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" An extremely well presented detached modern bungalow standing in approximately one third of an acre, on the edge of this much sought after village, with superb views across to Dartmoor.

Entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, 3 bedrooms, one with en-suite cloak room, fitted bathroom, large integral garage (suitable for conversion subject to planning permission), superb gardens.

DESCRIPTION

Fox Gloves is a most attractive and well built modern bungalow constructed to a high standard in the 1970's and has been considerably improved by the previous owners including a complete uPVC window replacement and cavity wall insulation. The kitchen has been updated as has the bathroom.

The property is presented in good decorative order through out and stands in a beautifully laid out garden plot of just over one third of an acre in size which enjoys superb views southerly towards Dartmoor.

The accommodation is spacious and well planned and there is scope for extending the property subject to planning permission.

SITUATION

The village of Zeal Monachorum which is named from the Latin for Monks Cell was once under the ownership of Buckfast Abbey.

It is a much sort after village in Mid-Devon situated between Crediton and Winkleigh. The village has local services which includes a local post office and stores, parish church and there are a number of primary schools within a five mile radius including ones at Bow and Copplestone.

In addition to this the market town of Crediton with the popular Queen Elizabeth Community secondary school and its local shops and services are within a seven mile car journey. Apart from access to further towns such as Okehampton and Tiverton there is easy access to Dartmoor National Park and surrounding areas which provides for superb walking and riding facilities. The Cathedral city of Exeter is approx sixteen miles away with its main line train stations and motorway links.

DIRECTIONS

From the centre of Crediton take the A377 road to Copplestone, on reaching Copplestone village take the left fork A3072 which is sign posted for Bow. Just before you reach Bow there is a turning sign posted for Zeal Monachorum on the right hand side, take this turning and almost immediately there is a turning left. Follow this lane down to the end and turn right at the T junction which will then take you over Haynes Bridge, this will lead you into the village and at the centre of the village turn left into Western Road and Foxglove can be found on the edge of the village on the right hand side of this road.

The accommodation comprises (all dimensions are approximate)

The property is approached by a sweeping drive which leads up to a covered porch with a solid wood entrance door to

Entrance Hall: 14'1" x 5'10" (4.29m x 1.78m) panelled radiator with an arch into the inner hall where there is a further double radiator and loft access to a part boarded loft via a pull down ladder. From the hall there is a door to

Lounge: 14'7" x 12'10" maximum( 4.44m x 6.25m) in addition to this there is a deep bay window overlooking the front of the property which has uPVC double glazed window units offering superb views over the surrounding countryside. There is a stone feature fireplace with slate arch and mantel and 2 panelled radiators.

Kitchen: 14'6" x 11'0" (4.42m x 3.35mThe kitchen is fully fitted with matching units comprising base units and more than ample drawers and cupboards. There is a rolled edged work surface on two sides which incorporates a coloured sink unit with twin bowls, mixer taps and drainer.
Under the surface there is space and plumbing for a dish washer. In one corner there is space for an electric cooker, over which there is a corner unit housing an extractor fan and light over. At one end there is eye level cupboards which match the base units, there is a deep larder cupboard which is shelved and ventilated. There is a further double width cupboard with a storage cupboard over, a double radiator and door to

Utility Room: 8' 0"x 7' 0"(2.44m x 2.13m) there is a base unit with a stainless steel sink unit over with cupboards under, work surfaces adjacent with cupboards under space and plumbing under for washing machine. Eye level cupboards, uPVC double glazed window over rear garden, recessed area for storage. There is an airing cupboard which has slatted shelves and the insert is a lagged copper cylinder with an immersion heater. There is a blocked off door leading from the utility to the inner hall. From the inner hall there are further doors to

Bedroom 1: 13'3" x 10'9" (4.04m x 3.28m) uPVC double glazed window units over the front garden, panelled radiator under the window and wardrobe cupboards. En suite cloakroom with low level w c and vanitywash hand basin, cupboard under, extractor fan.

Bedroom 2: 13'3" x 10'12" (4.78m x 3.35m) uPVC double glazed window unit over the rear of the property, panelled radiator, recessed with fitted wardrobes which will remain.

Bedroom 3: 12'3" x 12'0"(3.73m x 3.66m) uPVC double glazed picture window over the front of the property, panelled radiator under, second door to inner hall. This room is being used as a dining room by the present owner.



Bathroom: This is fully fitted with a white matching suite comprising of a panelled enclosed bath, with tiles throughout, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled low level w.c. corner shower unit with foot bath and mains shower over, enclosed and tiled, uPVC double glazed window over the rear garden which has frosted glass.

Agents note: Bedroom 3 is at present being used as a dining room by the owner.

From the kitchen there is a doorway to an outer lobby with a half glazed door to the outside and a door leading to

Garage: 23' x 14' 0" (7.01m x 4.27m) The garage has plastered walls and an artex ceiling and therefore could easily be incorporated into the property as an extension (possible annex or additional rooms) subject to obtaining planning permission. Loft access via a wall mounted ladder to a part boarded loft. Floor mounted oil fired boiler which provides for the domestic hot water and central heating. If the garage was to be converted there is more than ample space adjacent to build another garage again subject to planning permission.

Outside: The property is a large flat plot which extends to about a third of an acre, approached by a sweeping tarmac driveway which has a sweeping turning point in front of the house with access to the garage.

To the left of the garage there is a large garden plot which has many specimen shrubs and small trees and a large lawn area which is well maintained and a rose garden. To the right of the drive there is a further large lawn area which is well maintained and the whole garden is given privacy by hedging.

To the side of the garage there is a footpath leading to the rear garden. At the rear of the garage there is a secret garden which houses a timber garden shed and green house and has in the past provided for a vegetable garden.

The path continues around to an oil storage tank which leads onto the rear garden. Here there is a large patio area with a small lawn adjacent with gently raising rockery beds leading up to a further flat area of lawn. Outside water tap,

The garden offers superb views to the front out towards surrounding countryside and Dartmoor.

Services: Mains Water, Electricty and Drainage are all connected. Full oil fired central heating.
Cavity wall insulation. BT phone connected.

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. "