Higher Metcombe

This deceptively spacious detached bungalow occupies an enviable location, tucked away in an elevated position to take advantage of the views over an area of outstanding natural beauty, on the edge of the prestigious village of West Hill. There is a range of excellent amenities including a highly regarded primary school, a convenience store/Post Office and an active village hall. The surrounding countryside provides an idyllic setting whilst major roads are easily accessible, providing swift access to the Cathedral City of Exeter, M5 and the coast.

Westbrook Cottage is a detached bungalow built in the 1960s enjoying well-proportioned accommodation with a highly versatile layout to enable multi-generational living if required. The spacious sitting room has a large picture window, perfectly framing the views and a wood burner creates a cosy atmosphere on a winters evening. There is a dining room for formal occasions and double doors lead to the garden room which would lend itself as a home office. The kitchen/breakfast room is dated but well equipped with a range of cupboards and drawers at both base and eye level allowing ample storage with an integrated eye-level double oven and room for further modern appliances. The light-coloured worktops provide room for food preparation with an inset hob.

There are three double bedrooms, one fitted with a kitchenette which would be perfect for an independent relative or to enable a passion for arts and crafts. The property also benefits from a shower room and an independent bathroom, again adding to the versatility to meet most family requirements.

The property benefits from planning permission to extend (EDDC planning Ref 22/1943/FUL) which will create a substantial and stunning four-five bedroom family home if required, designed to take maximum advantage of the location and views, whilst being sympathetic to the area and carbon footprint with a green roof system. Plans are available on request. There is double glazing throughout and an oil-fired central heating system.

To the outside, a substantial driveway provides off-road parking for several vehicles including room for boats, caravans and trailers along with access to the detached garage with a carport to the side.

The mature gardens and grounds are a particular feature extending to over an acre and will please any keen gardener. There are several designated areas which include a small woodland, orchard, kitchen/herb garden and feature flowerbeds that all help to create a haven for the local wildlife. An expanse of lawn provides plenty of room for children to run and play and the seating and patio areas allow space to enjoy outdoor dining/entertaining in the summer months whilst admiring the wonderful views 

VIEWING By prior appointment with Redferns  

SERVICES Mains electricity and water are connected. Private drainage system and oil fired central heating.  

DIRECTIONS What3words///spenders.ladder.basically 

OUTGOINGS Council tax band F 

TENURE Freehold 

AGENTS NOTE Data protection act of 2017. We are now required to obtain proof of ID and proof of residence for any prospective purchaser before formally agreeing a sale. Photographic identification such as passport or driving licence, proof of residence, utility bill, council tax or official Inland Revenue correspondence 

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 8 Mill Street, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1AD