A simply beautiful 6 bedroom Edwardian home which has been carefully restored by the current owners. Situated in the ever popular Chambercombe area with wonderful countryside views to a wide vista..

Properties of this nature are rare to the market. An exquisite Edwardian home which has been very carefully restored by the current owners with a real attention to detail. The property was originally built for an ornithologist who bird-watched from the upstairs floor of the house. More recently, It’s unique features have been restored and updated throughout.

Situated in the ever popular Chambercombe area of Ilfracombe, It’s wonderful location is hard to beat. From its elevated position are the most beautiful views over the rolling North Devon countryside with some sea glimpses. Both Hele Beach and the picturesque harbour with Damien Hirst ‘Verity’ state being both just approximately 1/2 mile distant.

Upon entering the property there is a spacious hallway with original Minton Hollins tiles and an Antique front door with stained glass. Palladin Cast Iron radiator and feature entrance stain Glass.

Moving through to the Sitting room, from here are beautiful views across Chambercombe valley. The windows are handmade locally in Appledore and copied from the originals. Other features within this room include, exposed fireplaces, original servants bell, original doors and full door furniture, Palladian cast iron radiators, new woodburning stove, deep skirtings and polished wooden floor throughout. The Kitchen is a real hub of this property and has all been hand made with integrated appliances with Devon Ardosia slate worktops, exposed shelves. Aga, Belfast sink and slate flooring.

Moving up to the first floor where 4 good size bedrooms can be found, having feature working fireplaces and Palladian radiators, this is the case for all 6 bedrooms. On this floor is the family bathroom with original high level wc, chain and pull handle, slate floor and feature towel radiator/rail.

Moving up to the second floor, this is where 2 further bedrooms can be found and some of the best views from the property. There is also access then into eaves space for storage. The accommodation is completed on this floor with a useful shower room.

From the kitchen and from the garden is access into the useful cellar space which could easily be converted into additional accommodation subject to relevant permissions.

Outside: from the front is an original oak front gate leading to a pathway down to the front door. There are various flowers and shrubs within both front and rear gardens. There is access then down the side of the property to the rear garden which has a Victorian crazy paved patio and outdoor wc. The garden has cross slate retaining walls and at the far end is a gateway giving access out of the garden down to Hele Bay.

Agents Note:
All main services connected, Broadband via 5G network to provide internet to the property. The Ofcom broadband and mobile coverage checker enables you to check availability by post code.

Ilfracombe town offers a variety of independent shops along with larger supermarkets both in and out of town including Lidl, Tesco and Co-Op with further shops, art galleries, restaurants and bars within the area. The picturesque seafront and harbour area is where the renowned artist Damien Hirst’s influence can be found along with his 60ft ‘Verity’ statue being just 1/2 mile away. In addition is the exciting new water hub and café making the harbour area a hive of activity.

North Devon has a wealth of simply stunning golden sand beaches and has long been a mecca for British surfers. The area has recently been declared a ‘world surfing reserve’, one of just 12 places on the planet along with the Australia’s Golden Coast and Malibu in California. In addition Exmoor National Park offers breath taking scenery with miles and miles of walks.

Barnstaple, North Devon’s main trading centre is approximately 12 miles away with many of the big name shops and rail link to the intercity network at Tiverton.

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Andrew Carr Sales

Nicola Draper Lettings