House For Sale £875,000
This immaculately presented four bedroom detached Victorian country residence has been sympathetically renovated to a very high standard by the current vendors. "Kensington House" offers versatile living accommodation, countryside views, beautiful mature gardens, double garage with off road parking, plus a balance of seclusion whilst not being isolated.
Conveniently situated in the village of Washfield on the edge of the Devon town of Tiverton this 4 bedroom detached family home dates back to 1870 and has been extensively improved and modernised by the current owners creating a beautiful family home whilst retaining many of the original features.
Location
Nestled within the Exe Valley, this charming home is within easy reach of Tiverton and the North Devon Link Road and with its general access to the motorway and rail network with Tiverton “Parkway” (at Junction 27) making this an ideal home for those wishing to commute or those seeking a distinctive family home.
Tiverton with its wide range of amenities is only a few minutes' drive with a range of shopping and recreational facilities including Tiverton Golf Course, schools for all ages including Blundells, gyms and supermarkets.
The well-known Devon and Exmoor Towns of Bampton and Dulverton are a short drive to the north, again with superb local facilities and of course the vast expanse of the wonderful Exmoor National Park are close by, offering some 265 square miles of open moorland, deep wooded river valleys, quaint villages and Hamlets and of course on its northern coast, some of the highest marine cliffs in England.
Accommodation
As illustrated via the floor plan the front door leads through in to the main Entrance Hall with stairs leading to the first floor. A door provides access into the Dining Room (presently used as sitting room), with ornate fireplace (in working order) bay window to front elevation with timber shutters and views overlooking the garden.
The Sitting Room is beautifully presented, retaining many of its original features with ornate fireplace, bay window where the far reaching views of the garden
and neighbouring countryside can be enjoyed. There is access through to the Conservatory with a door to the garden.
The farmhouse style Kitchen is a particular feature of this home and is well equipped with an extensive range of fitted wall and base units, integral dishwasher, sink with drainer, electric hob and integral oven, window to side elevation, oil fired Aga.
From the inner hall a second stair case provides access to the first floor.
Presently used as an office, the dual aspect Former Dairy includes tiled flooring and freestanding shelves. There is also an additional Study with views to the rear elevation.
To the rear of the property there is a spacious hall with tiled flooring and a door to the rear. There is access to the Utility Room which houses the boiler and plumbing for washing machine as well as hanging space for boots and coats. In addition, a door provides access to the Downstairs Cloakroom with wash hand basin, windows to rear elevation, and W.C.
The first floor is accessed via two staircases providing access to the 4 bedrooms and main bathroom.
The south facing Master Bedroom benefits from beautiful views of the garden and neighbouring countryside with fitted wardrobes as well as an en-suite shower room with shower, wash hand basin and W.C. From the landing there is access to Bedroom 3 with window to front elevation with garden views, built in cupboards and feature fireplace. Bedroom 2 enjoys views to the rear elevation, airing cupboard and en-suite shower room with shower, wash hand basin and W.C.
The Family Bathroom includes a wash hand basin, window to rear elevation, bath with shower above, towel rail and W.C. Bedroom 4 has views to rear the elevation and built in cupboard.
Outside
Approached off of Long Lane access is via a timber five barred gate onto the large drive with turning space and can accommodate parking for multiple vehicles.
Upon entering the drive the 34ft x18ft Garage can be accessed on your right hand side which has power and light and provides ample storage.
The south facing garden is to the front elevation and is predominately laid to lawn with a variety of mature trees and hedges which provide a screen for privacy. Steps lead from the garden to a large patio area to the front of the house which provides a fantastic entertaining space.
The garden sweeps around the property on the eastern and western elevation again screened by hedges and mature trees for privacy.
To the rear is another lawned area with flower beds bordering the driveway.
From Dulverton
From centre of Dulverton proceed south on the B3222 into Battleton. On leaving Battleton proceed for approx 2 miles through Exebridge, at the T junction turn right towards Tiverton on the A396. Continue along this road, cross straight over at the Black Cat junction and turning right at the Exeter Inn roundabout, proceed for approx 4 miles, take a right hand turn signposted Stoodleigh. Proceed over the bridge and take an immediate left turn to Washfield, then left again at the top of the hill. Continue along the road until Cotleigh X and take the left hand turn signposted Tiverton. Proceed along Washfield Lane and at Warren X take the right hand turn signposted Loxbeare onto Long Lane and the property will be found shortly on the left hand side identified by our for sale sign.
From Tiverton:
From Junction 27 of the M5 proceed along the A361 towards Tiverton, at the roundabout take the first Exit Sign posted Tiverton and Witheridge. At 2nd roundabout take the 2nd exit and continue to the the 3rd roundabout and take the 3rd exit signposted Bickleigh. Continue along the road and take the 2nd exit at the Morrisons roundabout. Continue over the bridge and take the 2nd exit signposted Witheridge. Proceed along the B3137 taking the 1st exit at the roundabout and take the 1st turning on your right hand side signposted Washfield and Stoodleigh, taking the immediate left. Continue along Washfield Lane and at Warren X take the left hand turn signposted Loxbeare onto Long Lane and the property will be found shortly on the left hand side.
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Conveniently situated in the village of Washfield on the edge of the Devon town of Tiverton this 4 bedroom detached family home dates back to 1870 and has been extensively improved and modernised by the current owners creating a beautiful family home whilst retaining many of the original features.
Location
Nestled within the Exe Valley, this charming home is within easy reach of Tiverton and the North Devon Link Road and with its general access to the motorway and rail network with Tiverton “Parkway” (at Junction 27) making this an ideal home for those wishing to commute or those seeking a distinctive family home.
Tiverton with its wide range of amenities is only a few minutes' drive with a range of shopping and recreational facilities including Tiverton Golf Course, schools for all ages including Blundells, gyms and supermarkets.
The well-known Devon and Exmoor Towns of Bampton and Dulverton are a short drive to the north, again with superb local facilities and of course the vast expanse of the wonderful Exmoor National Park are close by, offering some 265 square miles of open moorland, deep wooded river valleys, quaint villages and Hamlets and of course on its northern coast, some of the highest marine cliffs in England.
Accommodation
As illustrated via the floor plan the front door leads through in to the main Entrance Hall with stairs leading to the first floor. A door provides access into the Dining Room (presently used as sitting room), with ornate fireplace (in working order) bay window to front elevation with timber shutters and views overlooking the garden.
The Sitting Room is beautifully presented, retaining many of its original features with ornate fireplace, bay window where the far reaching views of the garden
and neighbouring countryside can be enjoyed. There is access through to the Conservatory with a door to the garden.
The farmhouse style Kitchen is a particular feature of this home and is well equipped with an extensive range of fitted wall and base units, integral dishwasher, sink with drainer, electric hob and integral oven, window to side elevation, oil fired Aga.
From the inner hall a second stair case provides access to the first floor.
Presently used as an office, the dual aspect Former Dairy includes tiled flooring and freestanding shelves. There is also an additional Study with views to the rear elevation.
To the rear of the property there is a spacious hall with tiled flooring and a door to the rear. There is access to the Utility Room which houses the boiler and plumbing for washing machine as well as hanging space for boots and coats. In addition, a door provides access to the Downstairs Cloakroom with wash hand basin, windows to rear elevation, and W.C.
The first floor is accessed via two staircases providing access to the 4 bedrooms and main bathroom.
The south facing Master Bedroom benefits from beautiful views of the garden and neighbouring countryside with fitted wardrobes as well as an en-suite shower room with shower, wash hand basin and W.C. From the landing there is access to Bedroom 3 with window to front elevation with garden views, built in cupboards and feature fireplace. Bedroom 2 enjoys views to the rear elevation, airing cupboard and en-suite shower room with shower, wash hand basin and W.C.
The Family Bathroom includes a wash hand basin, window to rear elevation, bath with shower above, towel rail and W.C. Bedroom 4 has views to rear the elevation and built in cupboard.
Outside
Approached off of Long Lane access is via a timber five barred gate onto the large drive with turning space and can accommodate parking for multiple vehicles.
Upon entering the drive the 34ft x18ft Garage can be accessed on your right hand side which has power and light and provides ample storage.
The south facing garden is to the front elevation and is predominately laid to lawn with a variety of mature trees and hedges which provide a screen for privacy. Steps lead from the garden to a large patio area to the front of the house which provides a fantastic entertaining space.
The garden sweeps around the property on the eastern and western elevation again screened by hedges and mature trees for privacy.
To the rear is another lawned area with flower beds bordering the driveway.
From Dulverton
From centre of Dulverton proceed south on the B3222 into Battleton. On leaving Battleton proceed for approx 2 miles through Exebridge, at the T junction turn right towards Tiverton on the A396. Continue along this road, cross straight over at the Black Cat junction and turning right at the Exeter Inn roundabout, proceed for approx 4 miles, take a right hand turn signposted Stoodleigh. Proceed over the bridge and take an immediate left turn to Washfield, then left again at the top of the hill. Continue along the road until Cotleigh X and take the left hand turn signposted Tiverton. Proceed along Washfield Lane and at Warren X take the right hand turn signposted Loxbeare onto Long Lane and the property will be found shortly on the left hand side identified by our for sale sign.
From Tiverton:
From Junction 27 of the M5 proceed along the A361 towards Tiverton, at the roundabout take the first Exit Sign posted Tiverton and Witheridge. At 2nd roundabout take the 2nd exit and continue to the the 3rd roundabout and take the 3rd exit signposted Bickleigh. Continue along the road and take the 2nd exit at the Morrisons roundabout. Continue over the bridge and take the 2nd exit signposted Witheridge. Proceed along the B3137 taking the 1st exit at the roundabout and take the 1st turning on your right hand side signposted Washfield and Stoodleigh, taking the immediate left. Continue along Washfield Lane and at Warren X take the left hand turn signposted Loxbeare onto Long Lane and the property will be found shortly on the left hand side.
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