Okehampton, Devon
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- Stunning & Substantial period home
- Five bedrooms
- Three receptions
- Bath shower room / Two En Suite / Downstairs shower cloaks room
- Garaging & Ample parking
- Beautiful garden
- Steeped with character
- Stone mullion windows
- Partial countryside views
- Conveniently located to town
*FIVE BEDROOMS * THREE RECEPTIONS * BATH SHOWER ROOM * TWO EN SUITE * DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKS SHOWER ROOM * LARGE PLOT * GARAGING / WORKSHOP & AMPLE PARKING. Church House is a Georgian and pre-Georgian Grade II listed building and we understand is the original part of the former vicarage. This handsome property is of stone, granite and slate construction with many interesting architectural features and for or those with an eye for detail, you will notice straight away the beautiful stone mullion windows. This fine home provides versatile and generous accommodation which benefits from full gas fired heating. The grounds directly adjoin the parish church and provide a stunning back drop to the property which also enjoys views across surrounding countryside. The gardens are a feature of Church House, being imaginatively landscaped and superbly well stocked with a wide variety of shrubs, plants and trees. There is garaging and workshop space together with a large parking area for a number of vehicles. Ideal as a spacious family home, the property may also have income potential from bed and breakfast/guest house use if required. This is an opportunity to acquire a unique period house set in a very good size plot and in a stunning yet convenient location.
Okehampton EX20 1LE
SUN ROOM
Approx 15' 1'' x 12' 6'' (4.59m x 3.81m)
Overlooking the garden
DINING / FAMILY ROOM
16' 6'' x 16' 2'' (5.03m x 4.92m)
Overlooking the garden.
CLOAK / SHOWER ROOM
Cloaks area housing boiler and cupboard storage. Separate shower room area.
INNER HALL AREA
WINE STORE
SITTING ROOM
17' 5'' x 13' 6''into bay shortens to 12'9" (5.30m x 4.11m)
Overlooking the garden.
KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM
16' 0'' x 9' 1'' (4.87m x 2.77m)
LAUNDRY ROOM
10' 2'' x 9' 1'' (3.10m x 2.77m)
Fitted cupboard,storage appliance space, butler sink
FIRST FLOOR (split landing)
BEDROOM ONE
18' 0'' x 17' 2'' (5.48m x 5.23m)
Fitted wardrobe.
BEDROOM ONE
18' 0'' including fitted wardrobes x 12' 2'' (5.48m x 3.71m)
Fitted wardrobe, lovely semi rural outlook
BATH / SHOWER ROOM
A fabulous room with bath and separate shower enclosure granite surrounds including his and her basins. Very large walk in eaves storage area with light (approx 17'7" by 6'7" into sloping ceiling).
SECOND LANDING
8' 11'' x 8' 0'' (2.72m x 2.44m)
Walk in storage.
BEDROOM THREE
15' 9'' including fitted wardrobes x 12' 7'' (4.80m x 3.83m)
A lovely semi rural outlook.
EN-SUITE SHOWER
BEDROOM TWO
16' 4'' x 12' 9'' (4.97m x 3.88m)
(Possible second sitting room) Featured fireplace surround with cupboard storage and shelving beside, outlook over garden.
SECOND FLOOR
BEDROOM FOUR
16' 1'' x 12' 10'' into sloping ceiling (4.90m x 3.91m)
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
BEDROOM FIVE
15' 0'' into sloping ceilings x 12' 10'' (4.57m x 3.91m)
OUTSIDE
From the approach lane, the property's driveway sweeps down to a large gravelled forecourt/ parking area to the front of the house. This area provides space to park a number of vehicles. DOUBLE GARAGE 19' x 19' with two up and over doors, power and light connected. Integral connecting door to: WORKSHOP/STORE 26'10 x 8'2 with part cobbled floor, power and light connected. From the parking area, a delightful granite arch leads through to the gardens. There is a paved path/patio area adjoining the conservatory and access to the workshop/store. The rear garden is delightfully landscaped with the stunning backdrop of the parish church. Lawn areas on two levels, flagstone patio with stone seat and an established climbing wisteria. Attractive slate garden area with shrub border and further shaded gravel patio area, ideal for sitting out. The main lawn is bordered by a wide variety of shrubs and areas of dry stone walling with two sets of steps leading up to the higher garden areas. The garden is exceptionally well stocked with bamboo, Rhododendron, Camelia, Mahonia, Hostas and many other specimens with delightful pathways leading through the shrubs to hidden garden areas. The high level garden borders the church with a natural stone wall with areas of lawn, herb garden and a fantastic open aspect across surrounding countryside. Hidden garden area with plants and shrubs and a pedestrian access gate to the lane. A delightful "figgery" incorporates a private patio with mature climbing fig, external electric socket and water supply. The gardens are a particular feature of the property and will be of particular interest to the keen gardener and enjoy a high degree of peace and seclusion whilst also having a fine open aspect across surrounding countryside.
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Okehampton EX20 1LE
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