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" A Grade II* listed three bedroom property set in the popular Rousdon Estate with grounds of 350 acres through woodlands and along cliff top walks.

LARGE BRIGHT SITTING / DINING ROOM - KITCHEN - UTILITY/HALL - FAMILY BATHROOM - MASTER BEDROOM WITH ENSUITE - TWO FURTHER BEDROOMS - MULTI FUEL BURNER - GARDEN - PARKING - 350 ACRES OF COMMUNAL GROUNDS INCLUDING THE STABLE COURTYARD - LPG GAS CENTRAL HEATING - GRADE II* LISTED.

This is a well appointed three bedroom character property located in the Coach House of the former stable courtyard on a private Victorian estate.

Recently updated by the present owners the accommodation briefly comprises: on the ground floor, large sitting/dining room with multi fuel burner and large windows overlooking the cobbled courtyard. A well fitted kitchen with built in Bosch appliances. A Utility hall with concealed spaces for washing machine and tumble dryer. On the first floor, recently fitted family bathroom and two bedrooms overlooking the courtyard. From the first floor landing, stairs rise to a further bedroom with ample eaves storage and en suite shower room. Throughout the ground floor there are attractive solid oak floors and solid oak doors with handmade wrought iron fittings throughout the property.

The original Rousdon Estate was created in the 1870's by Sir Henry Peak (MP for Wimbledon) as a classic model Victorian estate with its mansion house, cottages, gate houses, farm buildings and a church. The estate later became a school (Allhallows) before being sold to Rousdon Estates Ltd in 1999 when the school closed.

As a resident of the estate you have access to the private beach at Chalton Bay and a number of paths that run through the 350 acres of ground, linking with the south west coastal path that runs along the Jurassic coast between Seaton and Lyme Regis.

While the estate has its own beach, Lyme Regis and Seaton have excellent facilities. There is sailing available at Axmouth or Lyme Regis and a variety of golf courses within 20 miles. There is a bridleway running through the estate and the village of Rousdon has a shop and garage.

DIRECTIONS: From Lyme Regis take the A3052 sign posted to Sidmouth, on entering the village of Rousdon passing the garage on the right hand side, the gated entrance and lodge, the estate will be found on the left. Continue down the drive and upon reaching the mansion house turn right towards the West Lodge and then turn left into the gravelled parking area where Stable Courtyard will be visible to you.


The accommodation, with approximate measurements, comprises:

Part glazed front entrance door opening into UTILITY HALL: 8' x 5' (2.44m x 1.52m). Deep solid beech wood work top inset with compact Belfast ceramic sink and mixer taps over. Wooden fronted units below with space for tumble dryer and space and plumbing for washing machine. Shelves. Concealed cupboards housing consumer units. Solid oak floors. Recessed spotlights. Door leads to

SITTING/DINING ROOM: 19' x 17' (5.79m x 5.18m). This is a large bright room with two windows overlooking the courtyard. High level leaded windows to the rear. Multi fuel burner with slate hearth. Three radiators. TV point. Phone point. Solid oak floors. Door to

KITCHEN: 11' x 5'6" (3.35m x 1.68m) (plus rear porch area). Fitted with a comprehensive range of units comprising base cupboards, drawers units and shelving. Intergrated and concealed Bosch larder fridge and dishwasher. Solid beech wood worktops with inset double Belfast sink and mixer tap over. Bosch double oven and induction hob with extractor over. Window to side. Solid oak floors. Recessed dimmer spotlights. Double doors open onto the communal courtyard. Original stone stairs rise to the FIRST FLOOR.

LANDING: Recessed spotlights. Large airing cupboard fitted with shelves. Boiler cupboard housing recently fitted combi boiler. Windows overlooking the garden and the communal grounds. Door to

BATHROOM: A good sized bright family bathroom with white suite comprising; panel bath with shower over, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC. Cork flooring. Heated towel rail. Tiled splash backs. Velux window. Extractor fan. Storage cupboard. Recessed spot lights.

From the LANDING doors open to

BEDROOM THREE: 15' x 8' (4.57m x 2.44m). Window overlooking the courtyard. Original fireplace. Radiator. Recessed dimmer spot lights. Fitted shelves and solid beech desk.

BEDROOM TWO: 10' x 15' (3.05m x 4.57m) including cupboard. Window overlooking the courtyard. Radiator. Built in understairs cupboard with hanging rail. Recessed dimmer spotlights. TV point.

Stairs rise to second floor, opening to

MASTER BEDROOM: 11' x 9' (3.35m x 2.74m) plus door recess. Sloping ceilings. Two conservation roof lights. Recessed spotlights. Radiator. TV point. Several eaves storage cupboards. Solid beech desk.

Door to

ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM: Large enclosed tiled shower cubicle with sliding glazed door. Pedestal wash hand basin. Low level WC. Heated towel rail. Cork flooring. Extractor fan.

The property has recently been completely renovated to a very high standard, and benefits from a total rewire, new plumbing and heating system as well as a new bespoke fitted kitchen.

OUTSIDE: The property is approached via a long private driveway through the grounds of the estate. The main garden is to the front of the property mainly laid to lawn with a patio area and beds planted with mature shrubs, trees and bushes. To the rear of the property is the pleasant sunny communal courtyard.

SERVICES: The estate has mains water and electricity and its own private drainage system. LPG gas supplies the central heating for this property.

TENURE AND ESTATE MANAGEMENT:
The property is freehold. Within the estate the roadways and shared parts are maintained by a management company, who also maintain the sewerage which is a reed bed system. Each resident makes a contribution to the management cost that stands currently at approximately £250.00 twice yearly. As there is private drainage water rates are set at a reduced rate.

AGENTS NOTE: Please note that the floor plan below is not to scale and is to be used for identification purposes only.

LOCAL AUTHORITY: East Devon District Council. We are advised that this property is in band C.

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991
The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property. "