Asking price
£350,000
Eaton Place, West Down, Devon, EX34
4 bedroom house for sale
End Terrace House, Signature Homes
4 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
2 Receptions
Key Features
- Beautifully modernised and much improved end-terraced village cottage
- Central location just metres from the village shop, pub and Primary School
- Packed full of character and charm
- Superb 21ft living/dining room with 2 feature fireplaces and wood burners
- Remodelled bright and airy kitchen with high vaulted ceiling
- 4 bedrooms and a modern family bathroom
- Parking in the village square for 2 cars * (see note)
- Low maintenance yet good-sized garden
- Perfect as a characterful main home or as a high-quality holiday home/holiday let
- No onward chain
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Property Description
1 Eaton Place is a captivating end-terraced cottage, nestled in the heart of the village square, and has undergone an extensive programme of modernisation and refurbishment by the present owners, presenting the property beautifully yet retaining the character and charm of its original period. Convenience is at your doorstep, with the community shop, village pub, and Primary School just a short stroll away.
West Down is a small working village situated approximately 10 minutes’ drive from the North Devon coastline. Village amenities include a village community shop, pub, church and an excellent primary school which continues to maintain its ‘outstanding’ rating from Ofsted. There is also a community play park and allotments. The unspoilt village is situated within equal distance from the coastal town of Ilfracombe and the larger village of Braunton. Woolacombe Bay with its fabulous 2 1/2 mile long golden sand surfing beach is approximately 4 miles away. The region’s main town, Barnstaple, being just 8 miles away, has a vibrant high street with both big name and independent retailers. Barnstaple train station links to Exeter, allowing direct access into London. Barnstaple also has direct access onto the A361 North Devon Link Road which joins the M5 at junction 27 (Tiverton).
Stepping inside the property, a welcoming entrance lobby greets you and opens into the entrance hall which has an attractive wood floor. The stairs rise to the upper floors and there is a useful niche below which is ideal for coats, boots and shoes or perfect for the dog bed! The heart of the home is the superb 21ft long living and dining room with its slate-tiled floor. This room exudes character and charm and features two captivating fireplaces, both with wood-burning stoves, located in the lounge and dining areas. The delightful remodelled kitchen boasts a vaulted ceiling and three roof light windows, flooding the room with natural light and amplifying the feeling the space. There is a range of modern fitted base and wall units and a cleverly designed breakfast bar area. Within the kitchen there is an integrated oven, hob and extractor canopy and a dishwasher and space for and under-counter fridge. The slate-tiled floor continues through and there is direct access out onto the rear garden. At the far end of the kitchen is a utility/store cupboard that adds practicality.
Moving to the first floor, on the half landing is a handy separate toilet. The main landing gives way to three generously sized bedrooms, two of which retain their period charm, including ornamental fireplaces and stripped varnished floorboards. The third bedroom is currently utilised as a home office and is perfect for those who live and work from home. A modern family bathroom with a shower over the bath completes this floor.
The top floor is dedicated to the main bedroom, a spacious 17ft x 15ft room yet offering a cosy atmosphere with it angular ceilings and stripped varnished floorboards. There is a built-in wardrobe for convenience.
Modern comforts include gas-fired central heating and uPVC double glazing. The furniture and equipment within the property is available to purchase by separate negotiation if required, making this a turn-key ready to use home.
Outside, immediately in front of the property you'll find space to park two cars (nose to tail) within the village square. The parking area is not officially owned but accepted as for use by the property. A stone-built wall and railings bound the attractive small coloured gravelled front garden which offers a pleasant area to sit. The low maintenance and landscaped rear garden is perfect for al-fresco dining, barbecues, or relaxation. A log store, outdoor tap, and light add convenience. There is a very hand large side access gate out onto the village road. Furthermore, there is a right of way for the neighbouring 2 and 3 Eaton Place to cross the garden and out onto the village lane although this is very rarely used.
This property suits a variety of lifestyles, whether you seek a characterful main residence or a high-quality holiday home or let. With no onward chain, seize the opportunity to explore this village gem.
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