House For Sale £750,000
A well presented detached character residence on the fringe of this sought after village, close to the North Devon coast. Versatile accommodation which includes; Porch, Hall, Sitting Room, Snug, Reception Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Utility Room, Cloakroom, 4 Double Bedrooms (2 En-suite), Family Bathroom, Front patio, Ample off street parking, Generous gardens with various seating areas. Ideal main home with annexe potential. Council Tax Band D. Freehold. EPC Band C
Situation & Amenities - Greenways Cottage is nestled in an elevated position on the fringe of the sought after village of West Down, enjoying fine pastoral views. The village, that one drives to rather than through, is situated approximately 15 minutes from the North Devon Coastline. The village amenities include a community shop, village pub, church and an excellent primary school which continues to produce outstanding reports from Ofsted. There is also a regular bus service too and from the village which is situated equidistant from the coastal town of Ilfracombe and the larger village of Braunton. Woolacombe Bay with its award winning 'Blue Flag' surfing beach is approximately 4 miles away, with the other well-known resorts of Croyde, Putsborough and Saunton (also with championship golf course) nearby. Barnstaple the regional centre is easily accessible, within around 30 minutes and offers many of the big-name shops, a rail link, live theatre and District Hospital, as well as direct access onto the main A361 North Devon Link Road, which joins the M5 at Junction 27 and where Tiverton Parkway offers a fast service of trains to London Paddington in just over 2 hours.
Description - Available to the open market for the first time in nearly 60 years, this detached character cottage presents elevations of painted render and hard wood double glazing beneath a slate roof. The vendors have extended and remodelled this charming residence to combine period features with 21st Centaury refinements. The accommodation is spacious and versatile with potential to create a separate annexe to the West wing of the cottage. Externally there is ample off street parking and generous terraced gardens. All in all an ideal country home.
Ground Floor - FRONT PORCH with solid wood door, double glazed panes, opening to the PORCH AREA with space for coat storage, window to front. A further solid wood door opens to the ENTRANCE HALL with exposed beams, carpet, radiator, stairs to the first floor with storage under. Solid wood latch door opening to SITTING/READING ROOM with window to front, exposed beams, log burner set in a brick surround fireplace, carpet, wooden bi-fold doors opening to the SNUG This is a dual aspect room with windows to rear elevation with incredible views over the valley and countryside beyond. Double doors opening onto patio, engineered oak flooring with under floor heating, internal window to the KITCHEN. Sizable, fitted kitchen with windows to the front elevation, ample work surfaces with storage below, gas fired AGA, a range of fitted items including stainless steel sink, integrated dishwasher, integrated electric oven, space for a tall fridge freezer, open doorway leading through to the DINING ROOM this is a dual aspect with windows to rear and side, tall windows and double doors opening to the breakfast terrace, again enjoying fine views over the valley and towards the village. Engineered oak flooring and exposed beams. REAR PORCH with cupboards that are ideal for coat storage, door opening to UTILITY ROOM window to rear and side, solid-wood work surfaces with storage above and below, stainless steel sink, plumbing for washing machine, wall mounted gas boiler. CLOAKROOM WC.
First Floor - LANDING with window to rear elevation, engineered oak flooring in the main area with small area of carpet. Loft hatch to insulated loft space. Airing cupboard. PRIMARY BEDROOM spacious triple aspect suite, windows to both sides and the rear. Double doors opening to balcony with fine views over the valley and village to the side. Exposed beams, engineered oak flooring with underfloor heating, walk in closet with ample hanging space. EN-SUITE with window to side elevation, large mains fed shower cubicle, hand wash basin with storage below, WC, combination electric/hot water towel rail, solid wood flooring. BEDROOM 2 dual aspect with views over to the side and front, again showcasing the village and countryside. Fitted wardrobes, carpet and radiator. BEDROOM 3 feature exposed beam, two windows to front elevation. FAMILY BATHROOM with window to side, panel bath, pedestal hand wash basin, low level WC, vinyl flooring.
Potential Annexe - The 'west wing' of the house has potential to be separated into an ancillary annexe (subject to the necessary consents), ideal for dual occupancy or potential holiday let. This consists of:
GROUND FLOOR - SITTING ROOM, dual aspect to side and front, stairs up to the FIRST FLOOR - DOUBLE BEDROOM SUITE, dual aspect to front and side, fitted cupboards, storage over the stairs, column radiator. EN-SUITE electric shower cubicle, hand wash basin with storage below, low level WC.
Outside - At the front of the property are large slate paving slabs, which lead up to the front porch. Attractive stone walling. Path leading through to a further pation area, ideal for enjoying the early morning sun. Raised patio with lawn below. Variety of well-tended flowerbeds with a wide variety of colourful plants. Steps lead down to a newly laid tarmac drive with off street parking for at least 5 cars, space to erect a carport or garage (subject to planning permission). There is a lawned and newly planted hedgerow by the roadside. The upper garden continues round with further rockery, again with slate path leading through, there is a pond, two-tiered lawn and courtyard area which would be ideal for evening alfresco dining. Path leading to the side of the property which could be ideal for storing surfboards etc.
Services - Mains electric, gas and water. Private drainage.
Agents Note - An adjoining plot is available by separate negotiation, this has planning consent for a 4/5 bedroom house.
Directions - From Braunton head north on the A361 towards Ilfracombe. Continue through the village of Knowle past the Dog rescue centre on your left and after the former Fox Hunters Inn bear right signed West Down. As you approach the village, at the next junction, turn right passing the village stores on your right, keep the church to your left then, take the next right on to Rock Hill. Continue for approximately 250 meters and you will find entrance to the lane on the left hand side, with for sale sign clearly displayed.
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Situation & Amenities - Greenways Cottage is nestled in an elevated position on the fringe of the sought after village of West Down, enjoying fine pastoral views. The village, that one drives to rather than through, is situated approximately 15 minutes from the North Devon Coastline. The village amenities include a community shop, village pub, church and an excellent primary school which continues to produce outstanding reports from Ofsted. There is also a regular bus service too and from the village which is situated equidistant from the coastal town of Ilfracombe and the larger village of Braunton. Woolacombe Bay with its award winning 'Blue Flag' surfing beach is approximately 4 miles away, with the other well-known resorts of Croyde, Putsborough and Saunton (also with championship golf course) nearby. Barnstaple the regional centre is easily accessible, within around 30 minutes and offers many of the big-name shops, a rail link, live theatre and District Hospital, as well as direct access onto the main A361 North Devon Link Road, which joins the M5 at Junction 27 and where Tiverton Parkway offers a fast service of trains to London Paddington in just over 2 hours.
Description - Available to the open market for the first time in nearly 60 years, this detached character cottage presents elevations of painted render and hard wood double glazing beneath a slate roof. The vendors have extended and remodelled this charming residence to combine period features with 21st Centaury refinements. The accommodation is spacious and versatile with potential to create a separate annexe to the West wing of the cottage. Externally there is ample off street parking and generous terraced gardens. All in all an ideal country home.
Ground Floor - FRONT PORCH with solid wood door, double glazed panes, opening to the PORCH AREA with space for coat storage, window to front. A further solid wood door opens to the ENTRANCE HALL with exposed beams, carpet, radiator, stairs to the first floor with storage under. Solid wood latch door opening to SITTING/READING ROOM with window to front, exposed beams, log burner set in a brick surround fireplace, carpet, wooden bi-fold doors opening to the SNUG This is a dual aspect room with windows to rear elevation with incredible views over the valley and countryside beyond. Double doors opening onto patio, engineered oak flooring with under floor heating, internal window to the KITCHEN. Sizable, fitted kitchen with windows to the front elevation, ample work surfaces with storage below, gas fired AGA, a range of fitted items including stainless steel sink, integrated dishwasher, integrated electric oven, space for a tall fridge freezer, open doorway leading through to the DINING ROOM this is a dual aspect with windows to rear and side, tall windows and double doors opening to the breakfast terrace, again enjoying fine views over the valley and towards the village. Engineered oak flooring and exposed beams. REAR PORCH with cupboards that are ideal for coat storage, door opening to UTILITY ROOM window to rear and side, solid-wood work surfaces with storage above and below, stainless steel sink, plumbing for washing machine, wall mounted gas boiler. CLOAKROOM WC.
First Floor - LANDING with window to rear elevation, engineered oak flooring in the main area with small area of carpet. Loft hatch to insulated loft space. Airing cupboard. PRIMARY BEDROOM spacious triple aspect suite, windows to both sides and the rear. Double doors opening to balcony with fine views over the valley and village to the side. Exposed beams, engineered oak flooring with underfloor heating, walk in closet with ample hanging space. EN-SUITE with window to side elevation, large mains fed shower cubicle, hand wash basin with storage below, WC, combination electric/hot water towel rail, solid wood flooring. BEDROOM 2 dual aspect with views over to the side and front, again showcasing the village and countryside. Fitted wardrobes, carpet and radiator. BEDROOM 3 feature exposed beam, two windows to front elevation. FAMILY BATHROOM with window to side, panel bath, pedestal hand wash basin, low level WC, vinyl flooring.
Potential Annexe - The 'west wing' of the house has potential to be separated into an ancillary annexe (subject to the necessary consents), ideal for dual occupancy or potential holiday let. This consists of:
GROUND FLOOR - SITTING ROOM, dual aspect to side and front, stairs up to the FIRST FLOOR - DOUBLE BEDROOM SUITE, dual aspect to front and side, fitted cupboards, storage over the stairs, column radiator. EN-SUITE electric shower cubicle, hand wash basin with storage below, low level WC.
Outside - At the front of the property are large slate paving slabs, which lead up to the front porch. Attractive stone walling. Path leading through to a further pation area, ideal for enjoying the early morning sun. Raised patio with lawn below. Variety of well-tended flowerbeds with a wide variety of colourful plants. Steps lead down to a newly laid tarmac drive with off street parking for at least 5 cars, space to erect a carport or garage (subject to planning permission). There is a lawned and newly planted hedgerow by the roadside. The upper garden continues round with further rockery, again with slate path leading through, there is a pond, two-tiered lawn and courtyard area which would be ideal for evening alfresco dining. Path leading to the side of the property which could be ideal for storing surfboards etc.
Services - Mains electric, gas and water. Private drainage.
Agents Note - An adjoining plot is available by separate negotiation, this has planning consent for a 4/5 bedroom house.
Directions - From Braunton head north on the A361 towards Ilfracombe. Continue through the village of Knowle past the Dog rescue centre on your left and after the former Fox Hunters Inn bear right signed West Down. As you approach the village, at the next junction, turn right passing the village stores on your right, keep the church to your left then, take the next right on to Rock Hill. Continue for approximately 250 meters and you will find entrance to the lane on the left hand side, with for sale sign clearly displayed.
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