Lower Budleigh, East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton, EX9

An opportunity to purchase a unique home full of charm and character, boasting two separate properties comprising the main residence, a detached cottage, an oak framed studio /office and outbuildings. The additional accommodation provides a wide range of uses and flexibility. Potential uses include the opportunity to run a business from home and also provide an additional source of income via a short term / holiday let.

‘The Cider House’ boasts wonderful level gardens and sits within an established plot which enjoys scenery and tranquility in equal measure. The total area is approximately a third of an acre, all of which affords a high degree of privacy.

The internal spaces are particularly attractive with some delightful period features, many of which have been thoughtfully preserved. Most of the main rooms enjoy a light southerly aspect and pleasant views over the gardens. There is potential to either extend or convert the current layout to add more accommodation, if required. This would be subject to the necessary planning consents being obtained.

* 4 Bedrooms. 3 Receptions. 2 Bathrooms. Utility Room. Workshop

* Landscaped Gardens. Ample Private Parking. Timber framed garage with hard standing.

* Detached Cottage (With flexibility that provides several bedrooms if required)

* Oak Framed Studio/ Office

The property is approached over a leat and has a parking area and enclosed front garden. Electric gates open to the rear with the driveway leading around the edge of the gardens to the garage, cottage and the oak framed studio/office. The long driveway provides ample parking for multiple / larger vehicles with a turning circle at the top.

Lower Budleigh enjoys a level and easy approach yet is less than ¼ of a mile to the village centre, school, shop and community pub The Sir Walter Raleigh.

Accommodation:

A pathway leads over the leat, through the front gardens via a private gate. The front door opens into the light entrance hall. Dado rails and wood floors instantly set the tone for the character throughout the rest of the property.

Off the hall is the sitting room which is extremely generous in proportion and has a stunning fireplace as its focal point complete with wood burning stove. The windows offer a southerly aspect and charming views over the front gardens whilst attractive double doors lead through to the kitchen /breakfast room.

This room has been completely refurbished and now boasts: wonderful limestone floor tiles, stylish base and wall units with solid wood worktops, inset Belfast sink with mixer tap, gas fired Rayburn along with a separate conventional electric oven and grill as well as 4 ring gas hob, built in dishwasher and fridge, further space for fridge, larder cupboard, window seat and back door to driveway and rear garden.

The dining room/library enjoys the same southerly aspect as the sitting room with a window seat providing views over the front garden. There is a superb open fire with ornate grate and hearth which creates the main focal point.

Further off the hall is the utility room, a highly useful area with space and plumbing for a washing machine, tumble dryer and a fridge / freezer. There is plenty of storage and a large sink for convenience. A Velux window provides light and ventilation. The workshop / store room is a large area divided into two, both have all services provided. These rooms have doors leading directly out to the rear garden/ patio and access to the potting shed.

The house has recently had a new extension added which includes a downstairs toilet, upstairs storage and a new staircase with half landing which is flooded with light from the new conservation rooflight.

At the end of the landing is the main bedroom which is of generous proportions with a southerly aspect and fine views, boasting the original wooden floor and a feature fireplace with ornate surround. There is plenty of space for built in furniture currently occupied by two sets of double wardrobes.

Bedroom Two enjoys a similar aspect and boasts wooden floors, picture rails and space for wardrobes. The two remaining bedrooms offer flexibility, both of them afford a southerly aspect and pleasant views towards Kersbrook Hill.

The large family bathroom has a double aspect with superb views over the rear gardens. The stylish freestanding bath is the centrepiece with matching low-level WC, bidet and wash hand basin. There is an airing cupboard housing the boiler and useful shelving. Also, there is a separate shower room with a fully tiled shower cubicle, low level W.C and wash hand basin.

Outside:

The electric gates lead to the driveway and beautifully landscaped gardens which include a garden shed and two outside water supplies. The timber clad garage has been recently refurbished with hard standing and has light and power connected.

The cottage is entirely self-contained with its own services and wood burner. At present this is made up of a lounge with sink and storage, bathroom with bath and shower arrangement, toilet, sink, two mezzanine floor spaces and a flexible bedroom arrangement. There is central heating, wood burner, power and telephone points including an ISDN line.

The oak framed studio/office is a flexible space which could be either formal or social, it has under floor heating, being fully double glazed it also has light, power and internet points. All the outbuildings have pleasant views over the rear gardens.

Agent’s Notes:

Grade II Listed

Council Tax Band E

Mains gas, drainage, water and electric are connected to the property

EAST BUDLEIGH:

East Budleigh is a highly desirable village, nestling within some of East Devon’s most stunning countryside. It is an historic village, and is the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh. Managing to retain a quintessential village community it includes a well-stocked community shop, village hall, primary school, charming church, a popular community pub The Sir Walter Raleigh and a garage. Nearby is Woodbury Common and the Otter Estuary, which has been designated an Area of Outstanding

Natural Beauty and has an abundance of wildlife to explore. There are opportunities for all types of cycle routes, water sports and fishing along the coast and in the Exe Estuary. Scenic walks can be enjoyed along the South West Coastal path and the Otter Estuary. The renowned golf clubs of East Devon, Woodbury and Sidmouth are all within easy reach. The coastal resort of Budleigh Salterton is just down the road, having an impressive variety of interesting shops, numerous clubs and societies.

COMMUNICATIONS

The Cathedral City of Exeter lies just 12 miles away, and is the administrative centre for Devon, famous for its Cathedral, University,

theatres and relaxed style. It provides most major stores and a host of boutiques, restaurants and places of unique interest and culture. Budleigh Salterton has access to numerous local bus routes, whilst communications from Exeter are excellent and include the M5 motorway, a main line rail link to London (Paddington) and an international airport.

DIRECTIONS

Approaching East Budleigh from Budleigh Salterton, turn left at The Rolle Arms public house into Lower Budleigh. ‘The Cider House'

will be found on the right-hand side after about 150 yards.