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" Delightful 2 bedroomed stone built period cottage with large secluded south facing gardens and excellent country views.

ENTRANCE PORCH, ENTRANCE HALL, SITTING ROOM, KITCHEN/DINING ROOM, 2 BEDROOMS, BATHROOM, SOUTH FACING REAR GARDEN, EXCELLENT COUNTRY VIEWS, NO ONWARD CHAIN

DESCRIPTION This delightful stone built cottage (end of three) is believed to date back to approximately 1800 being built as a railway cottage forming part of the Earl of Portsmouth Estate which covered much of the surrounding countryside.

It offers excellent 2 bedroomed accomodation with a wealth of exposed timber beams and exposed fireplace with bread oven. The current owner has updated the property giving modern convienences such as oil fired central heating and upvc double glazing whilst retaining the character and charm of the cottage. It also benefits from a private water supply and is served by a septic and therefore is exempt from water rates and sewerage charges.

The garden is the real wow of the property extending to over 140 feet and adjoining local countryside to the south. The garden has areas of lawn, storage and productive vegetable/fruit growing areas with sheds and a poly tunnel.

The cottage is well situated for easy transport links as it adjoins the A377 in the small cluster of housing at Chenson and the Tarka train line is accessable within a couple of miles at either Lapford or Eggesford. This opens up vast opportunities for commuting, being central to Tiverton, for the M5 and rail links, Exeter, Barnstaple and only 15 minutes from the market town of Crediton.

LAPFORD, a large parish and village, lies just north of the main A377 Exeter / Barnstaple road approximately 9 miles from Crediton and 16 miles from Exeter. The village has good amenities including shops, post office, inns, primary school and there is also a preschool with excellent OFSTED report. On the edge of the village is a railway station and there is a regular daily bus service from the heart of the village. The parish church, St Thomas of Canterbury, is of perpendicular style and has a fine 16th century rood screen.

DIRECTIONS From Crediton take the A377 through Copplestone and Lapford, 2 miles from Lapford on the A377 is the hamlet of Chenson and the property is on the left hand side backing onto the road. It is the right hand of the three cottages as you look from the road. Please park in the layby opposite the cottage when viewing and take great care when entering/leaving the layby.

The accommodation comprises, with approximate measurements

GROUND FLOOR

Stable style timber door to ENTRANCE PORCH with power. Further stable door to

STAIRCASE ENTRANCE HALL 6'7 x 4'1 (2.01m x 1.24m) plus under stairs arched recess with cloaks hooks.

Separate entrances to

SITTING ROOM 13'10 x 13'10 (4.22m x 4.22m) Oak laminate flooring, TV aerial point, telephone point. Large feature window with slate sill, large exposed brick fireplace with Villager wood burning stove, bread oven, exposed timber beams, 3 wall lights. Radiator

L-shaped KITCHEN/DINING ROOM with overall measurement of 15'6 x 13'8 (4.72m x 4.17m) (max wall to wall measurement) Range of wood effect fronted base units providing ample cupboard and drawer storage space, built-in electric oven, space and plumbing for automatic washing machine, rolled edged laminated work surfaces with inset gas hob (bottled gas), extractor hood over, attractive wall tiling, matching wall cabinets. Oil-fired Stanley range cooker/boiler providing central heating, hot water and cooking. Large storage cupboard currently housing condensing tumble dryer, space for upright fridge/freezer.

FIRST FLOOR

Stairs to LANDING

Separate entrances to

BEDROOM 1 14'2 x 12' (4.32m x 3.66m) Telephone point, TV aerial point. Fantastic view over garden and countryside beyond. Chimney recess (could easily be restored back as fireplace). Radiator

BEDROOM 2 14'1 x 8'2 plus wardrobe recesses. Loft storage space, telephone point, TV aerial socket. Beautiful southerly views. Access to insulated roof space . Radiator

L-Shaped BATHROOM 10'9 x 8'2 (3.28m x 2.49m) (maximum wall to wall measurement) Low level w.c, pedestal basin, panelled bath with shower mixer over, wall tiling, shower curtain, inset ceiling spotlights. Airing cupboard with hot water cylinder inc digital timed immersion heater for summer use, slatted shelving. Radiator. Fantastic country views

OUTSIDE

Concrete pull in from road with stone borders. Attractive path leading down to pedestrian gate leading to fully enclosed south facing REAR GARDEN. The garden being a particular feature of this property and measuring over 140' (42.67m) in length.

Gravelled pathway leading to front door and small seating area with gazebo and sun shade. Steps up to PATIO area to the side. Well screened oil storage tank and wood SHED.

The garden extends to over 140' x 45' (42.67m x 13.72m) being currently divided into 2 areas the first being laid mainly to lawn with central stone rustic pathway, attractive planted and well established flower borders, plant beds with a variety of shrubs, plants and trees. Small paved pathway to pedestrian gateway leading to second section of garden used as productive and vegetable and fruit growing area with raised beds, small fruit tree area. Further paved patio with pretty bench seat, 15' (4.57m) polytunnel for the keen gardener. GREENHOUSE 8' x 6' (2.44m x 1.83m) with water recycling and various timber built sheds one being 10' x 8' (3.05m x 2.44m) and the other 8'x 6' (2.44mx 1.83m)

The garden is fully enclosed and level so is suberb for those with children or animals and surrounded by natural hedging and timber fencing.

DHC5565
V4

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. "