Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to Westwards Bickwell Valley, Sidmouth, a charming and spacious detached type home with 6 bed in the EX10 8RF 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 273 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 £1,209,000 and a rental potential of £7,859 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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Additional analysis
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Description
We are privileged as the owners sole agents to offer this
deceptively large 6 bedroom detached property built in the early
1900s and designed by the ever popular architect R.W Sampson. It
has been luxuriously modernised throughout with high quality
kitchen and bathrooms, but thoughtfully retaining the original
features that a typical Sampson House offers.
The current accommodation comprises; master bedroom with a large
picture window, sea views and en-suite bathroom with balcony also
with sea views. There are 5 further double bedrooms over 2 floors.
The top floor being able to separate into a self contained 2
bedroom apartment if required with in dependant access, however
works beautifully as a family home, seperate shower room to the top
floor and family bathroom with seperate WC to the middle.
To the ground floor is a spacious living room with an original open
fireplace and oak flooring, original timber screening to study,
large dining room with oak flooring, reception hall with cloakroom
off. A very attractive bespoke kitchen with gas fired Aga, large
utility room, walk in pantry, large scullery, conservatory,
gym/computer room, pressurised gas central heating system, lovely
landscaped gardens of approximately 3/4 of an acre with dramatic
views over the valley and out towards the sea. There is a single
garage to the front of the property, and to the rear is a recently
constructed parking and turning area for at least five cars. The
property has a Redland clay tiled roof fitted with high insulation
panels under and cavity wall insulation has been installed.
THERE IS ALSO A POTENTIAL BUILDING PLOT IN THE FRONT GARDEN SUBJECT
TO PLANNING PERMISSION.
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In accordance with the Estate Agency Act 1979 we hereby declare
that Westwards is offered for sale by a member of staff employed by
Hall and Scott.
Location
Sidmouth is a much admired and well preserved Regency coastal
resort (included as part of the coastline - awarded World Heritage
status), with many fine period buildings and splendid ornamental
public gardens. The population is served by an excellent shopping
centre and wide range of high quality general services and
amenities for all age groups. The town is also well served by
communication links with the Cathedral City and County Town of
Exeter only twelve miles away, along with its expanding regional
airport, M5 motorway connection, and fast rail link to London
Paddington. Lyme Regis is approximately 19 miles further east along
the coast. The A30 (A303 truck road) Is only 12 miles away at
Honiton with rail link to London Waterloo.
Excellent local schools are available for all ages and the property
is within the catchment area for the highly renowned and selective
Colyton Grammar School. Also available are excellent private
schools in Exeter.
Sidmouth town centre and the coast within easy walking
distance.
Exeter approximately 15 miles
Honiton approximately 10 miles
Exmouth approximately 12 miles
M5 junction approximately 10 miles
Accommodation Comprises
Attractive Entrance Canopy with original door providing access to
entrance vestibule, black and white decorative tiled floor, built
in cloaks cupboard, coved ceiling, double radiator, 6 paned glazed
door to main entrance hall, oak flooring, attractive cornice work,
radiator with dn++cor panel to front. Stairs providing access to
first floor with attractive twisted balustrades, 2 steps down
to.
CLOAKROOM: White suite comprising low level WC, fitted wash hand
basin with tiled splashback, radiator with thermostat control,
tiled floor, attractive oval window.
LIVING ROOM: 29'3 x 17'6 (8.92m x 5.33m) a sizeable light and airy
room over looking landscaped gardens, open Adam style fireplace
with 4 wall light points, TV point, 2 radiators, one with dn++cor
panel to front, oak flooring, original wooden fold back room
dividers to.
STUDY AREA: duals aspect, radiator, dn++cor panel to front, open
fireplace with gas living flame fire, 2 fitted book shelves with
oak flooring, picture rail, lovely views over garden.
DINING ROOM: 17'7 x 13' (5.36m x 3.96m) Open living flame gas fire,
double radiator, door to garden with covered veranda, serving hatch
with cutlery drawer under, 2 wall light points, fitted shelves with
butlers cupboard under.
SCULLERY: with fitted cupboard and oak flooring, gas fired boiler
for central heating and domestic hot water (pressurized system).
Walk in scullery with oak flooring, window, fitted cupboards.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 17'10 x 12'11 (5.44m x 3.94m) narrowing to
8'6 (2.59m) Bespoke hand made popular Tulip wood kitchen units
painted in National Trust colours, stainless steel single sink unit
set in Icc work top, 2 oven gas Aga, concealed extractor hood over,
further range of floor and wall mounted units with built in NEFF
convector oven/microwave, built in dishwasher, slate flooring,
double 12 paned glazed doors, providing access to conservatory
and..
UTILITY ROOM: 13' x 6'7 (3.96m x 2.01m) Bespoke popular tulip wood
units with belfast sink, brush chrome mixer tap, cupboards under,
built in washing machine, American style fridge/freezer included,
slate flooring, single door to garden.
SEPARATE WC: Slate floor and window.
GYM/COMPUTER ROOM: 8'3 x 7'10 (2.51m x 2.39m) Dual aspect with sash
cord windows, oak flooring, TV points, power points, door providing
access to.
CONSERVATORY: 13'7 x 11'5 (4.14m x 3.48m) Wooden double glazed
conservatory with double doors to garden, radiator, wall light,
display surface and slate display shelf.
Most impressive staircase with easy rising treads to first floor,
window, landing, picture rail, radiator, coved ceiling.
BEDROOM ONE: 20'11 x 12'5 (6.38m x 3.78m) 4 double built in
wardrobe cupboards, large original picture window with sea views in
the distance, telephone point, 2 radiators, coved ceiling.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM: Luxurious white suite comprising, large corner
shower with chrome fittings, modern white bath with freestanding
victorian style chrome shower attachment, vanity wash hand basin,
cupboards under, wall light, radiator, oak flooring, dual aspect,
single door providing access to private BALCONY with views over the
garden and distant sea views.
BEDROOM TWO: 17'5 x 13'11 (5.31m x 4.24m) max Victorian style
fireplace, vanity wash hand basin with cupboards below, double
radiator, wall light, double built in wardrobe cupboard, attractive
design arch over, window with lovely views over the valley.
BEDROOM THREE: 13' x 12'5 (3.96m x 3.78m) Laminate flooring,
Victorian style fireplace surround, picture rail, coved ceiling,
alcove with large built in chest of drawers, large picture window
over looking garden.
FAMILY BATHROOM: white suite comprising; white bath/shower with
chrome shower unit and shower screen, vanity wash hand basin with
cupboards below, further fitted shelves to eye level with halogen
lights and shaver point, double built in airing cupboard, oak
flooring, separate WC with radiator, part tiled walls , sash cord
window, coved ceiling.
Attractive staircase with balustrades providing access to SECOND
FLOOR: To the half landing, separated door to a metal staircase
previously used when the top floor was a separate flat. Current
staircase to 2nd floor. Radiator. Built in airing cupboard.
BEDROOM 4: 15' x 11'2 (4.57m x 3.4m) uPVC double glazed picture
window with secondary double glazing, Victorian fireplace, radiator
thermostat control, built in eaves cupboards, lovely sea views and
views over towards Sidmouth town, built in wardrobe cupboard.
BEDROOM FIVE: 12'9 x 10'8 (3.89m x 3.25m) Victorian style
fireplace, laminate flooring, radiator, single door providing
access to balcony over looking rear garden with lovely views over
the valley and out towards the sea.
BEDROOM SIX/KITCHENETTE: 15'7 x 11'3 (4.75m x 3.43m) Kitchen area
comprising; single drainer sink unit, cupboards under, further
range of floor units with laminate work surfaces over, electric
hob, fridge space. Victorian style fireplace built in eaves
cupboard, radiator with thermostat control, picture window over
looking gardens, views towards Mutters Moor.
SHOWER ROOM: Modern white suite comprising; corner shower unit with
bow doorway and chrome power shower, vanity wash hand basin, chrome
coloured ladder style towel rail/radiator, single door providing
access to front balcony, over looking gardens to the western
boundary.
OUTSIDE: Landscaped gardens of approximately 3/4 of an acre,
offering tremendous views and privacy and enjoying a sunny aspect.
To the front of the property off Bickwell Valley there is a single
GARAGE, personal door to rear and garden, and private gate
entrance. The gardens are tiered with attractive gravel pathways
weaving through the gardens containing large mature shrubs
including, rhododendrons, azaleas and camellias, large area of
level lawn with summerhouse, higher area of garden with recently
restored steps with lighting, main area of patio with 2 covered
verandas to the rear of the property and enjoying super views over
the valley, large decking area with built in circular hot tub with
LED lighting. Side access to both sides of the property, 2 storage
outbuildings, with covered storage area, steps leading to a
productive vegetable garden with raised timber beds. Built in dog
run and large dog home. A private entrance also exists to the top
floor private apartment if required. Further gravel pathway leading
to the rear of the property with a large parking bay, providing
parking for about 5 vehicles timber panelled fencing and brick
pillars.
DIRECTIONS: Proceed from Ottery St Mary towards Sidmouth along the
Sidmouth Road, at the crossroads turn left onto the A3052 and
immediately right sign posted to Sidmouth along the B3176 to
Bulverton. Follow the road along for approximately a mile and a
half, turn right into Broadway, take the 3rd left into Bickwell
Valley and the property will be found on the left hand side.
In accordance with the Estate Agency Act 1979 we hereby declare
that Westwards is offered for sale by a member of staff employed by
Halls Estate Agents.
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