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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · EX5 4ET
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A well-presented detached family home situated within a popular village to the outskirts of Exeter, offering spacious accommodation, large gardens, driveway and large integral garage offered to the market with no onward chain Description Offered to the market with no onward chain, Drumbrae is a unique, detached property set within the popular village of Rewe, within easy commute distance of Exeter city centre yet offering a semi-rural setting and has been in the same family for nearly 30 years.
Enjoying far-reaching countryside views, the property comprises; Front door into the Entrance Hall with stairs rising to the first floor and Cloakroom with close coupled WC and wash basin.
The Office provides a versatile space with a front aspect - ideal for either home-working or perhaps a Play Room.
The Kitchen/Breakfast Room enjoys a large picture window to the front and is fitted with a matching range of wall, base and drawer units with work surface over incorporating sink unit.
Integral appliances include eye-level oven and grill, microwave and hob with extractor hood over.
The Utility Room provides useful additional storage cupboards and provides space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble drier, space for dishwasher and fridge/freezer, along with a door to the rear.
A door leads to the integral large garage with electric up-and-over door, power and light.
The Dining Room (accessed via the Kitchen and Living Room) enjoys a dual aspect across the gardens and offers sample space for a large table and chairs.
The Living Room is a spacious reception room with central fireplace and sliding doors into the Garden Room with a full aspect across the gardens and far-reaching countryside views, with double doors leading to the outside.
From the Entrance Hall, stairs rise to the first floor landing. The Family Bathroom is fitted with a matching suite comprising bath with shower over, close coupled WC and wash basin.
Bedroom 2 is a double bedroom with side aspect. Bedroom 1 is a large double bedroom with rear aspect and built-in wardrobes.
The En-Suite is fitted with a matching suite comprising shower cubicle with inset shower and wash basin and WC set within vanity unit.
Bedroom 3 is a double bedroom with dual aspect and built-in wardrobe. Bedroom 4 is a double bedroom with dual aspect and built-in wardrobe.
Outside Approached from the main road, a private driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles and leads to the large integral garage.
The well-maintained front gardens enjoy a rockery interspersed with small shrubs and plants with a pathway leading to the covered front porch.
A side access gate leads into the fully enclosed private rear gardens which are predominantly laid to lawn and bordered with mature hedgerow.
A large paved patio area provides an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, along with a pedestrian door into the garage.
The gardens provide a blank canvas for any keen gardener to put their own touch on the space.
Services & outgoings We understand that mains electric, gas, water and drainage are connected to the property. Gas fired central heating. Solar panels and EV charger are installed.
Council Tax: Band F - East Devon District Council.
Situation The property occupies a unique position within Devon, set within the gently undulating band of countryside which lies on the edge of the unspoilt Exe valley.
Set back from the public highway, Rewe is a thriving community located a short distance from Stoke Canon which provides primary school and public house.
To the south and approached via the A396 is Exeter with the extensive range of commercial, recreational and educational facilities befitting those of a cathedral city and regional centre.
To the north and similarly approached through the Exe valley is the historic market town of Tiverton which provides an exceptional range of local amenities including secondary healthcare and schooling, including the noted public school of Blundell’s.
From here, access is available eastwards via the A361 (T) – the North Devon link road to the M5 (j27) and with mainline rail connections adjacent to this junction at Tiverton Parkway.
The property occupies a location within South West England renowned for both the diversity of its countryside and, for the many varied sporting and recreational facilities available either within the immediate vicinity or further afield.
Directions What3words:///spectacle.cabinet.shine Additional information Broadband: Broadband is available (Openreach). Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, three and vodafone.
For an indication of speeds, 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.
Value & comps
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