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4 bedroom detached house

Chain-free
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Detached house
4 bed
2 bath
EPC rating: F*
2,540 sq ft / 236 sq m

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Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
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Property description & features

  • Four Bedrooms
  • Three Reception Rooms
  • Kitchen And Utility Room
  • Bathroom and En Suite
  • Attractive Gardens (0.6 Acres)
  • Barn And Studio
  • No Chain
  • Council Tax Band D
  • EPC Band F
  • Freehold
West Kimber Farm comes to the market for the first time in over 30 years, being well positioned in this semi rural position within the parish of Northlew. Of stone and cob construction under a slate roof. The older part of the property has retained its period features which include beamed ceilings and a feature granite fireplace in the dining room. EPC Band- F, Council Tax- D, Freehold.

Situation - The property is situated approximately 1.5 miles from the village of Northlew, in a rural, yet not isolated position. Northlew is a self contained rural community with various amenities including public house, places of worship, primary school and various local clubs and activities, together with a twice weekly post office service. A more comprehensive range of amenities can be found in the town of Okehampton, which offers an excellent range of supermarkets (including a Waitrose) local and specialised shops, doctor's surgery, dentists and hospital. The town has schooling from infant to A-level standard, together with numerous sports and leisure facilities, including a modern leisure centre in the attractive setting of Simmons Park. The Dartmoor National Park offers hundreds of square miles of superb unspoilt scenery. The Train station and A30 dual carriageway is easily accessible from Okehampton providing a direct link west in to Cornwall or east to the Cathedral and University City of Exeter with its M5 motorway, main line rail and international air connections.

Description - West Kimber Farm comes to the market for the first time in over 30 years, being well positioned in this semi rural position within the parish of Northlew. Of stone and cob construction under a slate roof and being oil fired centrally heated. The older part of the property has retained its period features which include beamed ceilings and a feature granite fireplace in the dining room. The house offers generous family accommodation, but could easily be divided if required (as it has past) due to it's two staircases and second kitchen, currently used as a utility room. Externally there is an attractive enclosed garden, offering views over the surrounding farmland which can also be enjoyed in both directions from the first floor of the house. Further benefits include ample off road parking, a detached barn and studio/home office. The property is offered with no ongoing chain and viewing is highly recommended.

Accommodation - Via front entrance door to ENTRANCE HALL: slate floor, doors to, DINING ROOM: a spacious room with window to front elevation, exposed beam, recess display niche, feature inglenook fireplace with bread oven and inset wood burning stove, staircase to first floor, door to KITCHEN: Range of wall and base cupboards with worksurfaces over and inset sink and drainer. Oil fired Rayburn (currently not connected, formerly supplying hot water and radiator). Space for upright fridge/freezer and electric cooker with extractor vent over, dual aspect windows, beamed ceiling, tiled floor. REAR PORCH: Tiled floor, windows and door to rear garden. INNER HALL: Further staircase to first floor, window to rear, doors to, STUDY: Window to front aspect. SITTING ROOM: Window to front aspect, French doors to rear aspect, exposed beam, feature wood burning stove, door to UTILITY ROOM: (potential second kitchen if required) Range of wall and base cupboards with worktops over and inset double bowl sink and drainer. Plumbing for dishwasher, tiled floor, window to side and door to front. Oil fired central heating boiler, plumbing and space for washing machine. Space for white goods. FIRST FLOOR LANDING: Window to rear aspect, access to loft space, doors to, BEDROOM 3: A light room with dual aspect windows. BEDROOM 2: Windows to front aspect, wardrobe recess with hanging rail. FAMILY BATHROOM: A large dual aspect room comprising of a freestanding cast iron bath with shower attachment and shower curtain, WC and pedestal wash basin. Door to INNER LANDING: Velux roof light, secondary staircase down to ground floor, large fitted cupboard, doors to BEDROOM 4: Velux roof light to front. BEDROOM 1: A spacious room with two Velux roof lights and double doors to EN SUITE: shower cubicle with electric shower, WC, pedestal wash basin.

Outside - The property is approached at the front of the house through a five bar gate which opens to a large parking and turning area for numerous vehicles, giving access to the house and barn. Adjoining the house is a useful STORE: with window to front and light and power connected. DETACHED BARN: of cob and stone construction under a galvanised roof, which formally had permission for conversion to holiday accommodation. Attached to the rear of the barn is useful STUDIO/HOME OFFICE. The main gardens lie to the rear and consist largely of extensive lawned areas with mature plants, trees and shrubs and offer some attractive views over the surrounding countryside. Adjoining the rear is a gravelled pathway and seating area. Whilst there is a further five bar gate opening to an additional parking area, together with a GREENHOUSE.

Services - Mains electricity, water and private drainage. Oil fired central heating.

Directions - what3words Search /// bells.autumn.hovered or for Sat Nav purposes EX20 3NF.

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Places of interest

    Stags Okehampton office is situated close to the town centre, just off Market Street, near Waitrose and there is plenty of car parking.  Situated on the northern edge of Dartmoor, Okehampton is an ancient West Devon town, on the edge of which are the ruins of a Norman castle, now owned by English Heritage and open to the public. Okehampton has excellent shopping facilities, as well as a range of supermarkets and a new hospital. It is well served for leisure activities with a cinema, leisure centre, swimming pool, golf club and the delightful Simmons Park. The A30 provides direct access to Exeter, with its mainline rail, airport and M5 motorway connections. The town's wool and tin history, which created its wealth, can be found in the Museum of Dartmoor Life and is a good starting point for any visitor, before embarking on any number of trails and footpaths through the beautiful Dartmoor National Park.

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