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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · EX35 6PS
For saleReduced £24k (−6.9%) on 21 JunListed 536 days
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A semi-detached 3-bedroom home set in a superb position within this picturesque Exmoor village overlooking the beautiful East Lyn River, with gardens and off-road parking. No onward chain.
Description Offered to the market for the first time in 60 years, Greenslade Taylor Hunt are delighted to present 1 Lea Villas.
Now in need of some modernisation, the property in brief comprises; The front door leads into the entrance hall with stairs rising to the first-floor landing and doors to all principal rooms.
The living room enjoys a dual aspect with large window to the front elevation, and a feature fireplace.
The dining room has a rear aspect overlooking the East Lyn River and benefits from integrated storage, a Rayburn and a large larder is located just off the dining room also benefiting from a rear aspect.
The kitchenette/utility room has a front aspect with aspect base units with worktops over a tiled back splash, stainless steel sink with a drainer, space for freestanding electric oven with hob over, space for freestanding fridge/freezer, washing machine and a door to the storeroom giving access to the fully enclosed level garden.
The family bathroom completes the ground floor accommodation and in brief comprises, panelled bath and mains fed shower over, pedestal wash basin and obscure glazed window to the rear with the added benefit of a separate WC.
Stairs rise to the first-floor split level landing giving access to all Bedrooms. Bedroom one is a double room with a front aspect overlooking the surrounding countryside.
Bedroom two is a double room with a rear aspect overlooking the East Lyn River. Bedroom three is a single room also with a rear aspect.
Services & outgoings We understand that mains electric, water and private drainage via septic tank are connected to the property. Night storage heaters. Council Tax: Somerset Council-Band C.
Additional information Broadband: Standard broadband is available-highest available download speed 23 Mbps, highest available upload speed 1 Mbps. (Openreach).
Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, three and vodafone. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.
Flooding: The property is in an area at a very low risk from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).
The cottage enjoys a delightful position within the pretty village of Brendon which lies in the beautiful East Lyn valley on the northern edge of the Exmoor National Park.
Set in unspoilt countryside, the parish of Brendon provides a thriving community with an abundance of local activities and vibrant village life with its local village hall and parish church.
The popular hotel and public house, The Staghunters Inn, is situated just a short walk from the property.
A further public house, the Rockford Inn, may be found a short distance along the valley at nearby Rockford.
Situated on the Somerset/Devon border, Brendon lies between Lynton and Porlock within the beautiful Exmoor National Park, close to the stunning North Devon/Somerset coast.
Despite its peaceful location, Hunters Lodge forms an excellent base from which to explore and indulge in a wide variety of country activities including walking, riding, hunting, fishing, shooting, along with water pursuits at Lynmouth, Porlock Weir and Minehead.
The property is also conveniently situated for access to the surrounding districts and main routes of communication, with the popular towns and coastal villages of Lynton, Lynmouth and Porlock providing local everyday services, including primary schools, shops and public houses.
Outside The front of the property is fully enclosed by a picket fence. A pedestrian gate gives access to the front door and double gates provide access to the off-road parking.
The garden is predominately laid to lawn with various mature shrubs surrounding.
To the rear of the property is a small timber shed for storage and steps leading down to the side of the East Lyn River.
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