4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
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Property description & features
- Charming Thatched Cottage
- Stunning Gardens
- Four Double Bedrooms
- Rural but Accessible Location
- Three Reception Rooms
- Well-Presented Throughout
- Character Features
- Grade II Listed
- Council Tax Band F
- Freehold
Description - Combe End is a picture-postcard Grade II thatched cottage nestled in the charming rural village of Daccombe. Believed to date from the 1500's this stunning property boasts many of the character and period features associated with a home of this era including, exposed beams, fire places and original carpentry. Arranged over two floors with a large sitting room, dining room, study and kitchen on the ground floor, with four double bedrooms and a modern fitted bathroom to the first floor. The property further benefits from ample parking including a double garage, wood store and workshop previously thought to be stables and an impressive garden which has been a labour of love for the current owners and includes raised beds, pretty herb garden, large fruit cage and level lawns. Beautifully presented throughout this remarkable property would make a magnificent home for anyone looking for a charming character home in a tranquil but accessible location.
Situation - Daccombe is a perfect place from which to explore the south Devon countryside, benefiting from being rural yet accessible. This picture-postcard village is located between the market town of Newton Abbot and The English Riviera. There is a mainline railway station in Newton Abbot providing speedy access to London Paddington, together with a comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities, first class educational facilities lie within a short distance including Torquay boys and girls grammar schools as well as a number of well-regarded state and private sector schools. There are also many fine golf courses in the area, plus some of the finest sailing waters in the whole of the UK along this fabulous part of the coast.
Located on the rural outskirts of The English Riviera in a quiet hamlet, yet only a few minutes drive from The Willows shopping centre, and is the perfect place to offer a lifestyle investment. Daccombe must be one of the prettiest villages in the area, and sits less than a mile from the village of Coffinswell. Daccombe is situated in the rolling south Devon countryside and conveniently located for the county capital and Cathedral City of Exeter, 18 miles to the northeast, and the prevalent facilities of the bay with its shops, restaurants, marinas and hospital.
Accommodation - Access to the property is via the stable door which leads you into the welcoming space of the entrance porch, over the quarry tiled flooring and through to the main living area, a surprisingly spacious sitting room with windows overlooking the pretty front garden. Exposed wooden beams give a hint to the origins of the property as does the feature inglenook fireplace with wood burner, doors at either end allowing access to the study and dining room with stairs to the first floor. The study is a convenient and light space with an external door leading to the driveway and gardens. The dining room situated at the other end of the property features exposed wooden beams and a quarry tiled floor with a cottage window to the front aspect, the perfect spot to enjoy a good book. The kitchen is conveniently located next door with a range of cottage style units under a granite worksurface with spaces for a range style oven with cooker hood above, dishwasher and fridge freezer, external door and access to rear lobby with larder cupboard and downstairs shower room. To the first floor the split landing gives access to all rooms with bedroom one being the largest. The principal bedroom is a comfortable double with a vaulted ceiling and exposed wooden beams, fitted wardrobe and a window to the front aspect. Bedroom two boasts similar features with the same high ceilings and wooden beams, bedroom three is located again to the front of the property with meandering views down the village. Bedroom four again a double room is situated to the rear of the house with views towards the gardens and next to the family bathroom with a modern fitted three piece suite.
Outside - The driveway is approached via a pretty thatched archway and provides ample parking with access to a double garage with electric up and over door as well as three former stables which are now handy garden and log stores as well as a boiler room adjacent to the kitchen.
The rear gardens are accessed via a set of stone steps which lead you courtesy of the lavender lined paved pathways of the formal garden, A haven for wildlife, the planting and hedging has been thoughtfully created to provide different areas of the garden to enjoy year round. From a lawned area, bordered by perennials to seating areas beneath a wisteria laden pergola or a rose arch from which to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. As well as the numerous seating areas, there is a pond and wooden summer house complete with power and lighting. Follow the pathway to the herb and kitchen garden complete with vegetable beds, soft fruit cages and fruit trees including greengage, apple and plum trees. There is also a shed, greenhouse, cold frame and a compost area as well as level access through a five bar gate to the rear of the garden.
Services - Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating, Fibre Broadband.
Viewing Arrangement - Strictly by prior appointment with Stags on[use Contact Agent Button].
Directions - On the A380 take the first slipway exit for Kingskerswell after the new Penn Inn roundabout flyover. Proceed along this road for approximately ? mile and look for a narrow lane on the left signed Coffinswell and Daccombe. Proceed through the village of Coffinswell passing The Linny pub on your left and after about 0.8 miles you will arrive at a T-junction, Daccombe Cross and Combe End is immediately in front of you.
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