Property description

An individual three bedroom character home enjoying a stunning country setting and panoramic views over the surrounding countryside.


This interesting, character property is situated within a small country estate of Knowle Park, one of just a handful of converted buildings neighbouring a Grade II listed country house. This property enjoys stunning, panoramic views over the surrounding fields and to the nearby peak of Buckton Hill and beyond. The hamlet of Harcombe is in the Parish of Sidbury and is situated approximately three miles away from the popular coastal resort of Sidmouth. Sidmouth offers an excellent range of facilities, including Clubs, Shops and Societies, as well as the popular Regency Esplanade and seafront. Also nearby is the village of Sidford, which has a small Supermarket with a Post Office and there are two Public Houses.


Morchard offers good size, well presented accommodation, with the majority being on one floor and comprising a generously proportioned living room with a wood burning stove and full width sliding patio doors giving access onto a large balcony. From here there is a stunning 180 degree view over the surrounding countryside. There is also a large kitchen/dining room which is attractively fitted and has built in appliances, there are two double bedrooms - both having a fitted wardrobe and there is a well fitted, modern shower room. From the living room a staircase lowers to the master bedroom suite, which is of a good size, has a built in double wardrobe and a well-appointed en-suite bathroom.


The property also benefits from having uPVC double glazed windows and heating is supplied via an LPG fired boiler to radiators.


To the outside there are well tended gardens which adjoin the property. There is a driveway providing parking and giving access to a double garage. Above the double garage is a large decked terrace, which also takes full advantage of the views and is ideal for entertaining. In addition, and across from the access drive, are circa 0.4 acres of enclosed garden/orchard, which has a central paved terrace and a corner timber summerhouse.

DIRECTIONS
From our office in Sidmouth, proceed up the High Street and straight over the mini-roundabout, turning right opposite the Radway Cinema into Salcombe Road. Continue over the River Sid, following the road around to the left and continue for approximately two miles. On meeting the A3052 (Exeter-Lyme Regis road) on the crossroads continue straight across and pass Stevens Cross Close on the right hand side. Continue, taking the next turning right, which is marked Boswell Farm. Continue along this private lane and upon passing between the gateway pillars bear left, marked Knowle Park and Morchard will be the first property on the right hand side.


The accommodation with approximate dimensions comprises:


Steps lead to the large timber decked terrace, with an entrance canopy and a solid wood front door opening to the:

RECEPTION HALL
Built in storage cupboard with shelving. Two radiators. Laminate flooring. Cupboard containing boiler for central heating. Adjoining airing cupboard.

LIVING ROOM
6.0m x 4.8m (max measurements) (19'9\" x 15'9\") Dual aspect, taking full advantage of the views. Exposed ceiling beams. TV point. Four wall light points. Radiator. Recessed fireplace with slate hearth, timber beam over and fitted log burning stove. Wide sliding patio doors giving access onto the balcony.

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM
3.85m x 4.65m (max measurements) (12'6\" x 15'3\") Dual aspect enjoying lovely views and with French doors leading into the garden. An attractively fitted kitchen with a range of matching base and wall units, solid wood worksurfaces and tiled splashbacks. Belfast sink with mixer tap. Inset ceramic hob and electric double oven with extractor hood over. Integrated dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer. Coved ceiling. Radiator. BT point. Inset ceiling spotlights.

BEDROOM TWO
3.2m plus door recess x 3.1m (10'6\" x 10'3\") Radiator. Built in double wardrobe. TV point.

BEDROOM THREE
4.15m x 2.55m (13'6\" x 8'3\") Radiator. Inset ceiling spotlights. BT point. Built in double wardrobe.

SHOWER ROOM
White suite comprising a walk in shower cubicle with control and rose over, low level WC with concealed cistern and wash basin with vanity cupboard below. Tiled floor. Fully tiled walls. Extractor fan. Chrome heated towel rail. Inset ceiling spotlights.


From the living room stairs lower to the:

MASTER BEDROOM
4.35m x 4.7m (max measurements) (14'3\" x 15'6\") Dual aspect. Radiator. Large built in double wardrobe.

EN-SUITE BATHROOM
Suite comprising a panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, low level WC and pedestal wash basin. Fully tiled walls. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Chrome heated towel rail.

OUTSIDE AND GARDEN
The property is approached over a tarmacadam driveway, providing parking for two cars in front of a:

DOUBLE GARAGE
5.35m x 5.0m (17'3\" x 16'6\") With an electrically operated up and over door, light and power and a window to one side.


There are lawn gardens which lie to either side of the driveway, extending around either side of the property, with mature plants and hedgerows creating colour and interest throughout the year. To the east side of the house is a paved terrace and a further area of lawn which has immediate access from the kitchen/dining room.


Across the access drive from the house are 0.4 acres of enclosed garden/orchard, which offer a great deal of seclusion and privacy whilst affording beautiful views across neighbouring countryside towards Buckton Hill.

AGENTS NOTE
There is a Management Company for this small estate, with each property paying an annual service charge. This can differ year on year, however up until the year ending April 2015, the amount was £900.00. This covers the cost of the private drainage system, as well as a proportion of the maintenance to the access lane and shared pathways. The house benefits from having no water rates, as there is a private water supply which each house owner has treated individually.

POSSESSION
Vacant possession on completion.

OUTGOINGS
We are advised by East Devon District Council that the council tax band for this property is band F.

REF: DHS00824