Radford Grange, Dawlish Water, Devon

CHAIN FREE - An impressive & beautifully presented family home built in 2004 with wonderful far reaching rural views forming part of an exclusive gated development set in almost 3 acres of park-like communal grounds in a picturesque rural, yet accessible location close to the Devon coast


Situation

Radford grange is a small, private, gated development of only 9 homes set in the shallow Dawlish Water Valley surrounded by the rolling Devon countryside with a far reaching rural outlook and almost 3 acres of beautifully maintained park-like grounds for the exclusive use of the residents. Radford Grange is located just off Lower Dawlish Water Road in a small, quiet hamlet of older houses and thatched cottages, yet the beaches of the south Devon coast only a 5 minute drive away.

The seaside town of Dawlish has all of the amenities you might need on a daily basis with the larger coastal town of Teignmouth around 10 minutes’ drive. The city of Exeter is an easy 25 minute commute away with access to the M5 and wider motorway network. Dawlish has a mainline railway station with regular trains to Exeter and London. Exeter International Airport flies to national and international destinations.

Other leisure facilities in the area include the rugged slopes and tors of Dartmoor National Park with miles of walking for all abilities. Haldon Forest Park has miles of walking and cycling trails and the nearest golf club is at Teignmouth.


Description

Willowbank is an impressive and beautifully presented family home built in 2004 and located in a glorious setting taking in panoramic rural views over the rolling south Devon countryside. With its thatched roof the property has the attractive and charming look of a traditional Devon cottage but benefits from modern construction methods, systems, and comforts including underfloor heating throughout and recently renewed double glazing, updated kitchen and en suite bathrooms.

The well thought out accommodation extends to a spacious 222 square metres/2,384 Square feet and briefly includes 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), a family bathroom, an impressive family kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, living room, dining room, cloakroom/WC, a large conservatory and a useful store room.

Outside, electric wrought iron gates with natural stone walling either side open to the main driveway off which Willowbank has its own gated entrance and driveway parking for 3 cars to the front of the house. To the front side and rear of the house are delightful private landscaped & lawned gardens. The property also enjoys use of the park like grounds of Radford Grange which extend to around 3 acres and gently slope to Dawlish Water meandering along the lower boundary.

Adjoining the property is a 2.5 acre (approx.) field which is available for sale by separate negotiation, giving potential for equestrian or similar use. Or just to enjoy the space. The field gently slopes from the lane to Dawlish Water and can be accessed directly from the property or through a gateway off the lane. Further details available on request.


Accommodation

The smart red composite front stable door, sheltered by a thatched storm porch, opens to the generous entrance hallway off which is a cloakroom WC. Oak veneered cottage style doors have been fitted throughout and Oak effect flooring flows from the hallway and throughout the family kitchen/breakfast room. This is a lovely large room which was made over in 2021 and features a comprehensive range of shaker style wall and floor cabinetry in a light colour with white/grey granite work surfaces. A large island unit provides further storage and work top space, and neatly divides the room. An array of integrated appliances include an inset 5 burner gas hob with extractor over, double electric eye level ovens, a full height fridge and full height freezer, a dishwasher and a washing machine. There are plenty of electrical sockets and the undermounted sink is located below a window with a view over the front garden. There is space for a family size dining table with further storage units in this area. Just off the kitchen is the utility room providing plenty of further storage, work top space, and an undercounter tumble dryer as well as a freestanding fridge. A door from here opens to the useful store room with space for bikes and tools etc, and large side hinged doors give easy access from the driveway.

French doors from the kitchen open to the large conservatory providing a wonderful space to relax, entertain or dine with a beautiful view over the garden and countryside beyond. Doors from the conservatory open to the garden.

The living room is of a good size with plenty of space to arrange furniture in a number of ways to suit your needs. A fireplace with a gas stove and stone mantlepiece provides a warming focal point, and French doors open to the front garden with a further window in the same aspect bringing in plenty of light. A glazed door with matching glazed panel opens from the hallway to the dual aspect dining room a great space for more formal dining. French doors at the far end open the room to the garden and views.

Stairs rise from the hallway to the spacious first floor landing off which is a linen storage room also containing the boiler and hot water tank. The principal bedroom has a triple aspect taking in some glorious views in all directions over the gardens, the wider grounds of Radford Grange and the countryside beyond. A range of built in furniture includes two banks of wardrobes and a dressing table. The luxurious en suite shower room has recently been made over with fully tiled walls, a large walk-in shower, a combined vanity unit with wash basin and hidden flush WC, and a heated towel rail.

Bedroom two is also a generously sized double bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes and storage to two walls. Two windows take in the lovely far reaching rural views and bring in plenty of light and the en suite is fully tiled with a walk-in shower, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Bedroom three is a double bedroom with window to the rear aspect. Bedroom four is utilised as an office and is fitted with a range of office furniture including a desk, filing drawers and storage cupboards - although, the beautiful views from the window over the adjoining field and countryside beyond may distract you from your work! Bedroom five is a single bedroom with a window and views to the front. The family bathroom also takes in the far reaching rural views, is part tiled and fitted with a freestanding ball and claw foot roll top bath with shower mixer tap, washbasin and WC.


Outside

Electric gates at the entrance to Radford Grange open to the driveway which sweeps down to the private gated driveway of Willowbank providing space for parking 2-3 cars. Box hedging separates the front garden landscaped with a mix of small trees, gravel beds, brick paving and planted flower beds. Hedging on the boundary between properties gives privacy. A path to the side of the house leads to a paved terrace with a pergola opening to the lawned gardens to the side and rear of the property. The paved terrace also extends in front of the doors from the conservatory with space here for a garden table and chair set, a lovely spot for alfresco dining and entertaining whilst enjoying the wonderful rural views. There is a further sheltered paved terrace in the lower corner of the garden surrounded by hedging and planting with space for garden furniture. A gravelled pathway leads around the back of the house where there is space for storage sheds, and continues to a secluded area behind the conservatory with space for garden furniture. From here there is a gap in the hedge providing access to a field (available by separate negotiation) of approximately 2.5 acres (see plan) which slopes gently from the boundary adjoining the road to Dawlish Water on the lower boundary. Hedging to the garden boundaries provide plenty of privacy but do not restrict the views.

A unique feature of Radford Grange are the beautifully maintained park-like communal grounds which extend to almost 3 acres for exclusive use of the residents. There are two large areas of lawn divided by mature Willow trees with further mature trees towards the boundaries. There are several seating areas for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful ambience and wildlife, as well as a pagoda which provides a great spot for a drink or a picnic. Towards the end of the grounds is a wildlife pond with a further seating area beyond which is a line of trees with Dawlish Water flowing past on the lower boundary.

Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax: Council Tax band G Approx £4,405

Services: Mains Electricity and mains water. Private drainage with shared sewage treatment plant is located within the grounds. LPG gas stored in tanks within the grounds metered and charged separately to each property.

Agents Note: There is a maintenance charge the latest of which was £185 per month to include the upkeep of the grounds and communal areas plus the sewage treatment plant.

Broadband: Standard and Ultrafast broadband is available in the area – please check with your preferred supplier.

Flood Risk: Rivers and Seas: Very Low / Surface Water: Very Low

Local Authority: Teignbridge District Council, Forde House, Brunel Rd, Newton Abbot TQ12 4XX.

Directions: Using What 3 Words the property can be found at ///talkative.unscathed.journey

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with the selling agent: James Taylor – The Agency UK Teignbridge.