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"A charming and beautifully presented detached period home, ideally located just a short distance from the centre of the picturesque town of Colyton. This delightful property enjoys countryside views and offers spacious, well appointed accommodation across three floors.

Situation Alton House is situated on Hillhead located within the village like town of Colyton. The small and historic market town of Colyton is situated within the rolling East Devon countryside, and located about a mile to the north of the main coast road. The town centres on its active market square and contains many notable period houses and cottages, ranging from Tudor merchant houses to Georgian town houses and the church of St. Andrew, with its octagonal lantern tower.

The town possesses an excellent selection of local facilities, including post office, shops, pubs, primary school, library, vet, fishmonger, garden centre, fish & chip shop, gym, and the nationally renowned Colyton Grammar School is within easy reach in the nearby village of Colyford. There is an excellent local community including many clubs and sports, and within very easy reach to the south is the spectacular East Devon coast, known as the Jurassic Coast, designated a World Heritage Site, and including such well known seaside towns and villages as Lyme Regis, Seaton, Branscombe, Beer and Sidmouth. There are many beautiful walks, both along the coast and also around the surrounding countryside.

Description This 1920s property enjoys spacious and character filled accommodation throughout, offering a perfect blend of charm and modern living. A welcoming entrance hall opens into the first reception room, where the lounge provides a bright and inviting atmosphere, highlighted by a feature woodburning stove and a box bay window that frames the pretty frontage. To the rear of the house, the beautifully modernised kitchen diner impresses with its stylish fitted kitchen, integrated appliances, a pantry cupboard, and a peninsula. Double doors from the dining area lead to the sun room, a tranquil space that allows you to enjoy the garden year round. The property further benefits from a convenient downstairs double bedroom with an en suite shower room, thoughtfully designed to include space for a washing machine. A separate WC on the ground floor adds to the practicality of the layout, making this home as functional as it is beautiful.

On the first floor, there are two well proportioned double bedrooms, both with feature fireplaces and the convenience of built in storage. A stylish bathroom, featuring both a bath and a separate walk in shower, completes this floor. The second floor houses two further double bedrooms, each offering lovely views over the surrounding countryside, along with plenty of built in storage.

Outside Secluded and serene, the private walled garden provides an idyllic setting for outdoor entertaining, particularly during the warmer months. Well stocked borders infuse the space with vibrant bursts of colour, creating a lovely backdrop for relaxation and social gatherings. A stone outdoor store, complete with light and power, offers excellent additional storage. Side access leads to a handy storage shed and opens up to the front of the property, where off road parking ensures both convenience and ease.

Services All mains services connected. Gas fired central heating.

Standard and superfast broadband available. EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone mobile networks available Ofcom .

Directions From Colyton Market Place, proceed south and turn left onto South Street. Then turn right immediately onto Hillhead and Alton House is found approximately 100ft up on the left hand side.

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