2-bedroom semi-detached house · EX31 3FN
Sold STCReduced £10k (−3.8%) on 20 MayListed 336 days
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About
A fantastic opportunity to purchase this immaculately presented two-bedroom semi-detached home, ideally situated in the popular area of Kensington Close.
This delightful property offers stylish accommodation, modern finishes, and a wonderful south-facing garden, perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking a ready-to-move-into home.
Upon entering the property, you are welcomed into the spacious open-plan living area.
The modern fitted kitchen features an integrated oven and hob, integrated fridge/freezer, ample cupboard storage, and space for a washing machine, with the added benefit of offering enough room to comfortably accommodate a table and chairs.
The living area provides a cosy and inviting space to relax, complete with a useful under-stairs storage cupboard.
From here, patio doors lead into the conservatory, a superb addition to the ground floor accommodation.
This versatile room offers an ideal spot to unwind while enjoying an outlook over the enclosed, south-facing rear garden. The ground floor further benefits from a convenient cloakroom.
To the first floor, you will find two bedrooms, with bedroom one a good size double and enjoys the added advantage of built-in wardrobes.
The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white three-piece suite, including a bath with shower over. Externally, to the front, there is driveway parking for one vehicle, leading to the garage.
The current vendors have partitioned the garage, creating two separate areas, useful front storage and a rear room that would make an ideal home office, hobby room, or additional storage space.
The rear garden is one of the highlights of this wonderful property.
Enjoying a delightful south-facing aspect, the garden features a sizeable patio area perfect for outdoor dining or private seating, with steps rising to a low-maintenance section laid to artificial grass.
Proceed through town in the direction of Bideford. At the Cedars Hotel roundabout turn left and proceed down the hill and over the next roundabout.
Upon reaching the roundabout with Sainsburys on your left, take the first exit onto Gratton Way.
Follow this road over the mini roundabout, then take the third right hand turning onto Old Torrington Road.
Continue along this road taking the 2nd right hand turning into Kensington Close where number 4 will be located on the left hand side with a for sale board displayed.
Open Plan Kitchen/Diner/Lounge 6.58m x 4.42m Conservatory 4.27m x 2.2m WC First Floor Landing Bedroom 1 3.43m x 3.07m Bedroom 2 3.78m x 2.13m Bathroom Partitioned Garage Front Part of Garage 2.6m x 2.08m Rear Part of Garage 2.74m x 2.6m Tenure Freehold Services All mains services connected Viewing Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agent Council Tax Band B - North Devon District Council Rental Income Based on these details, our Lettings & Property Management Department suggest an achievable gross monthly rental income of £895 to £995 subject to any necessary works and legal requirements (correct at November 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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