Property description
A beautiful Edwardian 5 reception roomed, 6 bedroomed detached house set amidst level gardens with a garage and off road parking.
In more detail ....
This lovely family home dates from 1908 and the current vendors have lived here happily for the past 20 years. The property is approached via a tarmac driveway to an entrance porch with terracotta tiled flooring; from here a lovely stained glass door opens into an inner hallway where useful cloak hanging space is provided. Another door opens into a grand reception hallway which is light filled and welcoming. A spectacular bay fronted sitting room lies to the front of the property and this is given a focal point by a wooden fireplace inset with a gas fire. There is a recessed cupboard with display shelving with a glazed, leaded light door. The next bay fronted room has been used in the past as a ground floor bedroom but formerly it would have been a family room or lounge. It has a tiled fireplace and it has an en-suite shower room with a white pedestal wash hand basin and a wc. There is a lovely music room with double glazed windows providing a view over the rear garden. A useful dining room adjoins the conservatory which is entered via double glazed French doors. This is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the surrounding garden. In addition to a kitchen with a good range of units there is a pantry with a original floor to ceiling cupboards providing shelved storage and a sink and drainer with a double cupboard beneath. From the kitchen there is a walkway with a sloping perspex roof with a double glazed door at either end opening to the garden. This has space and plumbing for a washing machine and a drier. From this walkway a door leads to a utility area and there is a gardeners loo. Upstairs there are 6 lovely double bedrooms although the largest is currently used as a lounge and another is used as a study. There is a bathroom and a separate wc.
What the owner likes ....
We have loved the space here and the house has such a welcoming and happy atmosphere. We also enjoy being so close to the main route in and out of Exmouth which means you can get quickly to the town and beach but it is also close for villages like Budleigh Salterton and for access to Woodbury Common or to Exeter. It has been a difficult decision to move and the only reason we are leaving is to downsize due to retirement.
Bear in mind ....
In addition to the internal accommodation this house offers a large drive for off road parking which could include a boat and/or caravan. The garage is a good size and also has light and power. The front and rear gardens are mainly laid to lawn and are level and an excellent size and there is a patio area adjacent to the conservatory which is ideal for informal dining in the sunshine. This house is a rare find due to its size and whilst it would now benefit from some updating to certain rooms this would enhance the value and a viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the full size and nature of the accommodation offered and the lifestyle opportunity it affords.
Location ....
Drakes Avenue is an exceptionally well regarded location and is dominated by medium to large individual detached houses. It is within walking distance of local shops including a post office, hairdressers, general stores, Tescos and a bakery. It also sits within a short distance of Exmouth seafront and the town centre. For keen walkers there is access nearby to many miles of coastal path starting at 'The Needle' at Orcombe Point, which denotes the start of the World Heritage coastline. The Exe Estuary has been designated an 'Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty' and offers further exceptional walks and a cycle path leading to Lympstone. The opportunities to enjoy a variety of watersports in addition to equestrian and golfing pursuits in the area are also plentiful. Exmouth train station provides access to the nearby Cathedral city of Exeter and beyond. Exmouth is a highly commutable coastal town, also within 20 minutes of the M5 motorway junction and Exeter Airport. It offers an ideal base for those seeking an enhanced coastal lifestyle.
Entrance Porch
Inner Hallway
Reception Hallway - 15' 4'' x 10' 1'' (4.67m x 3.07m)
Sitting Room - 19' 9'' (into bay window) x 16' 9'' (6.02m x 5.10m)
Lounge/Downstairs Bedroom - 19' 0'' (narrowing to 13'11\" - 4.24m) x 16' 9'' (into bay window) (5.79m x 5.10m)
Music Room - 12' 5'' x 10' 7'' (3.78m x 3.22m)
Inner Hallway - 7' 5'' x 6' 0'' (2.26m x 1.83m)
Pantry/Scullery - 7' 5'' x 6' 9'' (2.26m x 2.06m)
Dining Room - 11' 10'' x 11' 2'' (3.60m x 3.40m)
Kitchen - 11' 11'' x 6' 9'' (3.63m x 2.06m)
Utility Area (and separate gardener's wc) - 9' 4'' x 5' 9'' (2.84m x 1.75m)
Conservatory - 15' 9'' x 10' 6'' (4.80m x 3.20m)
Bedroom 1 (currently used as lounge) - 19' 0'' x 12' 10'' (5.79m x 3.91m)
Bedroom 2 - 14' 0'' x 11' 7'' (4.26m x 3.53m)
Bedroom 3 - 12' 10'' x 10' 7'' (3.91m x 3.22m)
Bedroom 4 - 11' 10'' x 10' 11'' (3.60m x 3.32m)
Bedroom 5 - 10' 4'' x 9' 3'' (3.15m x 2.82m)
Bedroom 6 - 9' 9'' x 8' 5'' (2.97m x 2.56m)
Garage - 17' 10'' x 10' 5'' (5.43m x 3.17m)
Property Features :
- Entrance porch
- Spacious reception hallway
- Stunning bay fronted sitting room with lovely fireplace
- Family room (or downstairs bedroom) & separate music room
- Dining Room
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