Property description
Stowe Lodge is a beautifully presented spacious detached property built to a unique split level design and is situated at the end of a quiet and secluded cul-de-sac within a private road of four individual properties all with large and attractive grounds. The adaptable accommodation is suitable for either family occupation or retirement, and also offers potential for a separate suite or annexe if required. The house and garden have undergone substantial renovation and improvement by the current owners.
The majority of the living accommodation is on the mid-level, a large and light centrally positioned hall giving access to the main rooms of the property as well as to the rear garden and main patio area. A superbly sized triple aspect sitting room at the rear of the property offers views over the rear and side gardens and access to a large patio area. The room benefits from a recently fitted inset gas fire in a travertine tiled feature wall. There is a large separate dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, and garden room with storeroom/workshop. The extremely spacious master bedroom suite with full bathroom and dressing room completes the accommodation on this level.
The higher and lower levels of the property are reached by just a few stairs from the mid-level. On the higher level are two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. On the lower level there is a study, large cloakroom, and a further large room currently used as a games room, but which could be utilised as a fourth bedroom or further reception room.
The property benefits from double glazed windows and patio doors and a newly fitted double glazed front door unit. There is ample parking and turning space in front of the property and an attached double garage with electrically operated up and over door, power, light, window, plenty of storage space and a personal door to the accommodation.
Stowe Lodge stands in the middle of its plot, its gardens affording privacy, peace and quiet. Large expanses of lawn surround the house, complemented by a wide range of mature trees and colourful shrub borders and beds. The rear garden is south facing and there are large patio areas on both sides of the house enabling sunshine to be enjoyed throughout the day. There is exterior lighting all around the house and a water feature adjacent to the larger patio. Outside water taps are located at each side of the property. There are two timber sheds and a concealed compost area at the rear of the garden.
The current owners have had solar panels installed and a Feed-in-Tariff contract (with EDF) exists for a further 21 years at the highest tariff rate. The owners report that they receive on average £2000.00 per annum for electricity generated. These payments to the householder are subject to an annual rise in line with inflation. The contract is transferable to the new owners of the property.
Mains gas was laid to the property in 2012, when the new central heating boiler and gas fire in the sitting room were installed. Additional radiators, upgraded loft insulation and new lighting have raised the EPC rating for the property to 'C'. A new alarm system and an upgraded RCB fuse box have also been installed.
Properties in Birch Grove rarely become available and an inspection is recommended for an appreciation of the accommodation and sought-after location offered. Stowe Lodge is offered to the market CHAIN FREE.
VIEWING By prior appointment with Redferns 01404 814306
WEST HILL West Hill is an appealing and individual village with a mini-supermarket at its heart, open long hours and including a post office. There is also a pretty church, excellent modern primary school, village hall, garage and bus service. The town of Ottery St Mary is about 2 miles away with the well-known Kings School, medical centre and other shops/amenities. Exeter and the M5 (about 8 miles) is easily reached along the new A30 dual carriageway, Honiton with shops and station (Waterloo-Exeter) is about 8 miles and the coast at Sidmouth about 6 miles.
OUTGOINGS Council Tax Band G
TENURE Freehold
SERVICES Mains electricity, water and drainage connected. Alarm system. Telephone point. Gas fired central heating.
IMPORTANT NOTICE 1. Every care is taken in preparing these particulars but they do not constitute nor constitute any part of an offer or a contract. They are prepared in good faith but they are for guidance only and intended to give a fair description of the property. 2. Statements contained in these particulars are not to be relied on as statements or representations of fact and are made without responsibility on the part of the agents or vendor. An intending purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each statement. The vendor does not make or give and neither the agents or their employees have authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property or its use. 3. Any reference to alterations to, or use of any part of the property is not a statement that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. These must be verified by any intending purchaser. 4. All properties are offered subject to contract and being unsold. No responsibility can be accepted for any expenses incurred by any intending purchaser in inspecting any property which has been sold, let or withdrawn.5. The photographs show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances given are approximate only. 6. Descriptions of a property are inevitably subjective but we endeavour to make our particulars accurate. If there are any points of particular importance please contact us before viewing and we will be pleased to check or clarify information.
Redferns is a trading name of Redferns Ottery St Mary Limited Registered in England and Wales 4817078
Registered Office 1 Broad Street, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1BR
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