kitchen/ dining room, fitted with a wide range of units, integrated appliances, granite work surfacing and a breakfast bar between the kitchen & dining area. There is also a connecting utility room finished to the same high standard, the seller's study, downstairs cloakroom and access to the integral double garage. The ground floor accommodation has been well planned with large open plan spaces and the opportunity to section these off for a more traditional layout. Situated off of the galleried landing are five double bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom. Of particular note is the spacious master suite with built in wardrobes, a beautiful en suite shower room and window seat. There is a further en suite to the second bedroom. Silver Birches is presented in excellent condition throughout and truly needs to be viewed to appreciate the size and the privacy of the house and gardens.
The property is situated in the small district of Blackpool Corner which is just north of Raymonds Hill. Blackpool Corner consists of a selection of individual properties set five miles inland from the Jurassic coastline. The surrounding area provides excellent rural actives with the National Trusts Lamberts Castle and the Marshwood Vale close by. The nearby village of Hawkchurch has a public inn, village shop and parish church. Lyme Regis (4 miles) is a most popular and picturesque coastal town noted for its attractive period buildings, the famous centuries-old Cobb and harbour. In the town is an excellent selection of facilities including many independent shops, supermarkets and a number of restaurants and hotels, together with theatre and various museums. A short walk from the high street is the charming award-winning sandy beach, ideal for families, the harbour, popular with anglers and those keen on deep sea fishing trips, the sailing and power boat clubs. Axminster (3 miles) is a country town on the eastern fringes of Devon, close to the border with Dorset. It offers a selection of shops including two supermarkets, churches and a main line railway station on the Exeter to Waterloo line. It is also home to Hugh Fernley-Whittingstall’s River Cottage Canteen.
Education
Primary schooling at Axminster, Hawkchurch and Uplyme. Good state secondary schools at Axminster, Woodroffe at Lyme Regis or the highly regarded Colyton Grammar School. Independent schools in the area include St Johns at Sidmouth, Chard School, Perrott Hill at Crewkerne, the Exeter and Taunton Schools.
Sporting
Racing at Taunton or Exeter. Golf at Axe Cliff, Cricket St Thomas, Seaton or Honiton. Sailing on the coast at Lyme Regis and Seaton. Swimming, leisure and sports clubs/facilities in both Axminster and Lyme Regis.<br/><br/>
Silver Birches is a most attractive individual detached residence which was constructed during the 1950’s and in more recent times has been subject to considerable enlargement, modernisation and the addition of second double garage. The main house offers over 2500 sq. Ft of accommodation over two floors and enjoys plenty of natural light with many dual aspect rooms which overlook the stunning gardens. On entering the property you are greeted by a central entrance hallway with hardwood parquet flooring that continues through to the impressive kitchen. The formal sitting room features a wood burning stove and double doors which lead through to the garden room. This is a beautiful L-shaped single storey room that overlooks the main garden and offers a great deal of flexibility to prospective purchasers; an ideal space for entertaining as this room adjoins the kitchen/ dining room and has splendid views as well as access out to both patios. The accommodation continues with a sizeable kitchen/ dining room, fitted with a wide range of units, integrated appliances, granite work surfacing and a breakfast bar between the kitchen & dining area. There is also a connecting utility room finished to the same high standard, the seller's study, downstairs cloakroom and access to the integral double garage. The ground floor accommodation has been well planned with large open plan spaces and the opportunity to section these off for a more traditional layout. Situated off of the galleried landing are five double bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom. Of particular note is the spacious master suite with built in wardrobes, a beautiful en suite shower room and window seat. There is a further en suite to the second bedroom. Silver Birches is presented in excellent condition throughout and truly needs to be viewed to appreciate the size and the privacy of the house and gardens.
The property is situated in the small district of Blackpool Corner which is just north of Raymonds Hill. Blackpool Corner consists of a selection of individual properties set five miles inland from the Jurassic coastline. The surrounding area provides excellent rural actives with the National Trusts Lamberts Castle and the Marshwood Vale close by. The nearby village of Hawkchurch has a public inn, village shop and parish church. Lyme Regis (4 miles) is a most popular and picturesque coastal town noted for its attractive period buildings, the famous centuries-old Cobb and harbour. In the town is an excellent selection of facilities including many independent shops, supermarkets and a number of restaurants and hotels, together with theatre and various museums. A short walk from the high street is the charming award-winning sandy beach, ideal for families, the harbour, popular with anglers and those keen on deep sea fishing trips, the sailing and power boat clubs. Axminster (3 miles) is a country town on the eastern fringes of Devon, close to the border with Dorset. It offers a selection of shops including two supermarkets, churches and a main line railway station on the Exeter to Waterloo line. It is also home to Hugh Fernley-Whittingstall’s River Cottage Canteen.
Education
Primary schooling at Axminster, Hawkchurch and Uplyme. Good state secondary schools at Axminster, Woodroffe at Lyme Regis or the highly regarded Colyton Grammar School. Independent schools in the area include St Johns at Sidmouth, Chard School, Perrott Hill at Crewkerne, the Exeter and Taunton Schools.
Sporting
Racing at Taunton or Exeter. Golf at Axe Cliff, Cricket St Thomas, Seaton or Honiton. Sailing on the coast at Lyme Regis and Seaton. Swimming, leisure and sports clubs/facilities in both Axminster and Lyme Regis.<br/><br/>
