Welcome to The Old Smithy, Chulmleigh, a cozy and compact detached type home with 3 bed in the EX18 7PE area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band E.
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £370,500 and a rental potential of £2,408 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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"AN OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE A BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED BARN CONVERSON SET IN A SMALL HAMLET WITH WONDERFUL OPEN VIEWS COMPRISING A 3 BEDROOM L SHAPED FORMER BARN WITH AMPLE CAR PARKING, STORAGE AND AN OFFICE AREA.
SITUATION The property is situated in the hamlet of Riddlecombe which itself sits above the famous Taw Valley, easily accessible from Dolton, Winkleigh, South Molton, Barnstaple and Chulmleigh. Also within easy access is Eggesford railway station with direct train links to Exeter and Barnstaple. There are good road communications nearby and Barnstaple, North Devons regional centre lies xxxxx miles to the north and provides the areas main shopping, business and commercial venues. Exmoor to the north is within easy reach as is Dartmoor to the south. Exeter, the countys capital is xxxxxxxxx to the south. There is also relatively easy access onto the A361, the North Devon Link Road which joins the M5 at J27, near Tiverton. DESCRIPTION This is a well presented L shaped two storey detached barn conversion constructed of stone, part rendered, part timber cladd under a slate roof with a brick chimney. The property has been in its current ownership for the last seven years and has undergone considerable renovation works making it a wonderful family home which has been finished to a very high standard.
The accommodation is spacious and well laid out with 3 bedrooms on the first floor, a good sized kitchen and dining room. There is a large entrance hallway and the lounge has a glazed wall and French doors opening to a private patio area, beyond which lie the beautifully manicured gardens with mature beech trees and views over unspoilt rural North Devon rolling countryside. The property benefits from car parking on a gravel driveway to the front together with a range of barns currently used as an office, storage and garaging.
The whole sits in a very quiet village in the heart of North Devon yet is easily accessible to the moors, coast and motorway. ACCOMMODATION From the gravelled entrance parking area steps/a path lead to the front door which opens to: ENTRANCE HALLWAY 2.3m x 1.8m RECEPTION HALL 4.7m x 4.3m
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L shaped with staircase to first floor, vaulted ceiling, fitted book shelves, Broadband/telephone point, understairs storage and power points. KITCHEN/DINING ROOM 5.3m x 4.4m
A beautifully finished room with a range of Shaker style cream kitchen units with timber and granite worktops, Belfast sink, Rayburn cooker providing hot water and central heating. Electric cooker point, tiled flooring, oak beams and radiator. Rear access door to patio/garden.
From the main hallway steps and double timber doors lead down to the: LOUNGE 4.5m x 4.4m
With multi fuel wood burner set on a slate hearth with inglenook beam above, two radiators, a fully glazed western elevation with French doors to patio, power points. WET ROOM 2.3m x 1.6m
Fully tiled floor, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC, radiator, electric shower, towel rail. FIRST FLOOR LANDING: BEDROOM 1 4.5m x 4.4m
Fitted cupboard. French doors to Juliet balcony overlooking the garden and views beyond. Radiator, exposed beams, airing cupboard. BEDROOM 2 3.5m x 1.9m FAMILY BATHROOM 3.5m x 1.9m
A well presented room with step up to bath, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator, Velux window, extractor fan. BEDROOM 3 3.1m x 2.3m
Velux window, power points. BEDROOM 4 5.2m x 4.5m
Power points, T.V. Point, radiator, 4 Velux windows, vaulted ceiling with beams and recessed window. OUTSIDE The property is approached over a gravel driveway with ample car parking for two cars. There are a range of steps to the orchard adjacent to the entrance hall and set behind the office and barns. OFFICE & BARNS These were formerly three garages which now comprise: OFFICE: 2.9m x 2.9m with power point, TV point, inset lighting, timber floor, double glazed window fully lined. STORAGE AREA: 2.9m x 3m, GARAGE: 5.8m x 3.2m with up and over door. The above buildings are constructed of stone, rendered with timber under a galva prime roof.
There is a pedestrian access along the side of the property to the rear patio area which is accessed from the lounge via French windows or from the kitchen rear door.
Shuttered timber fencing to main garden area which comprises a level lawn with a mature beech tree providing dappled shade beyond which lies wonderful open rural views. Steps up to a raised flower bed, sell stocked and colourful. At the end of the garden is a SUMMERHOUSE which takes full advantage of the surrounding countryside. SERVICES Mains electricity, mains water, mains drainage, oil fired central heating. EPCs If you would like a copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate we can send this to you by request or it is available online at www.epcregister.com Reference No: xxx-xxx-xxx- FLOOR PLANS This plan is for illustrative purposes only. COUNCIL TAX BAND E Torridge District Council, Riverbank House, Devon EX39 2QG. Tel: 01237 428700 VIEWING Strictly and only by prior appointment through the Vendors sole Agents, Nancekivell & Co on 01769 574111 or out of hours Peter Nancekivell on 07970 288996. Prior to making an appointment to view we strongly recommend that you discuss any particular points which are likely to affect your interest in the property with a member of staff who has seen the property in order that you do not make a wasted journey. DIRECTIONS From the M5, J27 travel to South Molton. From South Molton head in a south westerly direction along the B3227 to the village of Umberleigh where at a 'T' junction turn right, proceed along this road for approximately 0.5 miles then turn left onto the B3227 towards Atherington and then take the B3217 to High Bickington and Dolton. Where, just before Dolton Beacon turn left signed to Riddlecombe. On entering the village turn right and right again where the property can be found on the right identified by a 'For Sale' board.
From Exeter take the A377 via Crediton and after approximately 25 miles at the Chulmleigh junction, (I think this is Leigh Cross?) turn left to Ashreiney and from there follow the signs to Riddlecombe and on entering the village drive through to the end and bear left whereupon the property can be found on the right identified by a 'For Sale' board. OMBUDSMAN We are full members of the Ombudsman for Estate Agents scheme, full details of which are held here at the office. IMPORTANT NOTICE Nancekivell & Co, their clients and any joint agents give notice that:
(1) They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
(2) Any areas, measurement or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Nancekivell & Co have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Directions From the M5, J27 travel to South Molton. From South Molton head in a south westerly direction along the B3227 to the village of Umberleigh where at a 'T' junction turn right, proceed along this road for approximately 0.5 miles then turn left onto the B3227 towards Atherington and then take the B3217 to High Bickington and Dolton. Where, just before Dolton Beacon turn left signed to Riddlecombe. On entering the village turn right and right again where the property can be found on the right identified by a 'For Sale' board.
From Exeter take the A377 via Crediton and after approximately 25 miles at the Chulmleigh juction, (I think this is Leigh Cross?) turn left to Ashreiney and from there follow the signs to Riddlecombe and on entering the village drive through to the end and bear left whereupon the property can be found on the right identified by a 'For Sale' board. You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website."