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About
Bullen Street has a beautiful selection of pretty cottages and Orchard Cottage is one of them, set in the picturesque and desirable village of Thorverton, the property is full of charm & character.
Being Grade II Listed it retains some cottage style features but with a modern open plan layout.
The front door leads into the lounge with a window seat and opens out into the kitchen area with an array of cream shaker units, 4 ring induction hob and undercounter oven.
There is an integrated dishwasher and fridge and in the corner is a very handy utility with WC and sink, an array of storage shelves and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer.
From the lounge stairs it leads up to the first floor with a large double bedroom to the front and a further double bedroom with a fitted cupboard.
On the landing is an airing cupboard and the hall leads around into the characterful bathroom with Turkish style bath, WC and sink.
There is gas central heating and the windows are timber single glazed with additional secondary glazing.
The rear garden is accessed from a door leading from the first floor landing, this leads out to the decked south facing sun terrace area, providing a great space to sit out and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Steps lead up through to the upper area of the garden through a rose arch onto the lawned area with lovely views over the rooftops to the countryside beyond.
In the corner is a patio area perfect for BBQs and outdoor dining, there is a handy garden storage box to the rear. Parking is found in the free village car park just opposite the property.
Agents Note: This property has a flying freehold element, please enquire with the office for more details. Please see the floorplan for room sizes.
Current Council Tax: Band B - Mid Devon 2025/26 - £1935.89 Utilities: Mains electric, gas, water, telephone & broadband Broadband within this postcode: Superfast 79Mbps Drainage: Mains drainage Heating: Mains gas central heating Listed: Grade II Conservation Area: Yes Tenure: Freehold Buyers' Compliance Fee Notice: Please note that a compliance check fee of £25 (inc.
VAT) per person is payable once your offer is accepted. This non-refundable fee covers essential id verification and anti-money laundering checks, as required by law.
Thorverton is a sought-after village excellently positioned for access to Crediton, Exeter, and Tiverton.
The bucolic village centre is a pretty village green straddling a brook and surrounded by characterful properties.
The local pub, The Thorverton Arms is widely regarded as one of the best Sunday lunch venues in the area.
The pub has served the village since the 16th century and features as a welcome stopping place for those exploring the Exe Valley Way which passes through the village.
For everyday essentials, the Exe Valley Farm Shop is a short drive from the village, it also has an excellent café and gift shop.
There are also a doctor’s surgery and an excellent C of E Primary school (ofsted good), the village is in the Crediton, Queen Elizabeth’s catchment area for secondary schooling.
For those wanting to leave the car at home there are a number of bus services for access to Exeter and Tiverton.
Directions : Bullen Street can be found on the eastern side of the village and the property can be found just before the village post office and car park marked with a Helmores board.
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