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Description Luscombe Maye is delighted to bring to market 2 Gale Cottages, a charming three-bedroom semi-detached country home, positioned on the outskirts of Bickington and enjoying a peaceful rural setting while remaining highly accessible.
The property benefits from far-reaching countryside views from every room, a generous south-facing garden, and a double garage which has previously been used as a stable.
Ideally located, the A38 Devon Expressway is just a five-minute drive away, offering convenient access to Exeter, Plymouth and beyond.
The ground floor accommodation centres around a spacious kitchen/dining room, enjoying attractive countryside views and featuring a Rayburn cooker, creating a warm and welcoming heart of the home with ample space for dining and everyday family life.
The living room also benefits from rural views and features an original character recess where a fireplace would once have been, adding charm and potential.
Stairs rise to the first-floor landing, where there are three well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which benefit from built-in wardrobes.
All bedrooms enjoy open countryside views, further enhancing the rural feel of the property.
Completing the accommodation is a spacious family bathroom, fitted with a bath and an electric shower over, together with a WC and wash hand basin.
Externally, the property offers a generous south-facing garden, ideal for outdoor living, entertaining or family use.
The double garage, which has previously been used as a stable, offers flexibility and potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary consents.
2 Gale Cottages represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire a charming rural home with beautiful countryside views and excellent transport links, ideal for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle within easy reach of nearby towns and amenities.
Material information Verified Material Information Council Tax band: C Tenure: Freehold Property type: House Property construction: Walls in insulated cavity brickwork under pitched slate roofs and with flat roof over bathroom/kitchen extension.
Energy Performance rating: E Number and types of room: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 reception Electricity supply: Mains electricity Solar Panels: No Other electricity sources: No Water supply: Mains water supply Sewerage: Sewerage treatment plant Heating: Other-powered central heating is installed.
The system was installed at an unknown date.
Heating features: Rayburn and Double glazing Broadband: Adsl copper wire Mobile coverage: O2 - Poor, Vodafone - ok, Three - Great, EE - Great Parking: Garage, Off Street, and Private Building safety issues: No Restrictions - Listed Building: No Restrictions - Conservation Area: No Restrictions - Tree Preservation Orders: None Public right of way: No Long-term area flood risk: No Historical flooding: No Flood defences: No Coastal erosion risk: No Planning permission issues: No Accessibility and adaptations: None Coal mining area: No Non-coal mining area: No Loft access: Yes - insulated and unboarded, accessed by: Loft hatch All information is provided without warranty.
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Local authority Teignbridge District Council, Forde House, Brunel Rd, Newton Abbot TQ12 4XX. Lettings Luscombe Maye also offers an Award Winning Lettings service.
If you are considering Letting your own property, or a buy to let purchase, please inform us and we can put you in contact with the Lettings team who would be delighted to discuss our range of bespoke services with you.
Viewings By appointment with Luscombe Maye, South Brent.
Directions what3words location sound.important.daylight bickington Bickington village is about five miles West of Newton Abbot, and 4 miles Northeast of Ashburton, on the River Lemon.
The church is 15th century and there is an active village hall.
The nearby market town of Totnes is within 10 miles and provide a number of independent shops, galleries, butchers and greengrocers while the larger town of Newton Abbot offers a wide range of everyday amenities including supermarkets as well as a bustling shopping centre with a range of shops, restaurants, weekly markets, cafes and pubs.
Dartmoor is about 3 miles to the North providing exceptional walks, leisure activities and horse riding and there is sailing at Torbay, Dartmouth and Plymouth.
Some of the finest beaches on the South coast are also within easy reach.
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