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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · EX31 4TQ
Sold STCReduced £25k (−5%) on 25 OctListed 258 days
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About
Located in a secluded and popular position within the village of Bratton Fleming, this stunning home presents a rare opportunity to acquire a newly built and beautifully finished four-bedroom, four-bathroom detached family home.
This impressive residence offers spacious and versatile living, with every element thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of modern family life, all while enjoying the countryside setting and the reassurance of a 10-year build warranty, in addition to solar panels which combine with air source heating.
As you approach the property, you’re welcomed by a sweeping gravel driveway that provides ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.
The sense of quality is immediately apparent, with the home’s attractive exterior setting the tone for the high standard of finish that continues throughout.
The entrance is grand and inviting, opening into a wide hallway with a large storage cupboard, stairs rising to the first floor, and a well-appointed downstairs cloakroom.
The heart of the home lies in the stunning open-plan kitchen/diner, which has been fitted to an exceptional standard.
A range of sleek, integrated appliances are complemented by contemporary cabinetry and a generous breakfast island, creating a perfect hub for both family living and entertaining.
Bifolding doors seamlessly connect this space with the rear garden, allowing for an easy indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious utility room offering additional storage and room for further white goods, keeping the main kitchen area sleek and clutter-free.
The ground floor also features two generous reception rooms, offering flexibility for modern families.
At the front of the property, the formal sitting room provides a comfortable and peaceful retreat, while to the rear, a large second living room enjoys views of and access to the garden through another set of bifolding doors, filling the space with natural light and creating a lovely connection to the outdoors.
Upstairs, a galleried landing adds a touch of grandeur and provides access to four well-proportioned double bedrooms.
The principal bedroom is notably spacious, benefiting from built-in storage and a stylish three-piece en-suite shower room.
Bedrooms two and three are also generously sized doubles, each enjoying their own private en-suite facilities, making them ideal for guests or older children.
The fourth bedroom offers charming views to the front across open countryside, and is served by a luxurious four-piece family bathroom complete with a double shower cubicle and separate bath.
Outside, the rear garden is wonderfully private and well-positioned to enjoy sunlight throughout the day.
A large paved patio provides the ideal setting for al fresco dining and summer entertaining, while the remainder of the garden is laid to level lawn, bordered by traditional Devon banks and mature hedging, offering a peaceful and sheltered outdoor space for the whole family to enjoy.
Offered to the market with no onward chain, this beautifully crafted property is a turnkey home that combines style, space, and practicality in an enviable village location.
It represents the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience, ready to welcome its new owners. From Barnstaple proceed out of town on the Goodleigh Road, signposted to Bratton Fleming.
Proceed into the village and continue through.
After the Methodist church on the left hand side, turn left into Beara Lane and shortly after take a right into South View where the property will be found in the top left hand corner displaying a for sale board.
Entrance Hall WC Kitchen/Diner 9m x 4.1m Utility Room 2.57m x 2.2m Sitting Room 3.86m x 2.06m Living Room 5.1m x 3.7m First Floor Landing Bedroom 1 4.24m x 4.1m En Suite Bedroom 2 5.1m x 2.95m En Suite Bedroom 3 5.1m x 2.92m En Suite Bedroom 4 4.1m x 2.92m Bathroom Tenure Freehold Services TBC.
Air source heating Viewing Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agent Council Tax Band E - North Devon District Council Rental Income Based on these details, our Lettings & Property Management Department suggest an achievable gross monthly rental income of £1,650 to £1,750 subject to any necessary works and legal requirements (correct at July 2025).
This is a guide only and should not be relied upon for mortgage or finance purposes. Rental values can change and a formal valuation will be required to provide a precise market appraisal.
Purchasers should be aware that any property let out must currently achieve a minimum band E on the EPC rating, and that this rating may increase.
Please refer to your solicitors as the legal position may change at any time.
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