Bratton Clovelly, Okehampton, EX20

SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION

The property is situated in the very heart of the popular and pretty Devon village of Bratton Clovelly.

Bratton Clovelly is a delightful village with an interesting mix of period houses, a thriving community, a popular 15th century church, a village hall which hosts many local activities including art groups, fitness classes, music and local talks, a village square and a traditional public house which is renowned by locals and visitors alike for its welcoming atmosphere and excellent food. There is a primary school at nearby Boasley Cross and secondary education in nearby Okehampton.

The surrounding countryside is particularly unspoilt and typically Devonian with rolling hills and wooded valleys which are criss-crossed by quiet country lanes and footpaths, notably the village lies on one of the oldest Pack Horse Trails between Devon and Cornwall. Nearby, Roadford Lake provides the opportunity for water sports and scenic walks around its perimeter, as well as having an excellent cafe.

Also nearby is a local Vineyard with a restaurant, event facilities and tours. Just a few miles away you will find a post office and bustling farm shops with cafes. Both the North and South coasts are easily accessible from the village and Cornwall is just a few miles away, thus providing an excellent location for those wishing to participate in coastal pursuits such as surfing, coastal walks etc. Bratton Clovelly is approximately 10 miles from the busy former market town of Okehampton which boasts a popular shopping area including three supermarkets, including Waitrose, as well as many interesting locally owned shops and a cinema. Okehampton also has a train station which links to Exeter and then onwards to London and other parts of the UK. Primary and secondary education is well catered for in local schools. The recreation ground and park contains amongst other things, a leisure centre, with covered heated swimming pool and there are superb local beauty spots where one may enjoy walking, riding and fishing. Most sports are available in the town including 18-hole golf course, squash courts, indoor rifle range and a thriving rugby and soccer scene.

A delightful and spacious Grade II Listed character cottage which retains a wealth of character features, including exposed beams, inglenook fireplace and deep silled windows with window seats. The accommodation is deceptively spacious, having two well proportioned reception rooms and four bedrooms. The property benefits from oil fired central heating with conservation-style radiators. Adjoining the property is a useful area with heating, containing a utility room, workshop with mezzanine storage area and store room.

A particular feature of the property is the delightful, private rear garden, which enjoys some stunning views across surrounding countryside towards the hills of Dartmoor.

Accommodation in brief comprises of:-

COVERED ENTRANCE PORCH: With outside light. Door to:-
ENTRANCE HALL: With flagstone floor. Timber panelling to wall and ceiling. Electric fusebox and meter cupboard. Stairs rising to first floor.
REAR HALLWAY: With flagstone floor. Understairs store cupboard, radiator and part glazed door to rear.
SITTING ROOM: Window to front with bench seat. Delightful inglenook fireplace with granite uprights and bread oven with wrought iron door. Fitted multi-fuel stove. Flagstone floor. White painted exposed ceiling timbers. Recesses with fitted book shelving to either side of fireplace. Radiator.
DINING ROOM: Window to front with window seat with cupboard beneath. White painted exposed ceiling timbers and part timber panelling to walls. Recess with fitted shelving with cupboard beneath and concealed lighting above. Radiator. Wall lights. Oak flooring.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: A dual aspect room with views over gardens and towards Dartmoor to rear. Range of bespoke painted timber units with quartz worksurfaces. Inset Butler sink with mixer tap and quartz drainer. Four space induction hob and fitted Sandyford oil fired stove supplying central heating system and domestic hot water. Integrated fridge and washing machine Four impressive exposed ceiling timbers and part timber panelled ceiling with recessed lighting. Tiled flooring. Built-in shelved cupboard.
GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM 2.69m x 1.84m max (8’ 10” x 6’): Timber panelling to walls. Tiled shower cubicle with mixer shower fitting. Washbasin with tiled splashbacks. Low level WC. Obscure glazed window to rear. Heated towel rail. Oak flooring.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING : Two windows to rear with views over garden and towards Dartmoor. Built-in wardrobe with cupboard above. Airing cupboard containing hot water tank. Radiator. Hatch to loft space (Part-boarded with light). Split staircase provides access to:
BEDROOM 1: A dual aspect room with windows to front and rear. Views of church and village to front and across gardens and surrounding countryside towards Dartmoor to rear. Built-in wardrobes to alcove. Fireplace recess with timber lintel over and bread oven with original door. Radiator. Wall lights.
BEDROOM 2: Window to front with bench seat and views towards church. Radiator. Hatch to loft space.
BEDROOM 3: Window to front with deep sill and views towards church. Radiator.
BEDROOM 4: Floor level window to front with views towards church. Radiator.
BATHROOM: Part timber panelled walls. panel enclosed bath. Pedestal washbasin. Low level WC. Heated towel rail and roof light. Wooden flooring.

OUTSIDE

To the front of the property is a cobbled pathway providing access to the front entrance door and the door to side outbuilding.

To the rear of the property is a patio area running the length of the house, providing a delightful seating area from which to enjoy the superb views of Dartmoor. A further door gives access to a UTILITY ROOM - 2.2m x 2.07m (7’2”x 6’10”) with Butler sink, worksurface with space under and plumbing for washing machine. Space for fridge/freezer. Fitted wall cupboard and access to WORKSHOP/STORE - 3.49m x 1.95m (11’5 × 6’5”) with radiator, door to front, mezzanine storage space above utility room. A further door leads to a STORE ROOM - 2.97m x 1.71m (9’9” x 5’7”) with two windows to side, radiator.

The rear garden is a true delight. Areas of lawn with well stocked shrub beds and borders. Offering a high degree of privacy and enjoying superb views across surrounding countryside towards the hills of Dartmoor. There is an attractive slate chip seating area with pond. Beyond the initial lawned garden is a further area of lower garden, with productive raised fruit & vegetable beds, secluded by mature trees. Magnolia and apple tree. GREENHOUSE 8' x 6' and a timber SHED. At the bottom of the garden is an attractive SUMMERHOUSE - 3.47m x 2.77m (11’4 × 9’1”) which is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the last of the afternoon/evening sunshine.

Services

Mains electricity, mains water and mains drainage. Oil-fired central heating.

Outgoings

The property is in Band B for Council Tax purposes - West Devon Borough Council.

Viewings

Strictly by appointment with Mansbridge Balment Okehampton office on Tel no or email:

Directions

For SAT NAV, use the property postcode EX20 4JX. For What3Words use: ///buzzards.weddings.grapes

From Okehampton proceed in a westerly direction onto the A3079 towards Holsworthy and Bude. After approximately 6 miles turn left at Boasley Cross, signposted Bratton Clovelly. Follow this road into the village and upon reaching the village centre, with the church ahead, bear right whereupon the property will be found almost immediately upon the right hand side.