Milltown, Muddiford, Barnstaple, North Devon

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Owner's comments

"Woodside has been a great family home for us for the last 16 years. It has grown with us, as we completed quite a significant extension and remodel eight years ago. It is a really light and airy house as well as being great for socialising in both the summer with a BBQ on the patio, or having dinner by the log burner. The views to the front across to the fields and the woods behind mean that you are nice and rural while only having to go 10 minutes in the car to Barnstaple."

Accommodation

Immediately upon entry, you'll no doubt be taken aback by a stunning, bright entrance filled with light from floor to ceiling windows in addition to skylights directly above, in turn forming an impressive feature with a galleried landing upstairs. Stairs lead up to the first floor, while to the right the open entrance flows freely into a stylish kitchen which has been refitted by the current owners to a high specification. It features a central island with fixed breakfast bar, along with a range of base units and drawers, underneath large worktop spaces. There is a tiled splashback surround with shelving above, further to more Velux windows in the slanted and extended roof space. An 'Esse' cooker adds to some character for the room while there is also a built-in dishwasher and an American style fridge/freezer slots between more storage units. The space opens into a dining area, forming a 25ft room with an abundance of light from the aforementioned Velux windows, glass entrance at the front and a double aspect with bi-fold doors opening out to the rear garden. Here there is ample room for a dining table and chairs, while a wood burning stove creates yet another charming feature, double sided via a partition between the dining area and sitting room. This room flows nicely, creating a sociable entertaining space as well as a cosy area to enjoy a film in the evening. A door into a rear lobby accesses the garden as well as the versatile downstairs bedroom/reception area. An adaptable space which is utilised as a snug area featuring a Rayburn and handy built-in storage, but could be a playroom for those with young children or downstairs bedroom. In fact, with an en-suite shower room serving the room, the adjoining utility room could be converted to create a kitchen and form a a perfect a space for an elderly relative, equipping the home with potential for dual occupation. The utility room, has further storage space, additional stainless steel sink/drainer and houses space for a washing machine. 

Rarely is a landing space an especially impressive feature of a home, but in this case at Woodside, it most certainly is. Three Velux windows allow light to flood in and illuminate a large galleried landing which has three double bedrooms all sprouting off, as well as a family bathroom. Bedroom one is a generous size boasting a double aspect from three windows and looking over beautiful views of the far reaching rural landscape that adjoins Milltown, while there is also a useful dressing area leading into an en-suite shower room. This comprises a WC, wash hand basin and large walk in shower. Bedroom two and three are also substantial double rooms enjoying similar rear views from the elevated rear aspect. Bedroom two even features third en-suite shower room, also comprising a WC, wash hand basin and a shower cubicle. Completing the incredible accommodation which spans to over 1,700 square feet, the luxury four-piece family bathroom is fully tiled with a white suite and chrome fitments. Two more skylights feature in this room which consists of a WC, wash basin, walk in shower enclosure and a separate free-standing bath. 

Outside & parking

A gated driveway to the front is laid to shingle and allows space to park 3/4 vehicles, while the front also plays host to the oil tank, a useful external storage area and a tidy space for bins. It also approaches the main entrance access if provided at either side of the property into the back garden. 

A large patio spans the width of the property, adjoining the back and accessed from both the dining space as well as a rear porch area. This makes for an attractive and sociable outside area to enjoy a bit of 'al fresco' dining or a drink in the evening during the warmer months, while also stepping down onto a large lawned section. The established garden has a range of small trees, mature and colourful shrubs which bring the garden to life all through the year, between fencing bordering the neighbours. Furthermore, there is a great external storage area at the back of the garden as well as a separate pedestrian access via a gate at the bottom. Solars panels are fixed atop the roof on the rear elevation - southerly facing which adds to the pleasant and sunny aspect the garden also enjoys. 

Location

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Milltown is a somewhat undiscovered little hamlet forming part of the better known village of Muddiford, midway between Barnstaple and Ilfracombe. The village is surrounded by glorious countryside scenery and attractive woodland, along with nearby village halls and the popular Muddiford Inn just up the road. Marwood School is within virtually a stone's throw from the property, the ideal primary school for children up to 11 years of age, while both Park and Pilton Secondary schools easily connected with bus services running to towards both - the latter is a short 10 minute drive. Barnstaple town centre is accessible in the car in around 10-15 minutes, along with numerous high street shops, supermarkets, department stores, eateries and leisure facilities. The property is also positioned conveniently for the coastal town of Ilfracombe, with further shopping outlets, supermarkets and general amenities found a short drive away, in addition to the harbour and a flavour of North Devon's dramatic coastline. The popular sandy surfing beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are within around a 20 minutes drive, as is the border of Exmoor National Park. Along the A361, Tiverton Parkway train station with fast services to London Paddington can be reached in approximately 45 minutes, as can the M5 network and beyond, also from Junction 27 at Tiverton. Other notable areas for further shopping include Exeter in around an hour's drive, and the Cornish border is reached within about a 40 minute drive along the A39.

Useful information

• Tenure - Freehold
  
• Age - 1950's
  
• Heating - Oil central heating
  
• Drainage - Mains
  
• Windows - Double glazed throughout 
  
• Council Tax - Tax band D
• EPC Rating - Current - C/74 / potential - C/78
  
• Nearest Primary School - Marwood School (less than 5 minute walk)
  
• Nearest Secondary School - Park Community School (approx. 4 miles drive)
  
• Seller's position - Looking for onward purchase

TO BOOK YOUR VIEWING, WHEN CALLING QUOTE REFERENCE: RY0585