Property description
Orchard Lea is a substantial light and spacious detached bungalow superbly situated enjoying an idyllic rural setting on the edge of this desirable East Devon village with excellent amenities including Convenience Store, Post Office, two Public Houses and a highly regarded Primary School. There is also a Railway Station connecting Exeter and London Waterloo.
The accommodation briefly comprises; reception hall with cloakroom/WC, spacious dual aspect sitting room with feature open fireplace and an impressive kitchen/breakfast room which is fitted with an extensive range of oak effect cupboards and drawers both at base and eye level with a Rangemaster style cooker, quality integrated appliances, granite effect worktops with attractive tiled splashbacks There is plenty of room for a family sized breakfast table and chairs. There is a dining room for more formal occasions and four double bedrooms with the master benefiting from an en-suite bathroom. The family bathroom has recently been refitted with a modern stylish white suite.
The property benefits from double glazing and a modern oil fired central heating system.
The mature gardens enjoy a southerly aspect with plenty of privacy and seclusion and include formal lawns, kitchen garden, orchard area and a large paddock to the rear. The gardens and grounds are completely enclosed by natural Devon banks and there is plenty of parking space in front of the detached double garage/workshop.
A separate driveway leads to a substantial outbuilding which has superb potential to be converted into ancillary accommodation including annexe or a holiday cottage to generate an additional income if ever required (subject to necessary planning consents etc).
The total area of the gardens and grounds extend to 2.26 acres.
Orchard Lea has huge versatility which would lend itself to a variety of purchasers and must be viewed to fully appreciate all on offer
Whimple: The mainline railway station on the London Waterloo-Exeter line is within the village, as are the doctor's surgery, post office, church, bus service, well respected local primary school and heritage centre. There is also a cricket field and two good family pubs. The old A30 runs near the village which gives quick access to the A30 dual carriageway for easy journeys to Honiton, Exeter and the M5. Ottery St Mary is about 3 miles, Exeter 8 miles and the coast at Sidmouth is within a short drive.
VIEWING By prior appointment with Redferns 01404 814306 SERVICES We understand mains electricity and water are connected. Septic tank drainage. Oil fired central heating.
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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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