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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · EX11 1XJ
No longer listedReduced £30k (−4.3%) on 29 AugListed 355 days
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About
We are delighted to offer this versatile 3/4 bedroom detached bungalow, which is located in a cul-de-sac position off Higher Broad Oak Road, in the much favoured village of West Hill.
The accommodation comprises: Cloakroom, entrance hallway, modern kitchen/breakfast room, which has a tiled floor and is fitted with a range of wall and base units, worktop surfaces and breakfast bar, built in oven and hob with extractor over, built in microwave, integrated fridge/freezer.
There is a utility room with a personal door into the garage.
The lounge/dining room is a lovely L shaped room with an open fireplace housing a wood burner and there are French doors into the conservatory, which has tiled flooring and offers a lovely place to sit and overlook the gardens.
There are 3 double bedrooms with a fourth room that could be used as an office, snug or fourth bedroom.
The master has a range of built-in wardrobes, drawer units and bedside units, and there is an en-suite bathroom with a vanity unit and tiled flooring. There is also a shower room.
Again with a vanity unit and tiled flooring. The property benefits from gas central heating and double-glazed windows. Viewing is strongly recommended.
Outside To the front is a good-sized lawned garden with shrubs and trees and a tarmac driveway offering parking which leads to the garage (5.34m x 2.63m) with an up and over door, light, power and a personal door into the utility room.
There is pedestrian access on both sides which lead to the rear garden which is attractively laid out with a paved patio, lawned garden with shrubs, 2 pergolas, a shed and BBQ.
Directions Proceed into the village from Ottery St Mary, go past the shop and at the next mini roundabout turn left into Higher Broad Oak Road, continue along and you will see Hylands Close on your right, proceed into the cul de sac and the property will be on your left.
Location The East Devon village of West Hill is well known for its mixture of individual properties in its lovely wooded landscape.
The beautiful Cathedral City of Exeter is situated approximately 11 miles to the West.
West Hill offers a number of amenities, these include church, hairdresser, dentist, garage, shop, a village hall and excellent primary school.
There is also a regular bus service to Ottery St Mary and Exeter. More extensive facilities can be found in the nearby town of Ottery St.
Mary whilst the highly regarded Kings School is within easy reach.
To the North is the A30 which allows access to the City of Exeter and its International Airport to the West and Honiton to the East which is on the London Waterloo line.
Value & comps
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About 2 Hylands Close, Higher Broad Oak Road, Ottery St Mary
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