Detached house for sale in Withen Lane, Aylesbeare, Exeter EX5

Description

A well-proportioned period property with fabulous acre garden, barn for conversion and countryside aspects to the front and rear on the fringes of this sought after village. Offered for sale with no onward chain.

A wooden and glazed door opens to a welcoming entrance hall, where a striking tiled fireplace and beautiful herringbone wood block flooring set the tone for the rest of the property. A sash window to the front offers a pleasant view of the countryside, while an under-stairs storage cupboard provides a convenient place to store essentials. There is also access to the cloakroom featuring a wash hand basin and WC.
To the rear of the property is a well-proportioned kitchen breakfast room with an extensive range of floor units, wooden worktops, and integrated appliances including a fridge freezer, dishwasher and Belfast sink plus a separate larder and pantry providing useful storage. In addition, there is access to the conservatory with French doors leading to a charming rear courtyard and barn.

The dual aspect drawing room enjoys and period features such as herringbone block flooring and picture rail and French doors to the rear. Across the hall, the walk-through dining room is filled with natural light from its attractive windows and features a tiled fireplace, picture rail, and built-in storage.
The large dual aspect sitting room is of generous proportion with a feature open fireplace and countryside views to the front, wood flooring and picture rail add to its charm.

The first-floor landing has a window to the front, leading to four spacious bedrooms. The principal bedroom is a generous dual aspect double bedroom with walk-in dressing room with fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom with separate shower cubical. The three remaining bedrooms are all served by the modern family bathroom.

Outside, the property boasts parking for multiple vehicles, double garage and storage attached. A charming, enclosed courtyard with detached barn has planning permission for conversion. The mature gardens are a true delight, measuring around an acre in total. They feature numerous flower beds, small trees, vegetable garden, fruit cage, and a pleasant seating area behind the barn. The gently sloping orchard off to the right provides a serene atmosphere.

Situation

The property is situated on the edge of a delightful hamlet between Farringdon and Aylesbeare, approximately 10 miles from Exeter city centre and 7 miles to Topsham.
East Devon is considered to be an area of outstanding natural beauty and this particular spot will appeal to homebuyers looking for a semi-rural location but with the benefit of good access to fast roads and amenities near to hand including the Greendale farm Shop and the award-winning Darts Farm shopping complex. Exeter has a red brick university, an excellent range of private, public and state schools, fine dining, boating opportunities on and cycle ways surrounding the River Exe and good shopping in Princesshay. Exeter’s Airport is less than 4 miles away, as is Junction 30 of the M5 motorway, which also provides easy access to the A38 Devon Expressway and the A30.
Good hiking opportunities are enjoyed nearby on Woodbury Common and the popular East Devon coastal towns of Sidmouth, Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton.

Directions

From Exeter, leave the city in an easterly direction, following the signs to Sidmouth. Proceed on the A3052, passing Crealy Park and The White Horse pub on your right hand side. Take the left hand turn signed ‘Exeter Airport’ (B3184) and turn immediately right into Withen Lane where the property can be found on the left hand side.
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Agents Note

*The vendor advises that the septic tank does not comply with the General Binding Rules. There has been a survey carried out and a report together with the cost of a replacement is available upon request. The vendor also advises that there is approved planning in place for remodelling of annexe including accessible bathroom, with small single storey extension to the rear. Planning Reference: 23/2143/ful however, this building work has not been started.

Services

The vendor has advised the following: Oil storage tank (serving the central heating boiler and hot water), mains electricity and water. Oil fired aga in the kitchen and open fire (logs) in the sitting room. Private drainage septic tank for the exclusive use of Heath House.*
Telephone landline currently in contract with BT. Broadband currently in contract with BT via Openreach. Approx. Download speed 4 Mbps and Upload speed 1.8 Mbps. Mobile signal: Several networks currently showing as available at the property with 02 and EE currently being used.