Cross Lanes, Bridestowe, Okehampton, Devon, EX20

SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION This lovely property is located in an accessible, rural location , with lovely countryside views, close to the sought-after Dartmoor village of Bridestowe. Bridestowe is a popular village with an interesting mix of period housing and lies approximately 5 miles west of Okehampton. The area is favoured for its strong, active community along with its amenities such as primary school, village pub and post office/stores. The village has excellent access to Dartmoor, the A30, numerous footpaths and cycleways leading to the open moor. Okehampton is approximately 30 miles from both the north and south Devon coasts. There are superb local beauty spots where one may enjoy walking, riding, and fishing. The shopping area contains a bank and supermarkets, including Waitrose, as well as many interesting locally owned shops. There is an hourly train service to Exeter and a regular bus service. Primary and secondary education is well catered for in local schools. The recreation ground and park contains, amongst other things, a covered heated swimming pool. Most sports are available including 18-hole golf course, squash courts, indoor rifle range and thriving rugby and soccer clubs. The cathedral city of Exeter lies 22 miles to the East with an abundance of high street stores and the region's main airport. A lovely character cottage, which is well-presented both internally and externally. The property is not listed and retains a great deal of its original character and charm. The accommodation comprises of a spacious yet cosy sitting room, with exposed ceiling beams; a classic inglenook fireplace, with bread oven and fitted wood burner. Moving through to a charming kitchen/ dining room with country-style fitted kitchen, solid fuel Rayburn, which along with cooking, heats one radiator in the main bedroom, and heats the hot water, with electric immersion back up. There is a good sized dining space, making this an ideal family or entertaining room. A rear lobby has doors leading to a ground floor bathroom, with a modern matching bathroom suite. A great addition to the cottage is the conservatory, where one can sit and enjoy a pleasant aspect over the garden. Stairs from the sitting room lead to the first floor landing, where doors lead to three good sized bedrooms, with the main bedroom having a recently-completed en suite shower room. There are some excellent views of surrounding countryside from the main bedroom window. Please note the attic has the possibilities of being able to be converted to further accommodation, subject to the necessary permissions being sought. It has lighting, part boarding and a skylight window. The property benefits from double glazing and a combination of solid-fuel heating and electric heating. To the rear of the cottage, is a well tended enclosed garden, which is of relatively low maintenance, including stone gravelled areas, patio, a summer house, shed and log stores. The garden enjoys a mixture of privacy, sunlight and shade if needed. Combined with some lovely views of unspoilt Devon countryside, the garden is an absolute delight. A rear gateway from the garden leads to a nearby garage, with solar lighting and alarm. There is also off-road parking to the front of the garage. We are delighted to be appointed as sole agents for the sale of this excellent property and viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate. SERVICES Mains water, private drainage via a septic tank which is shared with the three neighbouring properties. Mains electricity. OUTGOINGS We understand the property is in Band B for Council Tax purposes- West Devon Borough Council. VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment with Mansbridge Balment on 01837 52371 or email [email protected] DIRECTIONS For SAT NAV USE EX20 4NS For What3words use ///access.clapper.predict From Okehampton, leave the town in a westerly direction via New Road. Join the A30 for one junction, leaving at the Tavistock/Bideford A386 junction (Sourton Down). At the T-junction turn right and then immediately left, onto the West Devon Drive. Continue for approximately 2 miles, passing the left turn into Bridestowe village. Continue for approximately one mile whereupon the property will be found on the right hand side.