7 bedroom detached house for sale

This unique property is situated in an idyllic setting with country walks all around, being close to Venn Ottery Common which is owned by the R.S.P.B. and Devon Wildlife Trust. Aylesbeare and Harpford Commons are nearby which form part of the better known Woodbury Common. This part of East Devon is designated as being of 'Outstanding Natural Beauty' and there are excellent riding paths and delightful walks all around. The rural setting is by no means isolated, being only approximately 5 miles from the Bicton Show Centre and Arena, which regularly features notable equestrian events. Close by is the village of West Hill, only approximately 2 miles away, with its General Store, Post Office, Church, Primary School, Garage and British Legion Club. A wider range of local facilities are available at Ottery St. Mary which is approximately 4 miles away, the highly renowned coastal resort of Sidmouth is approximately 6 miles away and the Cathedral City of Exeter with its M5 motorway connection, International Airport and mainline railway stations is approximately 8 miles to the west.

Otterdene is a highly versatile property and easily lends itself to accommodate large families and multigenerational living or a holiday-letting business. The current layout allows three individual and independent areas with a total of seven bedrooms, three kitchens, three living rooms and four bathrooms.

The ground floor is a self-contained three-bedroom apartment, to which the current owner has the benefit of an extra income.

The first floor can easily be one large home, or two independent homes. The well-proportioned accommodation enjoys individual character and the two living rooms have feature fireplaces, creating a cosy feel in the winter months. Both the kitchens are well appointed with a range of cupboards and drawers at both base and eye level, whilst allowing room for modern appliances with attractive worktops providing plenty of room for food preparation. All the bath and shower rooms are fitted with modern white suites and there is a separate study for working from home. The property also benefits from extensive double glazing and central heating by both gas (LPG) and oil.

The property is approached via a substantial driveway creating off-road parking for several vehicles and access to the integral garage/workshop. The drive continues to the rear of the property to the stables and studio. The studio has the benefit of planning permission to convert into an additional holiday let if ever required. The formal gardens will please any keen gardener with an extensive range of mature specimen plants shrubs and trees which provide a range of colours throughout the seasons. A large expanse of lawn allows children to run and play and there is a garden pond as well as a duck pond. A kitchen/vegetable garden is well-established and several seating areas form space for outdoor dining / entertaining in the summer months whilst admiring this peaceful and secluded setting.

There are two paddocks, the main paddock has independent access from the road measuring approximately 1.25 acres and the second paddock extends to just over a third of an acre. The total plot extends to 3.12 acres.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire such an individual home in a wonderful setting, suitable for many families with huge potential for a home business.  

SERVICES We understand mains water and electricity are connected Oil & LPG central heating. Private drainage
 

OUTGOINGS Council Tax Band - E. Annexe - A. (as per Gov.UK Website at the date of first listing) 

TENURE Freehold 

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MOBILE AND BROADBAND COVERAGE Broadband is connected to this property, for specific checks, please use this link checker.ofcom.org.uk 

AGENTS NOTE Data protection act of 2017. We are now required to obtain proof of ID and proof of residence for any prospective purchaser before formally agreeing a sale. Photographic identification such as passport or driving licence, proof of residence, utility bill, council tax or official Inland Revenue correspondence 

IMPORTANT NOTICE 1. Every care is taken in preparing these particulars but they do not constitute nor constitute any part of an offer or a contract. They are prepared in good faith but they are for guidance only and intended to give a fair description of the property. 2. Statements contained in these particulars are not to be relied on as statements or representations of fact and are made without responsibility on the part of the agents or vendor. An intending purchaser must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each statement. The vendor does not make or give and neither the agents or their employees have authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property or its use. 3. Any reference to alterations to, or use of any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. These must be verified by any intending purchaser. 4. All properties are offered subject to contract and being unsold. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by any intending purchaser in inspecting any property which has been sold, let or withdrawn.5. The photographs show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances given are approximate only. 6. Descriptions of a property are inevitably subjective but we endeavour to make our particulars accurate. If there are any points of particular importance please contact us before viewing and we will be pleased to check or clarify information.

Redferns is a trading name of Redferns Ottery St Mary Limited Registered in England and Wales 4817078

Registered Office 8 Mill Street, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1AD