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" Detached 3 bed split level property offering light & airy accommodation which is arranged to take full advantage of the fabulous views over the Taw Valley. Well tended gardens with the rear benefiting from a south westerly aspect, all of which enjoy a fine location within this popular village.

The property comes to the market for the first time in 36 years and will be found to offer most comfortable accommodation which boasts a fabulous rural aspect and is complimented well by an attractive south west facing rear garden.

Approximately 5 years ago (2012) the property had a new roof installed, which included fresh under felt and battens.
 
Properties within this area rarely come to the market and the agents strongly recommend an appointment to view.

Bishops Tawton, lying against the River Taw and surrounded by open countryside is considered a popular location in which to live given its proximity from Barnstaple town centre. From the village itself there is access to many fine walks, both rural and river bank together with access on to the Tarka Trail. The village itself offers a popular public house, nursery and junior schools and a number of churches with associated halls.

A regular bus service operates in the village and gives access to Barnstaple, the regional centre for North Devon, which is within three miles and offers an extensive range of shopping and leisure facilities together with the town train and bus station. 

SERVICES: All mains services (water is metered). Gas fired central heating. Upvc double glazed windows.

COUNCIL TAX BAND: D

DIRECTIONS TO FIND: On entering the village from the A361 the turning to Mount Pleasant will be found within approximately half a mile on the left-hand side and the property with be found within a short distance on the left.

The accommodation is at present arranged to provide (measurements are approximate):-

GROUND FLOOR

Upvc double glazed entrance door to:-

ENTRANCE PORCH: Upvc double glazed windows front and side. Wood block flooring. Obscure glazed door to:-

ENTRANCE HALLWAY: Wood panelled ceiling with inset spot lights and access hatch to loft space which is insulated and substantially boarded having loft ladder and light. Built-in airing cupboard. Staircase to lower floor with large obscure glazed window which gives great natural light to the area. Wood block flooring.

KITCHEN: 13'7" x 7'6" (4.14m x 2.29m) Upvc double glazed window having an aspect over the front with additional upvc double glazed side window. Working surface incorporating stainless steel one and a half bowl sink unit with cupboards, drawers integrated dishwasher and recess for washing machine. Recess space for fridge/freezer. Fitted oven with cupboards above and below plus recess for microwave. Further working surface incorporating 4 ring gas hob (with extractor hood over) with cupboards and drawers under. Skirting fan heater. Matching range of wall cupboards. Extractor fan. Painted cork tiled ceiling. Wood block flooring.

LIVING ROOM: 19'1" x 12' (5.82m x 3.66m) As soon as you walk into this room you are drawn to the fabulous picture window (upvc double glazed and fitted with roller blind) which enjoys a superb rural aspect of the Taw Valley. Fireplace with inset multi fuel burner. Wood panelled 'fish bone' style ceiling. Central heating radiator. Television aerial point. Carpet as laid.

BEDROOM/DINING ROOM: 11'11" x 11' (3.63m x 3.35m) As with the living room the window (being upvc double glazed with fitted vertical blinds) is the main feature here with a superb view over the rear garden and rural aspect of the Taw Valley. Fitted desk and drawers. Wall cupboards. Central heating radiator. Wood block flooring with central carpet inset.

BATHROOM: 8' x 5'5" (2.44m x 1.65m) 2 Obscure upvc double glazed windows. Low level wc. Pedestal wash hand basin. Panelled bath with full wall tiled splashback and having electric shower over and side screen. Extractor fan. Wood block flooring.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

HALLWAY: Carpet as laid.

SHOWER ROOM: Tiled shower cubicle with mains fed shower. Pedestal wash hand basin with fitted mirror over. Wc with concealed cistern and built-in storage cupboards. Central heating radiator. Electric fan heater. Cork tiled flooring.

MASTER BEDROOM: 15'2" (4.62m) x 11'11" (3.63m) max. Large upvc double glazed window (fitted vertical blinds) with aspect directly over the rear garden with the Taw Valley beyond. Extensive range of fitted bedroom furniture which includes:- Large wardrobe which has 4 sliding doors (2 of which are mirror fronted) and incorporating hanging rails, shelving and drawers. Double and single wardrobes with central bed recess with bedside cabinets and over bed storage cupboards. Dressing table. Central heating radiator. Carpet as laid. Access to WALK-IN STORAGE CUPBOARD: 10'2" x 3' (3.1m x 0.91m) Could have the potential, subject to consent, to create an en-suite shower room should it be required.

BEDROOM: 11'11" (3.63m) max x 11' (3.35m) Upvc double glazed window (fitted vertical blinds) with aspect directly over the rear garden with the Taw Valley beyond. Fitted double wardrobe with sliding doors and storage cupboards over. Over bed storage cupboards. Fitted shelving. Central heating radiator. Carpet tiles as laid. Upvc double glazed double doors give access to:-

CONSERVATORY: 12'5" x 6'9" (3.78m x 2.06m) A fine addition having upvc double glazed windows (with fitted vertical blinds) set on a low walled plinth with 'Triple Thermo' polycarbonate roof and upvc double glazed double doors to the front and rear elevations. Central heating radiator. Power and light. Carpet as laid.

OUTSIDE

Approached over a partially covered paved driveway which gives access to:-

GARAGE: 17'1" x 8'7" (5.21m x 2.62m) Double wooden doors. Power and light. Electric consumer unit and gas meter. Upvc double glazed window.

The front garden has to the most part been stone chipped with a number of flower/shrub beds and borders. There is pedestrian pathways to either side of the property which gives access to the rear garden. To one of these side pathways there is a useful storage shed and covered log store to the other there is access to:-

WORKSHOP: 14'4" x 7'10" (4.37m x 2.39m) with ceiling height of 6' (1.83m) Fitted work bench with storage shelving under. Fitted wall shelves. Floor standing gas boiler. Power and light.

The rear garden benefits from a most pleasant south westerly aspect and has been well tended to by the current owner who has created a garden so to cut down on maintenance.

Substantial decked seating area (under part of which there is open storage) and stone chipped garden having mature shrub and plant beds and borders. Soft fruit cage. Paved patio area. LEAN-TO GREENHOUSE: with polycarbonate roof and sides. External power points and lighting.

Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
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. "