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See how verdicts work1-bedroom detached house · EX12 3DP
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Skylark comprises a superb detached holiday chalet which is located in a magnificent position, slightly elevated above the pebbles on Branscombe’s spectacular beach.
It is one of only a dozen or so chalets to the west of the mouth and benefits from the most glorious panoramic views to the sea and along this dramatic stretch of World Heritage coastline.
Skylark was replaced earlier in the year (following storm damage) and as a result is a far more substantial build then its neighbouring chalets.
This has included using a wider cladding and a more generous frame under a rubber roof, along with high levels of insulation.
It was a designed in a way to offer open-plan living and has a light pine interior which is semi-vaulted.
Within the seating area, bi-fold doors open onto the balcony, a stunning place to sit and take in the sea air.
Skylark benefits from a small bedroom area which is behind a curtain and has a window to the sea, and a beautifully fitted modern shower room with a large shower cubicle.
The kitchen is freestanding and also has a window overlooking the sea.
Skylark is currently used as a bolt hole for the current owners and has also been successfully let on a holiday basis with excellent occupancy levels.
It is leasehold on a 100 year lease which commenced in 2003 and can be used all year round.
There is an annual service charge of circa £2000 (in 2025) which includes the ground rent and a parking permit for two vehicles at the Sea Shanty carpark.
It is worth noting that you cannot drive directly to the property, it is located about a five minute walk from the carpark along the upper beach path. SITUATION.
Branscombe is undoubtedly one of East Devon’s most picturesque coastal villages, nestled within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and located on the World Heritage Jurassic Coastline, famous for its walks, high cliffs and dramatic scenery.
The village has a range of amenities including two popular public houses, National Trust owned tea rooms and forge, primary school, a tennis court & playing fields, and a very pretty and ancient parish church.
Branscombe has the dual advantage of lying in one of East Devon’s most sought after and unspoilt areas, whilst still enjoying easy access to all the region’s amenities.
The market town of Honiton is 10 miles away and has an extensive range of shops, schools and leisure facilities, as well as a mainline rail link to London Waterloo.
The premier coastal resort of Sidmouth, with its handsome Regency front and esplanade, is 7 miles (by car) to the west, whilst the Cathedral City of Exeter is about 20 miles away and also provides a range of shops and facilities, M5 access, express rail link to London Paddington and an international airport.
SERVICES & ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTFICATE. Mains electricity and water. Private (shared) drainage. Electric heating. EPC Rating: E. LOCAL AUTHORITY. East Devon District Council - .
FLOOD RISK & STORM DAMAGE. It is worth noting that due to the proximity of the chalets to the sea, they have, in the past, been affected by storm damage in severe weather/tidal conditions.
Contact the office for further information and we ask that buyers make their own investigations into the long term risk. BROADBAND & MOBILE.
The seller has advised us that Broadband is available at the property Broadband availability at this location can be checked through: checker.ofcom.org.uk/ Mobile coverage can be checked through: checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage
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