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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · EX31 3LD
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About
This attractive three-bedroom link-detached home offers well proportioned accommodation throughout, combining practical family living with the added benefit of stunning estuary views.
The property is approached via a useful entrance porch, leading into a wide and welcoming entrance hallway, which provides access to a convenient ground floor WC and the principal reception areas.
The living room is a particularly appealing space, featuring a full-height bay window that allows plenty of natural light to flood the room.
To the rear, the property boasts a generous kitchen/diner, ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining.
The kitchen is fitted with a range cooker, integrated dishwasher and breakfast bar, with the dining area enjoying views over the rear garden.
Double doors and a separate single side door provide direct access outside, creating a lovely connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces.
Upstairs, a large landing leads to three well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which enjoy impressive estuary views to the front. Completing the first-floor accommodation is a main shower room.
Being situated in the desirable area of Yellend the property has easy access to a regular bus service, giving access to Barnstaple and Bideford’s range of shops, leisure facilities and further amenities.
The extremely desirable coastal village of Instow is within walking distance and has a popular sandy beach, friendly pubs and restaurants, North Devon yacht club, local shops, primary school and access to the Taka Trail.
Instow provides many country and coastal walks including a scenic path to Fremington which has a slightly wider range of amenities.
The property is not far from the A361 North Devon link road, provides easy access to Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27) with mainline Intercity rail links available at Tiverton Parkway (London, Paddington approx.
2 hours) and international airports at Exeter and Bristol.
Barnstaple, the historic and regional centre of North Devon affords a more extensive range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities benefitting from a variety of banking, schooling, a theatre, cinema, leisure centre and restaurants, combining modern shopping amenities with a bustling market atmosphere.
Further popular sandy beaches of Westward Ho!, Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are within easy reach.
The cathedral city of Exeter with its university, airport, inter-rail and motorway links is just some 45 miles in distance.
Externally, the property benefits from off-road parking for two vehicles, together with a garage featuring an electrically operated door.
The garage offers both integral access from the house and additional access to the rear, providing useful flexibility for storage and everyday use.
Offering spacious accommodation, a practical layout and attractive estuary views, this home would make an excellent choice for families, first-time buyers or those looking to enjoy a well-appointed property with convenient parking and garage facilities.
Value & comps
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