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"A rare opportunity to acquire a unique 5-bed dwelling in a stunning position with frontage to the Exe Estuary set in over half an acre. EPC Band E.

SITUATION Topsham is one of the West Country's most sought after postal addresses. It is full of excellent facilities including a range of independent shops, quality restaurants, pubs, primary school, swimming pool, tennis courts, bowling green and a sailing club. It lies on the Exe Trail cycle path which links Exmouth to Exeter and across to Dawlish. Historically it was world-renowned for ship building, reaching its zenith between 1750 and 1870. Communications are excellent with the city centre of Exeter within 4 miles and a railway station in the town.
 
The property itself is not in Topsham however but is at Rivermseet, a collection of just five houses, as its name suggests adjoining the river at the end of a no-through road. Across the lane is an acre of farmland and woodland recently acquired by the Goat Walk Land Trust which was formed by the community to protect the Goat Walk in Topsham and retain it for the benefit of the community. DESCRIPTION This is a rare opportunity to acquire a period house in a stunning situation, set in over half an acre running down to the Exe Estuary which offers over 175' of direct water frontage. Far reaching, unspoilt views are enjoyed across the estuary from the gardens. It offers wonderful opportunities for a remodelling and / or redevelopment scheme, subject to the necessary consents. The property has outbuildings of neighbouring properties adjoining on both sides. ACCOMMODATION The entrance hall provides built-in storage and access to the dual aspect sitting / dining room, with a log burner, painted wooden beams and access to the rear garden from two pairs of French wooden doors. The kitchen overlooks the wonderful garden with a sink, worktops and cupboards below, Falcon induction oven with hob and walk-in cupboard and larder. The integral double garage can be accessed from the kitchen and has a cloakroom with wc and basin. The rear garden can be accessed from the garage through French doors whilst at the front an electric roller door is fitted. On the first floor the south facing master bedroom enjoys views down the garden and to the estuary. Bedroom 2 is a double room on the north side with a basin and large velux window enjoying views over neighbouring fields. Bedroom 5 is a single room overlooking the garden. Bedroom 3 is a double bedroom also facing south offering views over the garden and has a built-in wardrobe Bedroom 4 is a single room. The family bathroom faces to the south and enjoys a stylish suite of bath, wc and basin. The shower room has a drench shower and basin. Separate cloakroom. THE GROUNDS A particular feature of the property are the stunning waterfront gardens of over half an acre. Adjoining the house is a spacious cobbled courtyard. The extensive gardens have an attractive array of mature trees and shrubs. There is a summerhouse with estuary views, greenhouse and garden shed. To make the most of the stunning estuary views there is a raised wooden decked dining / seating area with just the brick wall between it and the river, providing uninterrupted views up and down this fabulous estuary. Overall the grounds extend to 0.55 of an acre. SERVICES Oil-fired central heating. Mains water. Mains electricity. Shared private drainage. DIRECTIONS From Exeter's Countess Wear roundabout, proceed south-easterly on Exeter Road (A3015) into Topsham. When you arrive in Topsham turn left onto Station Road, continue across the railway, turning right at the roundabout onto Elm Grove Road. Where the road bears left, turn right continuing on Elm Grove Road. Continue along this lane for 1 mile and the property is on the left only 200 yards from the water. These particulars are a guide only and should not be relied upon for any purpose."