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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · EX11 1RQ
Sold STCListed 225 days
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Description Nestled within a peaceful rural setting, this exceptional one double bedroom apartment presents a rare opportunity for those seeking an idyllic blend of history, luxury, and modern convenience.
Step inside into a beautifully spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, a generous, light-filled and wonderfully versatile space with high ceilings and period cornices.
The layout has been perfectly designed for both serene relaxation and effortless entertaining and offers flexibility to accommodate guests or the creation of a separate living room or snug if desired.
The contemporary kitchen is a real showpiece and impresses with stylish cabinetry featuring sleek quartz worktops, premium integrated NEFF appliances and ample stylish storage, designed with everyday living in mind.
An undeniable focal point and the main centrepiece of the room is the magnificent, restored Henry VIII fireplace, dating back to 1545.
Originally removed from the King’s School when it was demolished in 1884, this extraordinary feature was relocated to Salston Manor, anchoring the living space with a profound sense of antiquity and grandeur.
The apartment is finished to an exceptional standard with high-quality fixtures and fittings from the luxurious wool-blend carpets and engineered oak flooring to the bespoke joinery and high-quality detailing throughout, resulting in a home that is a warm, inviting space ideal for unwinding at the end of the day.
Underfloor heating runs throughout, ensuring comfort in every season.
Period charm flows throughout and is completed with elegant sash windows that the flood the rooms with natural light, creating an uplifting and airy ambience.
The generously sized double bedroom offers serene outlook across the beautiful wildflower meadow, offering a restful retreat at the end of the day.
A luxurious shower room with full height tiling throughout and vanity unit included. A separate useful storage cupboard finishes this stunning apartment.
Externally, the historic manor house sits within four acres of diverse communal grounds.
Residents can unwind on a tranquil terrace, enjoy the mature woodlands, and a designated picnic area, an idyllic backdrop to everyday life.
Practicality matches charm with an allocated parking space, ample visitor parking, and access to EV Car Charging.
This is a truly special, ready to move into apartment offering a peaceful, luxurious lifestyle while maintaining easy reach of local amenities and transport links.
About Salston Manor: This Grade II listed manor house, originally a farmhouse built in 1740 and extended 100 years later in Elizabethan style was the family home of William Hart Coleridge, the 1st Bishop of Barbados and nephew of the famous poet has been tastefully converted into a collection of charming apartments and houses offering a unique blend of historical charm and latest build techniques of modern living.
Set within circa 4 acres of stunning grounds and surrounded by lush greenery, this magnificent property exudes an air of elegance and sophistication.
The manor house creates a sense of grandeur with its high ceilings and elegant windows. Directions From our office head East out of the City and join the A30 towards Honiton.
Exit at Daisymount and take the third exit, you will reach another roundabout immediately, please take the second exit signposted Ottery St Mary B3174.
Continue along this road until you see The Kings School on your left hand side. Turn right and continue on this road for approximately 1/2 a mile before turning right and immediately left.
The entrance to the property can be found on your left hand side. AGENTS NOTE: The vendor advises that the Current Budgeted Annual Service Charge is £2064.16.
Each owner on this development will have an equal share of the management company, known as 'Salston Manor Management Company' once the last property has been sold and legally transferred to the buyer.
SERVICES: The vendor has advised the following: Air Source Heat Pump is connected to Mains Electricity (serving the central heating and hot water), mains water and drainage.
Underfloor heating throughout - wet system. Telephone landline currently connected via BT.
Full fibre optic Broadband connected via BT, estimated download speed tbc Mbps and estimated upload speed tbc Mbps. Mobile signal: BT and Sky networks currently showing as available at the property.
Council Tax: TBC AGENTS NOTE: Please note our Lettings Department advise that the Estimated Rental value for this property is £850 pcm. Please speak to the Agent for further information.
AGENTS NOTE: Please note that some of the images used have been digitally staged and may not be of this plot.
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