5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

A truly impressive Victorian building of historical local interest in town centre location; ideal for dual occupancy; adjoining flats with income; completely refurbished; delightful garden and ample parking.


SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION
This fine period property is situated at the heart of the popular Devon town of North Tawton within easy access of the town centre and amenities.

North Tawton is a small town (population 1750) which is situated in the middle of Devon in good farming country. There are a good range of local amenities including Post Office Stores, a Spar Store, the Parish Church and four Public Houses. The market town of Okehampton lies approximately 7 miles to the southwest and the cathedral city of Exeter approximately 15 miles to the southeast with its range of High Street stores and the regions international airport.

The property was originally built in 1886 as a warehouse for Durant & Sons seed merchants, a Huguenot family that had settled in North Tawton in the 17th century. The building retained its original purpose until the 1960s when it was finally closed. It was first converted to residential use in the 1970s and over the years has been divided amongst different owners until 2020 when the current owner acquired the entire property albeit under two different sets of deeds. The property is being sold in its entirety.
Along with the main residence the two flats have recently undergone external refurbishment (new roof, windows, doors and rendering) but would benefit from internal updating.

In brief the accommodation comprises; Ground floor: entrance hall/ boot room with door outside with access to workshop and external steps to first floor; two double bedrooms (one of which is en-suite); utility; hallway and integral garage. First floor: Open plan kitchen/living room with French doors to garden; sitting room with woodburning stove; bathroom and two double bedrooms. Second floor: open plan kitchen/living room with French doors to balcony and steps to garden; sitting room; cloakroom; study/bedroom 2; shower room and main bedroom with walk in wardrobe.
Adjacent to the main residence is a 1 bedroom ground floor flat with a 2 bedroom flat above, both of which are currently occupied and provide regular income.

Outside, the property is approached via Exeter Street opening on to a generous forecourt which provides ample parking and plenty of space on approach to the main entrance.

To the rear is a delightful mature garden lovingly nurtured by the current owners which offers a wide variety of specimen trees such as Olive, Indian bean and Liquid Amber. There is a lovely area of contoured lawn with borders of mature bushes and flowering shrubs which provide a great deal of privacy. There is also a sizable summerhouse with power and lighting connected, a productive veg garden with potting shed with living roof and a greenhouse.
Adjoining the property is a large paved patio ideal for alfresco dining and the southerly aspect ensures plenty of available sunshine.
Benefitting from double glazing and central heating this fine versatile property offers potential in abundance and requires viewing to be appreciated.

ACCOMMODATION
Reference made to any fixture, fittings, appliances, or any of the building services does not imply that they are in working order or have been tested by us. Purchasers should establish the suitability and working condition of these items and services themselves.
The accommodation, together with approximate room sizes, is as follows:

Services
Mains electricity, mains gas, mains water and mains drainage.

OUTGOINGS
We understand this property is in band 'E' for Council Tax purposes.

VIEWINGS
By appointment with MANSBRIDGE BALMENT OKEHAMPTON on[use Contact Agent Button].

DIRECTIONS
For Sat Nav EX20 2HB
On arrival at North Tawton proceed down through High Street and take the first right turn into Exeter Street where the entrance to Durant House can be found immediately on your right.

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