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" Riverdale is a charming period home located right at the heart of this very popular and picturesque Exe Estuary town. Rarely available this home has been lovingly cared for and gradually improved and now offers new owners the chance to enjoy the chance of living in comfort one of Topsham's historic riverside homes. Riverdale is found on Ferry Road which itself runs parallel with the River. As the roads name suggests a Foot Ferry exists just a few yards from the property during the Summer months across the river with access to the Turf Locks Hotel and Canal just a few yards away. The towns has always attracted keen sailors and the towns sailing club is also found nearby. Fore Street which now boasts an impressive selection of stylish shops is a short walk away coupled with the fact that the Town has recently won an award as the best town in the South West for its choice of Food and Drink this must place Topsham high on the list of desirable waterside retreats in the South West. Transport and Leisure pursuits are also close at hand with the cathedral city of Exeter within 4 miles and quick access to the M5 at junction 30 and the A30 into Cornwall. London Paddington is within 2 hours of Exeter.


Directions
On leaving the Topsham office turn left and cross over the road heading down Fore Street. Turn Right in to Exe Street and follow the road down to the end and turn right. Riverdale will then be found on the right hand side.

Situation
Topsham remains an estuary town of nationwide renown, reflected in its character period cottages and houses, perfectly blended with a range of more modern homes. Its excellent amenities range from a splendid individual-styled parade of shops to churches, restaurants, several pubs, a school and a bowling and sailing club. There is also a frequent bus service and a train link between Exmouth and Exeter. Topsham has recently won an award as the best town in the South West for its choice of Food and Drink which places the town very high on the list of desirable waterside retreats in the South West. Transport and Leisure pursuits are also close at hand with the cathedral city of Exeter within 4 miles and quick access to the M5 at junction 30 and the A30 into Cornwall. London Paddington is approximately 2 hours of Exeter.

Entrance
Covered entrance door leading through to :-

Hallway
Hanging space. Alarm panel. Meter cupboards. Tiled floor. Leading through to :-

Open Plan Sitting room/Kitchen
11'10 (3.6m) x 10'4 (3.15m). Two sash windows to the front with window seats and shutter. Ornate coved ceiling. Two radiators. Built in storage cupboard. Built in glass fronted cabinet with cupboards under. Window to the rear with window seat. Open plan through to :-


Kitchen
10'9 (3.27m) x 9' (2.74m). Granite work top surfaces with matching up stands and tiled splash back. Twin oven and hot plate British racing green Aga. Inset 1n++ bowl stainless steel sinks with mixer tap and grooved granite drainer. Cupboards and drawers under with fitted bin and dishwasher. Built in microwave and built in over size fridge and freezer below. Matching wall mounted cupboard and glass fronted display cabinets. Plate racks and shelving. Two windows to the rear and one to the side. Down lighters. Stable door with glazed top to the outside.


Dining Room
11'10 (3.6m) x 10'4 (3.15m). Sash window to the front with shutters. Dado rail. Radiator. Recess display shelving.


Shower Room
6'11 (2.11m) x 6'5 (1.95m). White suite comprising WC. Wash hand basin in tiled splash back with Vanity mirror and lighting. Shaver point. Fully tiled shower cubicle with built in Mira shower. Radiator. Opaque window to the rear. Extractor fan. Built in linen cupboard

First Floor Landing
Large window to the rear. Fitted shelving. Radiator. Doors to :-

Bedroom 1
15'5 (4.7m) x 15'5 (4.7m). The present owners used this as a sitting room. Sash bay window to the front with superb views over the estuary. Mantled fireplace with living flame gas fire in a cast iron insert. Panelling to half height. Coved ceiling. Recess display shelving. Radiator. Two built in storage shelved cupboards.


Bedroom 2
20'5 (6.22m) x 12' (3.65m). Two sash bay windows to the front with excellent Exe Estuary views. Built in triple wardrobe and further built in storage. Recess display shelving. Radiator.


Bedroom 3
11'7 (3.53m) x 9'7 (2.92m). Window to the rear and sash window to the side. Built in double wardrobe with cupboards over. Further fitted head height cupboards. Matching bedside cabinets. Radiator. Picture rail.


Bathroom
7'8 (2.34m) x 7'3 (2.21m). White suite comprising panelled bath with Victorian style mixer shower tap in tiled splash back. Wash hand basin in tiled splash back with cupboard under. Opaque window to the rear. Radiator. Extractor fan. Heated towel rail.


Cloakroom
Opaque window to the rear. White low level WC. Radiator.

Courtyard Garden
24'4 (7.41m) x 13'9 (4.19m). To the rear of the property is a Courtyard style garden with a boiler/utility room housing a gas fired Combi boiler and plumbing for a washing machine. There is also a useful store.

Garden
A magnificent waterside garden divided into sections with stunning river views facing in a south westerly direction. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with flowerbeds and a summerhouse. There is also some brick paved parking and hard standing area able to accommodate two to three cars enclosed by hedge screening. "