4 bed detached house for sale

Templeton, Devon EX16

A superbly presented Grade II Listed detached property set within the heart of Templeton, offering spacious accommodation enjoying a wealth of charm and character, having been sympathetically modernised by the current Vendors
Description

The Wolery enjoys a village centre location within Templeton and is believed to date back to the early 17th Century, acting as the agent’s house to the Cruwys Estate. Providing a wealth of character throughout, the property enjoys large inglenook fireplaces and exposed beams whilst having been sympathetically modernised over the years to provide for great family accommodation throughout. The property comprises;

Stone-built Storm Porch with thatched roof with wood panelled front door leading into the Entrance Hall with brick-paved flooring, exposed beams and steps leading up into the Kitchen/Dining Room which is a superb heart of the home, offering ample entertaining space with flagstone flooring throughout. The Dining area provides ample space for a large table and chairs with bay window to the rear with French doors to the garden and large inglenook fireplace with inset electric woodburning-effect stove. The Kitchen is fitted with a modern matching range of wall, base and drawer units with wood work surface over incorporating sink unit. There are spaces for a range of appliances, including dishwasher, fridge/freezer and Range cooker (with lpg gas). A Central island offers useful additional storage and a breakfast bar seating area. From here, a stable-style door leads into the Utility Room, fitted with a matching range of further units with wood ork surface over and additional sink unit. This room provides space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble drier and with a door to the rear garden. Situated off of the Dining area, the Shower Room is fitted with a modern matching suite comprising shower cubicle with inset mains shower, close coupled WC and wash basin set on vanity unit, whilst also enjoying underfloor heating. From the Entrance Hall, a door leads into the incredibly spacious Sitting Room, providing a great reception area with triple aspect and large inglenook fireplace with inset woodburning-effect electric fire.

From the Kitchen, stairs rise to the first floor landing with front aspect and exposed beams. Bedroom 1 is a double bedroom with side aspect, exposed beams and an opening into the En-suite Shower Room fitted with a matching suite comprising shower cubicle with inset mains shower, close coupled WC and wash basin set within vanity unit. Bedroom 2 is a double bedroom with rear aspect and exposed beams. The Family Bathroom offers a large space with modern matching suite comprising large shower cubicle with inset mains shower, hidden cistern WC, dual wash basins set upon vanity unit and freestanding claw-foot, roll-top bath looking out across the rear gardens. Bedroom 3 is a large double bedroom with rear aspect and a range of built-in wardrobes. Bedroom 4 provides a large single bedroom - used by the current Vendors as a home office - with a range of built-in units and dual aspect.
Outside

Approached from the main village lane, there are two separate driveways providing off-road parking - one driveway leading to gates to the rear garden and one leading to the single garage.
Low stone retaining boundary wall borders the front gardens, with an open expanse of lawn interspersed with a variety of small shrubs and trees to the right-hand side. To the left, there is an enclosed private area of garden, bordered by hedging and trees, providing a great private space for outdoor seating and entertaining. A pretty cobbled area provides an ideal space for outdoor seating to the front of the property, with a pathway leading to the side access gate.

The rear gardens are fully enclosed within mature hedging and fencing, providing a superb outdoor space. A pretty cobbled area wraps around the property, providing one of the many seating areas throughout the grounds. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn and interspersed with a variety of trees throughout, as well as a garden pond with brick-laid border. One area of the garden is used by the current Vendors as a secure dog run, but could provide an ideal space for keeping chickens or to create a productive area with the opportunity to create vegetable beds.

A gravelled path meanders through the garden and leads to the large Summerhouse with power and light. A raised composite decking area provides multiple entertaining spaces, with an inset hot tub with wooden pergola over, creating the perfect space for evening gatherings with friends and families. Adding to the garden space, there are two large wooden storage sheds.
Services & outgoings

We understand that mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Oil-fired central heating. Private cesspit drainage.

Council Tax: Band F - Mid Devon District Council.
Situation

The property is located within the village of Templeton, surrounded by superb countryside, providing the feel of a rural property, yet being close to local amenities. Tiverton lies to the east of the village, which affords a comprehensive range of commercial, recreational and educational facilities as well as easy commuting via the North Devon Link Road either to the north coast via Barnstaple or eastward back to the M5 (J27) and Parkway mainline railway station providing a 2 hour service into London. Exeter lies some 18 miles to the south and offers a more comprehensive range of facilities as befitting a Cathedral City and Taunton, the County Town of Somerset lies approximately 19 miles to the north, again offering a varied and comprehensive range of facilities.
Directions

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Additional information

Broadband: FTTP—Ultrafast broadband is available. (Openreach).

Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2 and vodafone. For an indication of speeds, we recommend contacting your own provider.

Flooding: The property is in an area at a very low risk from River/Sea and Surface Water flooding (defined as the chance of flooding each year as less than 0.1%).

Rights & Restrictions: The property is Grade II Listed.