3 bed detached house for sale

High Bickington, Umberleigh, Devon EX37

A unique detached three-bedroom family home situated in the highly sought-after village of High Bickington, enjoying superb far-reaching countryside views with scope for further enlargement. Offering spacious and versatile accommodation, the property benefits from a double garage, driveway, and wrap around gardens. Offered to the market with no onward chain.

Ground Floor
The accommodation is arranged over two floors and begins with a welcoming entrance hall, complete with understairs storage and stairs rising to the first floor. To the right, the impressive triple-aspect reception room is flooded with natural light, with a feature full-length window perfectly framing the far-reaching countryside views, whilst an open fireplace with stone surround creates an attractive focal point.
To the left, the dining room is a charming front-facing room featuring exposed stonework and ample space for formal dining, this could also be used as a fourth bedroom.
To the rear of the property, the well-appointed kitchen enjoys delightful views and is fitted with a range of wall, base and drawer units, together with a built-in oven, gas hob with extractor hood, ceramic sink and drainer, and space for a dishwasher and fridge freezer. There is also room for a dining table. From the kitchen, a door leads to the rear garden and into the utility room, which provides additional storage units, a stainless steel sink and drainer, and space and plumbing for a washing machine.
Beyond is a rear hallway with a cloakroom comprising a WC and wash hand basin, along with access to both the garage and rear garden. Completing the ground floor is a versatile study, ideally suited as a home office, hobby room or occasional forth bedroom.

For approximate room dimensions and layout please refer to the floor plan contained within these sale particulars.

First Floor
Stairs rise to a spacious galleried landing with an airing cupboard and access to the loft space. The first floor provides three generously proportioned double bedrooms and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom is positioned to the rear of the property and enjoys superb far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. It benefits from a range of fitted wardrobes and an en-suite shower room fitted with a shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin. Bedroom two is a bright dual-aspect double room, currently arranged with two single beds, whilst bedroom three is another comfortable double bedroom enjoying views to the front of the property. Completing the accommodation is the family bathroom, fitted with a WC, wash hand basin, bidet and bath with shower over.

Outside

To the front of the property is an attractive and well-established garden, enclosed by mature hedging to provide a good degree of privacy. Predominantly laid to lawn, the garden has a variety of trees, shrubs and flowering plants. A raised stone planting bed is a great border, there is also a charming circular seating area provides an outdoor dining spot.

Rear Garden
A pathway leads around to the enclosed rear garden, which is mainly laid to lawn and offers a wonderful outdoor space for families. A paved patio provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining and entertaining. There is a greenhouse with power and lighting and two garden sheds provide useful storage for tools and equipment.

From the rear garden, the property enjoys superb far-reaching views across the surrounding North Devon countryside, creating a wonderful backdrop.

Parking & Garage
The property is approached via a shared driveway leading to a private drive. There is generous parking with space for approximately four vehicles. In addition, there is a garage with an up-and-over door, providing further parking, storage or workshop potential.

Services & outgoings
We understand mains electric, water and gas is connected to the property. Septic tank drainage.
Torridge Council - Band E

Additional Information
Mobile Coverage: Coverage available via EE, O2, vodafone and three. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider. (Based on Ofcom data)

Broadband: Fttc-Fibre to the cabinet broadband is available-highest available download speed 76 Mbps, highest available upload speed 15 Mbps. (Based on Openreach

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%)(Gov UK data) data).

Construction: Brick built

Whispering Trees is located in the village of High Bickington, The pretty village itself is located within the heart of North Devon countryside with rolling hills and fields, and offers excellent amenities that include a primary school, two popular public houses, Church, Chapel, Post Office, doctors' surgery and playing fields with cricket and football clubs. The property lies just over 10 miles south of Barnstaple and provides easy access to nearby market towns of Great Torrington (9.5 miles) and South Molton (11 miles). The A39 Atlantic Highway and A361 North Devon link road are within easy access, leading to Tiverton and the M5 motorway (Junction 27) with mainline Intercity rail links available at Tiverton Parkway (London, Paddington approx. 2 hours) and international airports at Exeter and Bristol. The Tarka train line runs between Barnstaple and Exeter with the nearest station located at Portsmouth Arms (2.5 miles). Barnstaple, the historic and regional centre of North Devon affords a more extensive range of commercial, educational and recreational facilities including a variety of banking, schooling, a theatre, cinema, leisure centre and restaurants, combining modern shopping amenities with a bustling market atmosphere. Popular sandy beaches of Westward Ho!, Instow, Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are within easy reach. The cathedral city of Exeter with its university, airport, inter-rail and motorway links is some 30 miles in distance.