5 bedroom detached house

Morgans Bradley is a peacefully secluded family home offering almost 3,100 sq ft. of sensitively modernised accommodation arranged over two floors. The property benefits from its character features, which include casement windows and exposed beams. Configured to provide an ideal family and entertaining space, the downstairs enjoys a drawing room with a feature fireplace, double-sided woodburner, and dining and sitting rooms, both with French doors to the terrace. The kitchen/breakfast room offers a range of wall and base units including a large central island with a breakfast bar, an Aga and modern integrated appliances. To the rear is a WC, cloakroom/fully fitted bootroom and a utility with a Belfast sink and pantry. The upstairs is uniquely divided into two sections, with stone staircases leading to each side. On one side is the dual aspect principle bedroom, with an en suite and dressing room. The second bedroom is also on this side of the house, with a built-in wardrobe and en suite. There is a study with a skylight, which could be used as storage or an additional dressing room. On the other side, you'll find three further double bedrooms and a family bathroom with a walk-in shower and separate bath tub. The property has ultra fast fibre broadband, offering up to 900mbps.

Local Authority: Mid Devon District Council
Council Tax: Band G
Tenure: Freehold
Guide Price: £1,650,000

Approached over a sweeping driveway with ample private parking and a double carport, the property is situated on a sizeable plot and has a formal garden, laid mainly to lawn. Surrounded by its grounds and greenery, the outside area has a total feel of seclusion and privacy. There are numerous seating areas and a wraparound terrace with a covered side verandah and a pergola, ideal for entertaining and al fresco dining. The property also has a 59 ft. open fronted shed with hard-standing, tree-lined paddocks, used as a small holding. There is a detached two-story outbuilding, suitable for conversion into further accommodation for family or to be used as a holiday let for potential income, subject to planning permission. To the north west of the house and garden accessed by a track from the driveway, a steep gorse and bracken cleave slopes down into a delightful unspoiled area of ancient natural woodland bordering a small stream at the bottom of the valley. To the east of the house there is a spring fed lake well stocked with an assortment of coarse fish. The outside and its surrounding area attracts all sorts of wildlife and acts as a haven for a variety of creatures. The rich environment is an idyllic setting for nature enthusiasts.

The property sits in Templeton, in the heart of the Mid Devon countryside, allowing enjoyment for picturesque views and nature walks. The hamlet of Templeton is located near Calverleigh which has a church, village hall and nearby public house. The historic town of Tiverton is an approximate 10 minute drive and offers a wide range of amenities including supermarkets, shops, banks, GP, dental and veterinary surgeries, a leisure centre, golf course and secondary schooling. Exeter and its vibrant city centre is just over a 30 minute drive down the M5 and provides open-air markets, boutique and high street shopping, restaurants, cafés and wine bars, together with leisure and cultural amenities including theatres, museums, galleries and cinemas.
The A361 North Devon link road gives access to North Devon’s sandy beaches, the M5 links to Exeter and the motorway network, Tiverton Parkway station provides services to Exeter and London, and Exeter Airport provides domestic and international flights including twice-daily flights to London City.

The area offers a range of independent schools including Blundell’s, which the property is in the school discount zone for, KHQ, The Maynard, Exeter Cathedral School and Exeter School.