Membury Road, Axminster

A truly substantial single storey residence which has been beautifully maintained with impressive gardens, large double garage with workshop and attractive rural views.

The Property - Genesis was constructed during the early part of the 1990’s as a private residence where great emphasis was made on maximizing the square footage of the bungalow to provide generous room proportions all on one level. It is rare to find a property of this nature with over 2700 sq ft of accommodation and garaging. The current owners took residence in 1999 and renamed the property Genesis, to signify new beginnings and have spent the last 26 years enjoying all that East Devon has to offer. Over the last two decades numerous improvements have been made including extending the garaging, adding an entrance porch, and updating the heating systems with an air source heat pump with solar panels on a feed in tariff as well as fitting a secondary oil fired central heating system. The gardens have been beautifully landscaped with a large paved terrace which provides a wonderful position to enjoy the countryside beyond.

Accommodation - On entering Genesis the sheer size of the accommodation becomes apparent with a wide L- shaped hallway which provides access to the principal rooms. There is a traditional linen cupboard and access to the loft space. Subject to obtaining planning there is scope to add additional accommodation within the roof space should it be desired. The current flow of the bungalow has been well designed with all five of the double bedrooms situated along the eastern elevation and separated from the reception space by the main hallway. The master suite enjoys pleasant views over the gardens with a dual aspect, fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom with shower over. The guest bedroom also provides en-suite facilities while the remaining bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom which includes a neutral coloured four piece bathroom suite and separate shower. To the front elevation is the impressive kitchen, fitted with traditional wood fronted units, granite work surfacing and a range of integrated Neff appliances. From here a doorway leads through to a formal dining room. The main reception room adjoins the rear garden and is dominated by a large picture window which overlooks the gardens and countryside beyond and has direct access onto the paved terrace. The garaging and workshop have integral access via the utility hallway which is located off the kitchen.

Outside - Genesis is well positioned within its grounds, set back from the road side with gardens to all four sides. A low walled gravelled driveway leads down to the property and garaging. The frontage is mainly lawned with mature shrub and flower borders along with specimen trees. The beech hedging to the southern boundary provides a good degree of privacy. To the rear is a substantial paved seating area which runs the full width of the property. There is a raised vegetable garden, established shrubs, double glazed potting shed and a variety of trees including apple, pear and plum. In all about 0.7 acre (0.28 ha).

Situation - Genesis is situated in the Blackdown Hills, an area designated as the National Landscape (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) midway between the ancient market town of Axminster and the pretty village of Membury. The village has an active local community based around the village hall, church and primary school. Axminster offers a good range of day-to-day amenities including independent retailers, two supermarkets, library and doctors surgery. Axminster has a mainline station on the London Waterloo line. The Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and the nearby resort Lyme Regis with its famous Cobb Harbour and sandy beach can be found 8 miles to the south. The surrounding Devon countryside offers a range of rural activities with a network of footpaths on the doorstep to explore the Axe and Yarty valleys. The larger centres of Taunton (18 miles) and Exeter (with regional airport), with their extensive shopping, sporting and cultural facilities are within reach. Whilst surrounded by beautiful and unspoilt countryside the property is readily accessible by both road and rail, with access to the M5 motorway at Taunton and the M3 via the A30/A303 dual carriageway.

Sporting - Racing at Taunton or Exeter. Golf at Axe Cliff, Chard or Honiton. Sailing on the coast at Lyme Regis or Seaton. Sporting and leisure facilities at Axminster.

Education - Primary schooling at Membury and Axminster. State secondary schools at Axminster, The Woodroffe and the well regarded Colyton Grammar School. Independent schools in the area include Chard Prep School, and the Taunton Schools.

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Services - Mains electric. Private water and drainage.
Broadband : Standard Broadband available
Mobile Network Coverage : None indoors, likely outdoors.
Source - Ofcom.org.uk

Local Authority - East Devon Council, Tel :
Council Tax Band : E

Material Information. - The property is at very low risk of flooding from surface water, rivers and sea. The private water supply comes from a bore hole which is located within the grounds and is for the sole use of the property. The private drainage system is a septic tank which was installed at the time of construction. Genesis features an oil fired central heating as well as an air source heat pump which provides heating via a warm air system. The solar panels are client owned and are on a feed in tariff. Please note that there is a pylon located approximately 160m to the north of the bungalow which is partially obscured from view.