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3 bedroom detached house
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Property description & features
- Incredible Views, Generous Gardens
- Spacious Accommodation
- 'ECO' Benefits
- Sitting Room, Sunroom, Dining Room
- 3 Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom
- Quadruple Garage
- Ample Parking
- Quiet private 'No Through' lane
- Freehold, EPC Band B
- Council Tax Band E
Situation And Amenities - Set in an elevated position, at the end of a private 'no through' lane, enjoying lovely breath-taking 180 degree views which extend along the Taw estuary, from Barnstaple out to sea towards Bideford Bay, Crow Point with Clovelly and Hartland Point in the distance. Ashford lies between Barnstaple and Braunton and is surrounded by lovely countryside with the glorious sandy beaches at Saunton Sands (also with Championship golf course), Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Woolacombe (which form part of the North Devon surfing reserve), all being within easy reach. Both Braunton and Barnstaple offer a good range of local shopping facilities and amenities as well as state schools. There are reputable private schools at West Buckland, with local pick-up points, and Blundells at Tiverton. Barnstaple, is the Regional Centre and houses the area's main business, commercial and leisure venues as well as North Devon District hospital. At Barnstaple there is access to the North Devon Link road (A361) which is approximately 45 minutes by car to Junction 27 of the M5 Motorway and Tiverton Parkway railway station, which provides a fast service of trains to London Paddington in just over 2 hours, as well as Bristol, Birmingham and the North. Exmoor National Park is about 30 minutes and, about half a mile away, is the 30 mile long Tarka Trail, a popular cycle/running/walking track, which runs from Braunton via Barnstaple, Bideford, Torrington to Meeth, and passes through some spectacular scenery.
Description - Glebe House is an individual detached single storey residence, which is available on the open market for the first time in over 30 years and with no upward chain. The property presents elevations of painted render and double glazing under a tiled roof. The living space is bright, very spacious and versatile with the majority of the accommodation focussing on the 'WOW' factor which are the fabulous views of both coast & countryside. Externally there are sizeable south facing, mature gardens, well positioned sun terraces, and ample off-street parking. The property has ECO benefits, including both solar thermal and electric panels.
Accommodation - Large solid hardwood door opening to the ENTRANCE HALL with built-in coat cupboard, exposed brickwork, space for display cabinets or further storage, leading to double doors opening into a triple aspect open plan SITTING ROOM showcasing feature fireplace with marble surround, gas fire below and storage to side, trap door to CELLAR which would be perfect for wine storage. SUNROOM tiled flooring with vaulted ceiling and wooden beams, door to upper terrace. Large UPVC Windows to the side and rear elevations, with 180-degree views over the South facing garden, with landmarks such as the folly at Upcott House and Codden Hill to the East and to Crow Point, Clovelly and Hartland Point to the West. DINING ROOM/STUDY Sizeable bright room with windows to rear and side, door through to KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM which is a good-sized space with ample work surfaces, storage above and below, dishwasher, tall fridge freezer, integrated induction hob with double oven window overlooking the kitchen courtyard. UTILITY AREA with double stainless-steel sink and window to side. Work surfaces with storage below, space for washing machine. MAIN BEDROOM a large suite with UPVC doors opening to the patio area with south facing views, walk in wardrobe, EN-SUITE with windows to side and front, four-piece suite which comprises: shower, panel bath, hand wash basin and low-level WC. There is also an electric chrome towel rail/radiator. BEDROOM 2 Spacious double room with doors out to sun terrace, again with south facing views. BEDROOM 3 currently used as an office, window to front elevation, a large double room with space for storage. FAMILY BATHROOM with opaque window to front elevation, fully tiled with panel bath and shower over, airing cupboard, low level WC, pedestal hand wash basin.
Outside - At the front of the house there is a stone pillared entrance with tarmac drive and ample parking for at least 4 cars. Stone walled flower beds, mature shrubs, and double gateway leading to the upper gardens. There is an INTEGRAL GARAGE with quadruple garage space with an electric up-an-over door, concrete floor, light and power, charging point for electric car, eaves storage, sink, and wall mounted boiler. This larger than average space has potential for conversion to ancillary accommodation (subject to planning permission). Externally there is a path which runs around the side of the garage with a tall stone wall and raised flower bed, leading to the KITCHEN COURTYARD a private area which is ideal for alfresco dining, this is brick paved with steps leading down to a lawned area, with mature apple tree, greenhouse, and paved pathway leading through to the garden store, located under the Sunroom, ideal for storing garden tools and wintering furniture. Large south facing PATIO/TERRACE with views across the estuary, mature cherry tree, steps up to additional raised patio, located outside the bedrooms and Sunroom of the property, ideal to use a breakfast terrace with large vine-covered pergola above. REAR GARDEN Gently sloping lawned area with mature hedge border and further trees to the lower section, wooden shed, several seating areas and further pergola.
Services - Mains electricity, water and gas. Private drainage. Solar thermal and PV panels able to top up supply.
Directions - From Barnstaple proceed on the A361 towards Braunton and continue along the dual carriageway taking the turning right sign posted to Ashford just before the garden centre. Continue through the village and climb the hill. At St. Peter's church follow the road around to the left where you will see a sign for Glebe House straight ahead. Turn left onto the lane and proceed for approximately 40 metres, where you will find the property on the-left hand side.
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