2 Bedroom Detached for sale in Crediton, EX17
Lapford, Crediton, EX17£239,950
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1 Railway Cottages is a most attractive detached single storey cottage situated in the heart of the Taw Valley nestling between the A377 and the Tarka Exeter to Barnstaple rail line. The property was built in the 1850's and is of part stone construction under a slate roof with rendered and colour washed elevations and uPVC double glazed windows and doors throughout. Internally the property has been exceptionally well maintained by the current owners offering well laid out and comfortable two/three bedroom accommodation including a Sitting Room, a newly fitted Bathroom and a well appointed light and spacious Kitchen/Breakfast Room with a solid fuel Stanley Stove for cooking, room heating, servicing the central heating a providing domestic hot water. Outside 1 Railway Cottages benefits from its own drive and parking area providing ample space for at least three cars, as well as good sized lawned gardens which are located on either side of the property and benefit from lovely wooded valley views down the Taw Valley. The garden is also equipped with a good array of Storage Sheds and Workshop space for logs and garden equipment.
Property Reference KEA0123
Accommodation Comprising
From the front garden a paved and concrete path lead up to the half uPVC double glazed Front Door opening into the
Entrance Hall
with uPVC double glazed windows to the front and side allowing lovely rural view, space for a freezer, radiator, ample coat hanging space and a central ceiling light. At one end opens into the
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
with room for Dining at one end and fitted with a cream shaker style Kitchen at the other with units on three sides under an attractive granite work surface with granite up-stand, including and incorporating an inset one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap and space and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher below. The Kitchen also benefits from a range of matching wall cupboards, space and point for an under counter fridge, an inset 'Neff' ceramic hob and a Stanley solid fuel range for cooking, room heating, servicing the central heating and supplying hot water. On one side there are two uPVC double glazed picture windows allowing lovely views over the garden and open countryside beyond. The Kitchen is finished with a terracotta tiled floor, two tracks of triple ceiling spotlights, exposed central ceiling beam, and an extractor fan. In one corner wooden steps lead up to painted wood panel door into the
Sitting Room
with original exposed stone fireplace on one side housing a Villager multi-fuel stove on a slate and stone hearth benefiting from a range of recessed built-in display shelving on either side. On the opposite side of the fireplace a uPVC double glazed window overlooks the adjoining countryside. The Sitting Room also benefits from a central ceiling light and a TV and telephone point. In one corner a doorway and two steps lead down to the
Study/Bedroom 3
Currently used as a Study with former fireplace recess with further recesses on either side, one fitted with useful shelving. On one side there is a fully uPVC double glazed door which overlooks and leads out to the patio area. The room is finished with a central ceiling light and a radiator. Returning to the Sitting Room, a painted panel door leads to
Bedroom 1
A good sized double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window to the rear overlooking the adjoining countryside, with radiator below. At one end is the original Victorian fireplace with painted wood surround and mantle and deep recesses on either side currently fitted with hanging rails for clothes storage. The room is finished with a central ceiling light.
Rear Hall
Returning to the Sitting Room, a doorway leads into the Rear Hall with further doors to Bedroom 2 and Bathroom and uPVC double glazed door leading out to the side of the property. The Rear Hall also benefits from ample coat hanging space, a radiator, hatch to the partially boarded and insulated roof space, a central ceiling light and the electric fuse boxes.
Bedroom 2
Another double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window on one side and former fireplace recess on the other which has been shelved to create a dressing table area. In either corner are further recesses which are fitted with hanging rails providing useful clothes storage space. The room is finished with a central ceiling light.
Bathroom
A newly fitted Bathroom with matching white suite comprising a panel bath with stainless steel mixer tap, wall mounted shower attachment, fully tiled splash backs and glazed shower screen to one side; pedestal wash hand basin with mirror and glass shelf over, stainless steel taps and radiator to one side; and a low level WC. The Bathroom also benefits from the original Victorian fireplace with painted wooden surround and mantle. In one corner is a range of fitted shelving built into a recess, whilst in the opposite corner a white painted panel door opens into the Airing Cupboard housing the factory lagged hot water cylinder with electric immersion and the well water treatment unit. The Bathroom is finished with a uPVC double glazed window to one side, an extractor fan, a central ceiling light and a cork tiled floor.
Outside
From the A377, a gravel drive leads down to the off-road parking area providing enough space and turning for at least three cars. On one side, gravel steps lead up to a raised area of level lawn with mature hedging on two sides and a storage shed in one corner. On the remaining side a gravel path gives access to a good sized and fertile vegetable plot which has already been turned over for this years growing season, with a small poly tunnel at one end.
Returning to the parking area a wooden pedestrian gate opens onto a paved path leading into the Front Garden with good sized areas of level lawn on both sides and a useful Garden Shed/Workshop/Covered Storage Area with concrete floor and light and power connected, providing useful log storage and work space. The paved path continues through the front garden, passing two gravel beds creating an ideal site for flower pots and planters, and gives access to the Front Door into the Entrance Hall/Utility Room. Immediately at the front of the property a concrete path gives access to a coal bunker and some steps which return to the drive. At one end the concrete path gives rise to a tarmac path leading alongside the property through a wooden pedestrian gate, passing the side door into the Rear Hall, and leading out to the Rear Garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a raised flower bed to one side. Immediately to the rear of the house there is a lean-to Greenhouse and a central paved path which leads through the Rear Garden and gives access to some useful timber and galvanised iron storage sheds. Returning to the rear of the house a paved path leads to a concrete patio area creating a lovely Summer seating area allowing lovely views across the adjoining countryside, and allowing access into the cottage via the fully glazed door into the Study/Bedroom 3. The path continues along the side and returns to the Front Garden.
Services
Mains electricity, private water and drainage. Telephone connected subject to BT Regulations.
Rates
Local Authorities
Mid Devon District Council, The Great House, 1 St Peter St, Tiverton EX16 6NQ ( 01884 255 255
Devon County Council, County Hall, Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon EX1 2HN Tel No: 01392 382000
Council Tax Band - Band C
Tenure
FOR SALE FREEHOLD BY PRIVATE TREATY
WITH VACANT POSSESSION ON COMPLETION
Agents Notes
Viewings Strictly by appointment through the agent
Out of Office Hours Please Call 01769 580024 Email enquiries@keenors.co.uk
Directions
1 Railway Cottages, Lapford, Crediton, Devon EX17 6QU
From Chulmleigh follow the A377 Exeter/Barnstaple main road, at Leigh Cross, proceed towards Exeter just before reaching Lapford, 1 Railway Cottages is the third cottage on the on the right hand side after Lapford Kennels.
Disclaimer
These particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through The Keenor Estate Agent. The particulars have been reproduced in good faith and although every reasonable care has been taken in their preparation they must be treated as a guideline only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. All measurements and distances given within these particulars are approximate and mention of any appliances and/or services does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order. If there are any points of particular importance that need clarifying to interested parties prior to viewing please contact our office.
Property Reference KEA0123
Accommodation Comprising
From the front garden a paved and concrete path lead up to the half uPVC double glazed Front Door opening into the
Entrance Hall
with uPVC double glazed windows to the front and side allowing lovely rural view, space for a freezer, radiator, ample coat hanging space and a central ceiling light. At one end opens into the
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
with room for Dining at one end and fitted with a cream shaker style Kitchen at the other with units on three sides under an attractive granite work surface with granite up-stand, including and incorporating an inset one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap and space and plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher below. The Kitchen also benefits from a range of matching wall cupboards, space and point for an under counter fridge, an inset 'Neff' ceramic hob and a Stanley solid fuel range for cooking, room heating, servicing the central heating and supplying hot water. On one side there are two uPVC double glazed picture windows allowing lovely views over the garden and open countryside beyond. The Kitchen is finished with a terracotta tiled floor, two tracks of triple ceiling spotlights, exposed central ceiling beam, and an extractor fan. In one corner wooden steps lead up to painted wood panel door into the
Sitting Room
with original exposed stone fireplace on one side housing a Villager multi-fuel stove on a slate and stone hearth benefiting from a range of recessed built-in display shelving on either side. On the opposite side of the fireplace a uPVC double glazed window overlooks the adjoining countryside. The Sitting Room also benefits from a central ceiling light and a TV and telephone point. In one corner a doorway and two steps lead down to the
Study/Bedroom 3
Currently used as a Study with former fireplace recess with further recesses on either side, one fitted with useful shelving. On one side there is a fully uPVC double glazed door which overlooks and leads out to the patio area. The room is finished with a central ceiling light and a radiator. Returning to the Sitting Room, a painted panel door leads to
Bedroom 1
A good sized double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window to the rear overlooking the adjoining countryside, with radiator below. At one end is the original Victorian fireplace with painted wood surround and mantle and deep recesses on either side currently fitted with hanging rails for clothes storage. The room is finished with a central ceiling light.
Rear Hall
Returning to the Sitting Room, a doorway leads into the Rear Hall with further doors to Bedroom 2 and Bathroom and uPVC double glazed door leading out to the side of the property. The Rear Hall also benefits from ample coat hanging space, a radiator, hatch to the partially boarded and insulated roof space, a central ceiling light and the electric fuse boxes.
Bedroom 2
Another double bedroom with uPVC double glazed window on one side and former fireplace recess on the other which has been shelved to create a dressing table area. In either corner are further recesses which are fitted with hanging rails providing useful clothes storage space. The room is finished with a central ceiling light.
Bathroom
A newly fitted Bathroom with matching white suite comprising a panel bath with stainless steel mixer tap, wall mounted shower attachment, fully tiled splash backs and glazed shower screen to one side; pedestal wash hand basin with mirror and glass shelf over, stainless steel taps and radiator to one side; and a low level WC. The Bathroom also benefits from the original Victorian fireplace with painted wooden surround and mantle. In one corner is a range of fitted shelving built into a recess, whilst in the opposite corner a white painted panel door opens into the Airing Cupboard housing the factory lagged hot water cylinder with electric immersion and the well water treatment unit. The Bathroom is finished with a uPVC double glazed window to one side, an extractor fan, a central ceiling light and a cork tiled floor.
Outside
From the A377, a gravel drive leads down to the off-road parking area providing enough space and turning for at least three cars. On one side, gravel steps lead up to a raised area of level lawn with mature hedging on two sides and a storage shed in one corner. On the remaining side a gravel path gives access to a good sized and fertile vegetable plot which has already been turned over for this years growing season, with a small poly tunnel at one end.
Returning to the parking area a wooden pedestrian gate opens onto a paved path leading into the Front Garden with good sized areas of level lawn on both sides and a useful Garden Shed/Workshop/Covered Storage Area with concrete floor and light and power connected, providing useful log storage and work space. The paved path continues through the front garden, passing two gravel beds creating an ideal site for flower pots and planters, and gives access to the Front Door into the Entrance Hall/Utility Room. Immediately at the front of the property a concrete path gives access to a coal bunker and some steps which return to the drive. At one end the concrete path gives rise to a tarmac path leading alongside the property through a wooden pedestrian gate, passing the side door into the Rear Hall, and leading out to the Rear Garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a raised flower bed to one side. Immediately to the rear of the house there is a lean-to Greenhouse and a central paved path which leads through the Rear Garden and gives access to some useful timber and galvanised iron storage sheds. Returning to the rear of the house a paved path leads to a concrete patio area creating a lovely Summer seating area allowing lovely views across the adjoining countryside, and allowing access into the cottage via the fully glazed door into the Study/Bedroom 3. The path continues along the side and returns to the Front Garden.
Services
Mains electricity, private water and drainage. Telephone connected subject to BT Regulations.
Rates
Local Authorities
Mid Devon District Council, The Great House, 1 St Peter St, Tiverton EX16 6NQ ( 01884 255 255
Devon County Council, County Hall, Topsham Road, Exeter, Devon EX1 2HN Tel No: 01392 382000
Council Tax Band - Band C
Tenure
FOR SALE FREEHOLD BY PRIVATE TREATY
WITH VACANT POSSESSION ON COMPLETION
Agents Notes
Viewings Strictly by appointment through the agent
Out of Office Hours Please Call 01769 580024 Email enquiries@keenors.co.uk
Directions
1 Railway Cottages, Lapford, Crediton, Devon EX17 6QU
From Chulmleigh follow the A377 Exeter/Barnstaple main road, at Leigh Cross, proceed towards Exeter just before reaching Lapford, 1 Railway Cottages is the third cottage on the on the right hand side after Lapford Kennels.
Disclaimer
These particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations are conducted through The Keenor Estate Agent. The particulars have been reproduced in good faith and although every reasonable care has been taken in their preparation they must be treated as a guideline only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. All measurements and distances given within these particulars are approximate and mention of any appliances and/or services does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order. If there are any points of particular importance that need clarifying to interested parties prior to viewing please contact our office.
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