5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Morwenstow, Bude EX23

A rare and exciting opportunity to acquire this fantastic 5 bedroom, 3 reception room period residence believe to have been built in the 1900's with links to the famous Reverend Hawker of Morwenstow. The property has retained many character features and offers spacious and versatile accommodation throughout. Generous mature grounds enjoying countryside views. EPC tbc. Council Tax Band E

The residence is situated on the edge of this small village with its own highly regarded primary school and community hall. The Devon/Cornwall border is within approximately 2 miles and some of North Devon and North Cornwall's most outstanding unspoilt coastline is within easy access, much now within the control of the National Trust. Local beauty spots include Duck Pool, Stanbury Mouth, Marsland Mouth, Welcombe Mouth, Speke's Mill Mouth etc. The A39 Bude/Bideford road is approximately 2 miles distant providing easy access via the North Devon link road to the M5 motorway network beyond. The busy self-contained village of Kilkhampton is some 5 miles and the North Cornish coastal resort of Bude with its safe sandy surfing beaches is some 10 miles. The port and market town of Bideford is some 20 miles whilst the regional North Devon centre of Barnstaple with its first class shopping centre is some 30 miles.

Directions
From Bude proceed out of the town towards Stratton and upon reaching the A39 turn left signposted Bideford. Proceed for approximately 7 miles passing through Kilkhampton (5 miles) and turn left signposted csos /Morwenstow at Crimp. Proceed for approximately 2 miles into the village just prior to the tight left hand bend the entrance driveway to Chapel House will be found on the right hand side with a Bond Oxborough Phillips for sale board clearly displayed.

The Residence

The residence is believed to have been built in the 1900's and was an addition to the original farm, it is assumed that the property was one with the attached chapel farm to the rear. The property has links to the famous Reverend Hawker of Morwenstow Parish who was believed to have previously preached in the property. The property has maintained many original character features including ornate fireplaces and high ceilings.

Entrance Hall

Impressive entrance hall leading to the large staircase rising to the first floor landing.

Kitchen/ Dining Room

8.3m (Max) x 6.07m - An impressive light and airy room with fitted kitchen area comprising a range of wall and base mounted units with work surfaces over incorporating 1 1/2 sink unit with water filtered mixer taps over and cut drainer grooves. Built in Miele double oven, Miele warming drawer, Miele dishwasher and under counter fridge and freezer. Central island unit with built in 4 ring Miele induction hob, suspended extractor hood over and space for under counter fridge. Ample reception space for dining table and chairs or sitting area with ornate fireplace housing log burner. Doorway leading to Utility Room and Wet Room. Window to side elevation. Twin set of double doors leading to:

Conservatory (19' 3" x 6' 6")

Double glazed sliding doors and windows overlooking the generous gardens.

Living Room (19' 11" x 17' 7")

An impressive reception room with ornate fireplace housing log burner and twin double doors leading out onto the covered porch and gardens.

Study/Bedroom 5 (14' 7" x 9' 2")

Window to side elevation.

Utility Area (11' 4" x 2' 8")

Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Door to outside.

Wet Room (6' 6" x 6' 3")

Walk in shower enclosure with electric mira shower over, concealed cistern WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, window to side elevation. Built in airing cupboard housing wall mounted boiler.

First Floor

Built in storage cupboard.

Bedroom 1 (15' 11" x 15' 3")

Generous double bedroom with built in wardrobes and windows to front elevation.

Bedroom 2 (15' 9" x 14' 9")

Spacious double bedroom with built in wardrobes and windows to front elevation.

Bedroom 3 (15' 7" x 11' 10")

Double bedroom with window to front elevation.

Bedroom 4 (11' 5" x 10' 8")

Double bedroom with built in wardrobe and window to side elevation.

Bathroom (11' 10" x 10' 10")

Claw foot roll top bath with mixer taps and shower attachment, enclosed shower cubicle with mains fed shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled WC. Built in airing cupboard. Window to side elevation.

Outside

The property is approached via an impressive gated entrance driveway, leading through the grounds and to the property. The mature gardens are a generous size with a mixture of mature woodland and lawn areas to the front and side of the property with countryside views. Extensive off road parking.

Agents Note

We have been informed that the ground floor room named 'Wet Room’ and the 'utility area' are part of Chapel House but the land is registered to the neighbouring property Chapel Farm.

Services

Mains electric, water and drainage. Lpg fired central heating.

Council Tax

Band E

EPC Rating

Tbc