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"A substantial semi detached property situated in an elevated position on the southern outskirts of Okehampton within close proximity to the town centre and the Dartmoor National Park enjoying some fine views to surrounding countryside. Open plan Lounge/Dining Room incorporating Kitchen with views from front bay window; Utility Room; Ground Floor Bathroom. To the first floor are 2 large Bedrooms (formerly 3 bedrooms and could be reinstated if so desired); generous front and rear Gardens; Fully Double Glazed (except 1 window to bathroom); Oil Fired Central Heating; Single Garage with power and lighting connected; further comunal parking area.

SITUATION This well presented substantial semi-detached property is situated in an elevated position thus enjoying some far reaching views to surrounding countryside and is located in close proximity to Okehampton town centre and provides excellent access to the Dartmoor National Park. Okehampton lies on the northern edge of Dartmoor National Park. It is approximately 30 miles from both the north and south Devon coasts. There are superb local beauty spots where one may enjoy walking, riding, mountain biking and fishing. The shopping area contains several banks and supermarkets including Waitrose as well as many interesting locally owned shops. Primary and secondary education is well catered for in the local schools. The recreation ground and park contains, amongst other things, a leisure centre with indoor heated swimming pool, a gymnasium, sports hall, dance studio and cafe. Most sports are available including 18 hole golf course, squash courts, bowls club, indoor rifle range and thriving rugby and soccer clubs. DESCRIPTION An Edwardianl semi-detached property believed to have been constructed in 1908. The accommodation briefly comprises an open plan lounge/dining room incorporating kitchen. This was formerly two separate rooms and could be reinstated if so desired. There is an attractive bay window to the front elevation which allows some excellent far reaching views to the surrounding countryside and a fitted oil fired Real Flame fire in attractive fireplace. Utility room; ground floor bathroom and to the first floor are two good sized bedrooms with bedroom 2 formerly being 2 bedrooms which could be reinstated to give 3 bedrooms if so desired. The property has been owned by our vendors for the last ten years and in that time it has been rewired and replumbed and in 2009 the roof was reslated with replacement fascias fitted to the house and a replacement roof to the garage. The property is fully double glazed with the exception of the window in the ground floor bathroom which is single glazed. The property benefits from oil-fired central heating. To the outside of the property are generous front and rear gardens and a single garage with power and lighting connected. Overall the property is presented in very good order and viewing is highly recommended. ACCOMMODATION Reference made to any fixtures, fittings, appliances or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves.
The accommodation, together with approximate room sizes, is as follows: Pitched tiled canopy over PVCu double glazed entrance door leading to: LOUNGE/DINING ROOM 7.28m(23'11'') x 4.74m(15'7'') (incorporating kitchen). Open plan dual aspect room, formerly 2 rooms and could be reinstated if so desired. Attractive bay window to front elevation allowing some excellent views towards surrounding countryside and window to rear.
LOUNGE/DINING ROOM AREA Stairs to first floor landing; oil-fired Real Flame fire with slate mantle over; radiator; TV and telephone points; space for dining table and chairs; understairs storage cupboard.
KITCHEN AREA - a matching range of floor and wall mounted kitchen units with tiled work surfaces and part tiled walls; stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap fitted; oil-fired rayburn; laminated wooden flooring; appliance space for dishwasher and fridge freezer; low voltage spotlight lighting; doorway through to: UTILITY ROOM Stone tiled flooring; electrical distribution board; hatch to loft space; PVCu double glazed door to garden; space and plumbing for washing machine; appliance space for fridge/freezer; hanging space for coats; radiator; panel glazed door to: BATHROOM 2.17m(7'1'') x 1.89m(6'2'') Single glazed window to rear elevation; a matching coloured suite comprising low level WC, panel enclosed bath with mixer tap and shower attachment; part tiled walls; pedestal wash hand basin; heated towel rail; stone tiled flooring; spotlight lighting; extractor fan. LANDING Smoke alarm; hatch to loft space; attractive pine doors to: BEDROOM ONE 3.82m(12'6'') x 3.65m(12'0'') Large bay window to front elevation allowing excellent views towards surrounding countryside; radiator; TV point; one full length cupboard with shelving and lighting connected and two smaller useful storage cupboards. BEDROOM TWO 4.78m(15'8'') x 3.53m(11'7'') (formerly two bedrooms and could be reinstated if so required). 2 windows to rear elevation; TV and telephone point; radiator; full length built-in cupboard providing hanging space and shelving and a hot water tank. FRONT A lane leading to: GARAGE 5.23m(17'2'') x 2.82m(9'3'') Up-and-over door; power and lighting connected.
A short distance from the property is a communal parking area providing further off-road parking on a first-come-first-served basis. There is a stepped pathway leading to front entrance door which the neighbour at No 3 has a right of way to access their property.
The front garden has a number of flower beds containing a variety of plants and shrubs. There is a pathway to the side leading to the: REAR GARDEN South facing, designed in level terraces, the first one being a level concrete area with Greenhouse; security light; wall mounted tap and modern oil tank. To the side is a stepped pathway leading to a level lawned area and beyond this is a further terraced area; an attractive pond and water feature with power connected and attractive flower bed borders. The next terrace is a pleasant seating area; useful wooden storage shed and the last terrace currently houses a large aviary which is to be removed by our vendor or could be available by separate negotiation if required. SERVICES Mains water (metered), electricity and mains drainage. (Oil-fired central heating). OUTGOINGS We understand this property is in band 'B' for Council Tax purposes (by verbal enquiry with West Devon Borough Council). VIEWING Strictly by appointment with MANSBRIDGE & BALMENT, Okehampton Office on 01837 52371. FLOOR PLAN DISCLAIMER These plans are set out as a guideline only and should not be relied upon as a representation of fact. They are intended for information purposes only and are not to scale. Copyright@Mansbridge & Balment 2010. HOME INFORMATION PACKS Purchasers are advised that there is a Home Information Pack for this property. These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.
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