Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to Barn Close Cotmaton Road, Sidmouth, a charming and spacious detached type home with 5 bed in the EX10 8SX area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band G.
This classic property was built 1900-1929 and has a reported internal area of 237 internal square metres
in a neighborhood known for its allure and prestige.
This home stands out for its value and character -
with a market valuation of £1,107,600 and a rental potential of £7,199 per month,
,
it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
Additional analysis
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Dec 25, 2013. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"A most attractive and substantial detached residence enjoying lovely views to the sea and set in grounds of approximately one acre.
Barn Close was constructed in 1928 by local builders, R W & J Skinner and was designed by the renowned architects, Sampson & Dingwall, who were responsible for many of the larger houses in Sidmouth.
The house is situated in a slightly elevated position to the west side of the town and enjoys a lovely south easterly aspect and views to the sea. The house offers five bedroom accommodation arranged over two floors, with all the principal rooms taking full advantage of the views. A particular feature of the house is the triple aspect drawing room, which has a bay window to one end and two sets of French doors opening onto a wide covered verandah and adjoining terrace. There is a separate well proportioned dining room and morning room and there is an attractively fitted kitchen and utility room. There is also a large cloakroom and a spacious reception hall with an attractive staircase rising to the first floor. Along with the five bedrooms to the first floor there is an en-suite shower room, a separate bathroom, an additional shower room and separate cloakroom. Gas fired central heating is installed.
A further feature to the property is the superb grounds that extend to approximately an acre. These consist of large sweeps of lawn and numerous well stocked shrub borders and inset trees, all providing colour throughout the year. In addition to this there are driveways providing ample parking and giving access to two single garages, two storage sheds and a timber greenhouse.
The property is situated approximately a mile from Sidmouth town centre and popular Regency Esplanade and adjoins the driveway to Sidmouth Golf Course. The town offers an excellent range of amenities, including a Hospital, Health Centre, Library, Post Office and heated indoor Swimming Pool, as well as numerous clubs, shops and societies.
From the town there are regular bus services to the surrounding area. The Cathedral City of Exeter is seventeen miles, Honiton, with its mainline Railway Station is approximately ten miles, the nearest link with the M5 motorway is twelve miles and Exeter Airport, with its national and international connections, is approximately eight miles.
DIRECTIONS
From our office proceed up the High Street to the mini-roundabout, turning left into All Saints Road. On reaching the next mini-roundabout opposite the Woodlands Hotel turn left and then immediately right into Cotmaton Road. Continue to the crossroads of Glen Road, proceeding straight across into the higher end of Cotmaton Road. Proceed for approximately a quarter of a mile and the driveway to Sidmouth Golf Club will be seen on the right hand side. Proceed up this driveway and the house will be seen a little way along on the left hand side.
The accommodation with approximate dimensions comprises:
Substantial archtop front door to:
ENTRANCE PORCH
Two windows. Door to:
RECEPTION HALL
Radiator. BT point. Understairs storage cupboard.
SPACIOUS CLOAKROOM
2.6m x 2.15m
(8'9" x 7') Suite comprising a low level WC and vanity unit with wash basin and cupboard under. Striplight above. Tiled splashback. Radiator. Coat hooks. Understairs storage cupboard.
DRAWING ROOM
7.05m x 4.45m + bay window (23' x 14'6") A well proportioned triple aspect room enjoying a southerly aspect and lovely views over the gardens and to the sea. Bay window to one end. Two sets of French doors opening onto the covered verandah. Decorative coving and ceiling rose. Three radiators. TV point. Attractive fireplace with fire surround and electric fire.
DINING ROOM
4.55m x 3.8m
(14'9" x 12'6") Southerly aspect with lovely views over the garden and to the sea. Coved ceiling. Radiator. TV point. French doors to the covered verandah.
INNER HALL
Built in shelved cupboard. Airing cupboard.
MORNING ROOM
3.5m x 3.65m
(average measurement) (11'6" x 11'9") Southerly aspect with similar views to the dining room. Radiator. TV point. Cupboard containing factory lagged hot water cylinder and slatted shelving. Feature built in glazed cabinet with cupboards below.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
3.4m x 4.75m
(max measurements) (11'3" x 15'6") Dual aspect enjoying lovely views to the sea. Attractively fitted comprising a range of matching base and wall units, colour co-ordinated worksurfaces and tiled splashbacks. Double bowl sink with mixer tap. Space for slide in cooker. Extractor fan above. Space for fridge. Space and plumbing for dishwasher. Inset ceiling spotlights. Radiator. Electric consumer board. Glazed door to:
UTILITY ROOM
3.4m x 2.75m
(11'3" x 9') Range of matching base units with worksurfaces over and tiled splashbacks. Stainless steel double drainer sink with mixer tap. Space for fridge/freezer. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Broom cupboard. Cupboard with electric meter. Half glazed door to outside.
From the reception hall stairs rise to the:
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
Three windows to the rear aspect. Radiator. Access to the roof space with a sliding ladder (the roof space is part boarded and has an electric light). Built in storage cupboard.
BEDROOM ONE
3.35m x 4.65m + deep recess (10'9" x 15'3") Dual aspect enjoying a lovely outlook over the garden and to the sea. Extensive range of matching wardrobes, drawer units and shelving. Radiator.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
White suite comprising a large walk in shower with Mira shower control and rose over. Low level WC. Pedestal wash basin. Fully tiled walls. Heated towel rail. Mirror and light/shaver socket over the basin.
BEDROOM TWO
3.3m + recess x 4.75m
(10'9" x 15'6") Southerly aspect with views to the sea. Radiator. Fitted shelving. Built in shelved cupboard.
BEDROOM THREE
2.8m x 4.15m + recess (9'3" x 13'6") Southerly aspect with views to the sea. Radiator. Built in double wardrobe.
BEDROOM FOUR
2.75m x 3.85m
(max measurements) (9' x 12'6") Southerly aspect with views to the sea. Radiator. Built in double wardrobe with built in shelved cupboard.
BEDROOM FIVE (L' SHAPED)
4.1m x 3.7m
(max measurements) (13'6" x 12'3") A double aspect room with views to the sea. Radiator. Built in wardrobe. TV point.
BATHROOM
Coloured suite comprising a panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, low level WC and wash basin. Tiled splashbacks. Radiator.
SHOWER ROOM
Comprising a shower cubicle with control and rose over and pedestal wash basin with tiled splashbacks. Radiator. Extractor fan.
SEPARATE CLOAKROOM
White suite comprising a low level WC and pedestal wash basin with tiled splashback. Radiator.
OUTSIDE AND GARDEN
The house is set in superbly presented grounds which extend to approximately an acre. The gardens have been beautifully landscaped and comprise of large sweeps of lawn with numerous inset trees and adjoining borders containing numerous ornamental shrubs and trees, all providing colour throughout the year. There are mature boundaries and a selection of fruit trees to one side. Adjoining the front of the house there is access to the covered verandah and an adjoining terrace which takes full advantage of the views over the garden and to the sea. To the east side of the house there is access to two driveways, both providing ample parking.
ATTACHED SINGLE GARAGE
3.05m x 5.2m
(10' x 17') With an electric roller door. Gas fired boiler for hot water and central heating. Light, power and shelving. Access to a small roof space.
To the higher side a second driveway gives access to a:
FURTHER GARAGE
4.85m x 3.15m
(15'9" x 10'3") With an up and over door. Light and power.
ADJOINING POTTING SHED
with light.
There are also TWO TIMBER GARDEN SHEDS, one with a ramp for mower access and there is a TIMBER GREENHOUSE with light and power. To the rear of the garden there is access into a small copse which adjoins the rear boundary. From here there is also access into a further smaller area of garden, which the current owners have on a licence from South West Water (more details on request).
POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.
OUTGOINGS
We are advised by East Devon District Council that the council tax band for this property is band G.
REF: DHS00404
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Tax band G
4,078 sqm plot
