Hillcrest Road, Newport, Barnstaple, North Devon

Owner's comments

"We moved into our home from out of the area in 2003 and chose it as we suddenly had to care for my elderly father and it had the separate downstairs rooms that were required at the time. The kitchen, dining room and lounge which was used as my father's bedroom. We had no idea at the time that Hillcrest Road is a much sought after location and that we would happily remain here for the following 21 years. During this time we have altered the house significantly and it is unrecognisable now to what it was when we moved in. An extension on on the side for a shower, toilet and utility area has been added. The kitchen and dining rooms have been made into a one large tasteful family kitchen/diner and the lounge has been made a tad bigger but is still very cosy. A conservatory has been added which we use as an exercise and play room. New flooring, wall/roof insulation, boiler, the list is endless. We feel rather sad to let it go but due to mobility reasons we now have to start looking at moving into a bungalow. The grandchildren all go to either Park or Newport schools which are both 5 minutes walk away and they are particularly disappointed as they won't be able to pop in for Nanny's sweetie jar after school! It's a very peaceful area yet so close to Barnstaple town centre. The rear of the property is a real sun trap which faces an orchard and attracts plenty of wildlife. The neighbours are all really nice, friendly and helpful. We hope whoever moves in here will have as much enjoyment and make as many happy memories as we have had."

Accommodation

Entering in the front door through a small porch, an entrance hall guides you into a sitting room on the right, while stairs rise to the first floor on your left. The sitting room is a cosy separate room with ample light coming from a half bay window to the front elevation. At the end of the hallway, there is useful under stairs storage and a door opening into a reconfigured kitchen/dining space - once an unsociable arrangement, but now a large open plan and family friendly area that spans to almost 23 feet in length. Sliding doors present the conservatory, which in turn steps out to a patio section of the garden. The kitchen has been recently upgraded to a modern specification which includes an array of storage cupboards and drawers, inset sink/drainer, built-in, dishwasher and ample worksurface space. There is also room for a large American style fridge/freezer, as well as space for an electric oven with seven ring gas hob and extractor canopy over. A single door also leads out the garden, as an opening leads through to a useful utility area, hosting space for a washing machine and tumble dryer with a wall mounted boiler. Here there is also a handy downstairs shower room with a skylight, complete with a WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail and an enclosed shower cubicle. 

Upstairs, you'll find the spacious nature of this excellent home continues with three double bedrooms in addition to a family bathroom. Overlooking the garden to the rear bedroom three, which although is restricted by head height, is still a comfortable double. Also at the rear is the main bedroom, enjoying a peaceful view over the garden and adjoining orchard behind. Bedroom two features another half bay window as well as a built-in wardrobe for storage. Completing the home is the family bathroom which comprises a WC, wash hand basin and a bath with shower over. There is also a tiled surround with fitted cupboards for more storage.

Outside & parking

Driveway parking for at least two vehicles can be found at the front of the home, with a low maintenance front garden laid with some shingle and a couple of small shrubs for decoration. Access is provided at the side of the home via a pedestrian gate and into the rear garden, which benefits from a pleasant westerly facing aspect. The majority of which is laid with a neat area of lawn, with fencing bordering each side. A couple of wooden sheds provides useful storage, with a concrete path leading through the lawn for easy access. A section of patio adjoins the conservatory from double doors, allowing for an sociable and sunny seating area, while a further area of patio also is stepped onto from a single door at the back of the kitchen. The garden hosts an array of established plants and shrubs, with a brick wall border at the rear which looks over an orchard in behind. 

Location

Hillcrest Road is often recognised as one of the most desirable roads within Newport, also often regarded as one of the town's most favourable districts. The house is excellently positioned for schools, public transport, the town centre which is accessed in around a 20 minute walk, as well as the locally renowned Rock Park and general amenities. There is a doctor's surgery at the end of the road, as well as various takeaways and public houses situated along Newport Road, which is within a short walk, as well as a barber shop and corner shop. Rock Park is less than a 15 minute walk, with play areas and endless dog walks from there, in addition to easy access onto the Tarka Trail. Barnstaple itself is the regional centre of North Devon, and boasts numerous high street shops including Green Lanes Shopping Centre, various supermarkets, department stores, cinema, live theatre, numerous eateries and leisure facilities. The popular sandy surfing beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are within around 20-30 minutes drive, as is the border of Exmoor National Park. Whiddon Valley is particularly well located for the A361 network and beyond, taking you to the M5 and also Tiverton Parkway train station in around 45 minutes, where there is fast services to London Paddington. Other notable areas for further shopping include Exeter in around an hour's drive, and the Cornish border within about a 45 minute drive.

Useful information

• Tenure - Freehold
• Heating - Gas central heating
  
• Drainage - Mains
  
• Windows - Double glazed throughout
  
• Council Tax - Tax band D
  
• EPC Rating - Current - C/69 / Potential - B/81
  
• Nearest Primary School - Newport Community School (approx. 3-4 minute walk)
  
• Nearest Secondary School - Park Community School (approx. 6-8 minute walk)
  
• Seller's position - Looking for an onward purchase
  
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