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Take a deep breath of the sea air, and enjoy the magnificent sea and country views from the beautiful landscaped gardens of this wonderful 16th century detached Devon farmhouse, which is of architectural and historical importance and adjoins Natural Trust woodland

• Reception Hall • Cloakroom • Sitting Room • Drawing Room • Dining Room • Integrated Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Master Bedroom En-Suite • Two Further En-Suite Bedrooms • 1.3 Acre Landscaped Gardens • Double Garage •


. This stunning 16th Century former farmhouse enjoys outstanding views not only of Salcombe mouth but also over the surrounding farm and woodland much of which is under National Trust control. Salcombe Regis is a small village about two miles east of Sidmouth picturesquely seated in the Sid Valley sheltered by boldly swelling hills which terminate in lofty red sandstone sea cliffs. The church of St Peter is a fine Norman structure originally dating back to the 12th Century and is very much a focal point of the village.

. Combe Wood House which is situated at the end of a private road is believed to have been constructed around 1560 and is Grade II Listed being of architectural and historical importance. Of cob and stone elevations under a thatch roof, the house is approximately 500 yards from Salcombe mouth beach which is only accessible on foot. There is also direct access to the South West coastal path designated an area of outstanding natural beauty. The property has been significantly modernised blending quality additions with many lovely character feature expected in a property of this period. There are two superb inglenook fireplaces in the reception rooms, cottage windows and doors and many substantial exposed beams.

. The Drawing, Sitting and Dining rooms have been arranged to take full advantage of the previously mentioned views whilst the same can be said for the three bedrooms which have south or west aspects. Internally the property has been completely brought up to date within the last three years and particularly with regard to a high quality \"Smallbone\" bespoke kitchen with marble work surfaces. There are luxuriously appointed bath and shower rooms and a superb oak panelled dining room.

. Considerable expenditure has been made with regard to the gardens which enjoy magnificent views and which back onto National Trust Woodland. The property which has good ceiling heights additionally benefits from an oil fired central heating system, a spring fed private water supply, detached double garage and ample parking.

. Approached via a charming enclosed cottage courtyard garden, a pathway leads to the front door with glazed panel opening to:

Receptioin Hall -21' x 7'3\" (6.4m x 2.2m). An impressive entrance to the house with a part flagged floor and exposed beams. Double radiator. Wall light points. Stairs rising to the first floor. Doors to :-

Cloakroom: - Refitted and tiled to dado height and with matching floor tiling. Suite comprising: Close coupled W.C. Pedestal washbasin with mirror over. Double radiator. Wall light. Recessed ceiling down lighting. Window to side.

Sitting Room: -15'1\" (4.6m) plus depth of wide fireplace x 14'5\" (4.4m). A superb room of considerable character with Southerly sea views down the Salcombe Valley. The focal point of the room is a wide inglenook open grate fireplace with inset niches, wide timber lintel and stone hearth. The character is further enhanced by a substantial timber ceiling beam, wall beams and an alcove with a fitted display cabinet. Futher alcove to side with wall light. Two double radiators. Television and telephone points. French doors opening onto the Southerly facing gardens. Deep arch and steps down to:-

Drawing Room:-14'5\" (4.4m) x 13'1\" (4.0m) plus depth of wide fireplace and entrance.. Another lovely room being dual aspect and enjoying fine views from South to West of both the sea and surrounding farm and woodland. A large stone fireplace with wood burner on a flag hearth and wide timber lintel over. Double and single radiators. Substantial timber ceiling beam. Television and telephone points. Ample lights with dimmer switch. Window to rear with lovely views over the gardens. Large double glazed bay window with South and West aspects.

Dining Room: -12'2\" x 18'4\" plus bay (3.7m x 5.59m plus bay). A room of considerable character having full height quality oak panelling with mirror and fitted dresser with concealed lighting. Large feature bay with door to the terrace and gardens. Substantial timber ceiling beam. Two double radiators. Wall lights with dimmer switch. Window to side.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room -14'5\" (4.4m) plus bay x 13'1\" (4.0m) Including depth of fitted units.. A high quality bespoke kitchen by the \"Smallbone\" company. Comprising of a comprehensive range of base and eye level storage units incorporating extending rack shelving and two glass fronted display cabinets, inset one and half bowl stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap with hand held spray attachment within a timber surround. Stanley oil fired cooker within a range with a double oven and two ring LPG hob to side.

. Extensive marble work top surfaces with matching upstands. Quality range of integrated appliances including a Miele coffee machine and microwave with warming drawer under. Storage cupboard over and pan drawer under. Island unit with Miele oven and marble work top surface over. Storage cupboard to side. Integrated dishwasher and space for American style refrigerator. Exposed timber ceiling and wall beams. Window to side with deep marble sill. Ceiling downlighting. Attractive \"fired earth\" flagged floor. Door to:-

Utility Room6'7\" (2.0m) x 5'11\" (1.8m) plus alcove depth. Porcelain sink unit with mixer tap and adjoining timber work top surfaces. Plumbing and space for washing machine and additional appliance space. Fitted shelving \"Fired Earth\" flagged floor. Meter cupboard. Door to front courtyard and access to the side.

First floor landing:- Being split level and with West facing window. Stairs to upper landing. Radiator. Wall light points. Fitted cupboard. Doors to:-

Master Bedroom:-15'1\" (4.6m) (15'1\" (4.6m)) x 14'1\" (4.3m) (14'1\" (4.3m)),. A dual aspect room looking West and South, and with outstanding views of the sea and countryside. Exposed timber joists. Large fitted wardrobe. Deep window sills. Radiator. T.V aerial and telephone points. Door to:-

En-suite Bathroom:-14'1\" x 12'2\" (4.3m x 3.7m). Approached via a dressing area with radiator, wall light and exposed timber floor. This luxuriously appointed en-suite bathroom comprises of a free standing ball and claw bath with a mixer tap and hand spray attachment. Close coupled W.C and hand wash basin on a chrome stand with mirror and recessed down lighting over. Shaver point. Bidet in tiled surround. Cast iron fireplace with flame effect gas fire and marble fire surround. Two combination radiators and heated towel rails. Range of full height fitted cupboards and period dresser with concealed down lighting. Mirrors with wall lights over bath and W.C Exposed timber ceiling joists. Window with deep sill and sea views.

Bedroom Two:-14'5\" x 13'9\" (4.4m x 4.2m). A dual aspect room with windows to rear side. A lovely well proportioned room having a cast iron fireplace with flame effect gas fire and marble fire surround. Exposed timber joists and ceiling beams. Double radiator. Built in cupboard with marble surface over. Airing cupboard with lagged tank. Door to:

Bathroom:-13'9\" x 6'7\" (4.2m x 2m). A well appointed bathroom with up to date white suite comprising panelled bath with marble splash back, central mixer tap and hand spray attachment. Close coupled W.C. Pedestal wash basin in tiled surround. Fitted mirror with wall lights to side over sink unit. Heated towel rail. Radiator. Timber wall beams with recessed ceiling down lighting.

Bedroom Three14'5\" (4.4m) x 13'5\" (4.1m) plus large bay. A bay window with lovely open southerly views. Radiator. Built in wardrobe. Two built in cupboards.

Shower Room Adjacent to bedroom three with fully tiled shower enclosure and rain head shower. Dual flush close coupled W.C in tiled surround. Pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back. Fitted mirror with integral lighting over. Shaver point. Wall lights. Heated towel rail. Exposed timber ceiling beam. Tiled floor. Recessed down lighting. Window to side.

Outside and Gardens

Detached Double Garage20'8\" (6.3m) x18'1\" (5.5m):- With up and over doors.. Approached by a driveway of approximately of one third of a mile from the road, a parking bay at the end of the drive has been created for two cars. From this area a full length wrought iron gate leads to a lovely enclosed cottage garden, with shaped lawns, a variety of shrubs and plants, and an old hand pump and stone trough. This Westerly facing garden also features a stone built store with pantile roof occupying one side of the garden, ensuring a high degree of privacy from the lane. A further wrought iron gate leads to a woodstore, again with pantile roof, and at the North side of the house steps lead up to an extensive lawn garden bounded by National Trust woodland. The formal gardens lay on the Southern side of the house with a flagged sun terrace adjacent to the property arranged to enjoy the stunning views to the South and West. Considerable expenditure has been made to the extensive shrub and flower borders with specimen shrubs and plants providing colour throughout the season.

. The garden also features a charming detached thatched outbuilding (2.9m x 2.8m) built in a cottage style with stone elevations under a thatched roof. The outbuilding has a substantial oak door and electric power and lighting. A wrought iron gate to the side leads to a driveway of approx 60 meters again planted with specimen shrubs and flowering plants. At the end of the drive is a parking and turning area directly in front of the garage and at the side a flagged seating area enjoying views over the valley. This area of the garden contains a number of fruit cages a greenhouse with cold water tap. An irrigation system is in place throughout the gardens.


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