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See how verdicts work1-bedroom house · EX36 4RY
For saleListed 437 days
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Summary A charming mid terrace thatched cottage in a village, in brief there is a cosy sitting/dining room with an inglenook fireplace and original bread oven, a modern kitchen, a shower room, and a double bedroom with exposed beams throughout.
Rear enclosed gardens, decked area and brick storage shed.
Description guide price £170,000 - £180,000 Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Knowstone, Little Owl offers a rare opportunity to acquire a delightful one-bedroom thatch cottage brimming with character and charm.
Located close to the southern fringes of Exmoor, this idyllic retreat is perfect for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by stunning countryside.
The accommodation comprises a cosy sitting/dining room with an inglenook fireplace and orginal bread oven. The modern kitchen is well-appointed as is the shower room.
Upstairs there is a comfortable double bedroom. The cottage retains a wealth of period features with exposed beams throughout.
To the rear, the private garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature shrubs. There is a brick storage shed.
A path leads to a further seating area that enjoys far-reaching rural views-ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Here is a decked area ideal for a hot tub with a power.
Lounge 16' 2" Max x 9' 7" Max ( 4.93m Max x 2.92m Max ) Wooden door opening into the lounge, inglenook fire place wirh orginal bread oven.
Window to the front, stairs to the first floor and door to the kitchen. Kitchen 7' 8" Max x 8' 10" Max ( 2.34m Max x 2.69m Max ) Window to rear and stable door to rear.
The modern kitchen is equipped with a range of wall and base units with worktop over. Integrated oven, hob, extractor hood, one bowl sink and undercounter firdge. Spotlights.
Shower Room Window to rear. Wash hand basin, WC, electric walk in shower, fully tiled, extractor fan, spotlights. Bedroom 16' 11" Max x 10' Max ( 5.16m Max x 3.05m Max ) Window to front.
Overstairs cupboard.
Garden Outside, the private rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature shrubs, a brick storage shed, and a decked area with power supply-perfect for a hot tub or outdoor entertaining.
A further seating area enjoys far-reaching rural views. There is a right of way for bins.
Location Situated in the sought-after village of Knowstone, home to the renowned Masons Arms restaurant and public house Just 2 miles from the North Devon Link Road, offering easy access to the M5 motorway and the regional centre of Barnstaple Tiverton Parkway Station is approximately 25 minutes away, with direct trains to London Paddington (approx.
2 hrs 10 mins) The surrounding area is perfect for walking, riding, and cycling, making this a wonderful choice for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Agents Note This property is grade II listed.
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General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect. 4.
Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract.
The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants.
Neither sequence (UK) limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
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