An immaculate detached home situated in picturesque village of Axmouth. The property has five bedrooms all with en-suite facilities and would make a fantastic family home or would be suitable for Bed & Breakfast.
Location:
The village of Axmouth lies on the River Axe about one mile inland from the coastal resort of Seaton. A most attractive village of predominantly stone cottages, which boasts a Church two public houses and a thriving community. Seaton is located between the ancient harbour of Axmouth and the white cliffs of Beer. Its mile long beach, part of the Jurassic Coast, opens onto the waters of Lyme Bay. The town itself has many small shops, a local hospital, doctors' surgeries, primary school, bank and building society. Seaton is a popular resort for holiday makers, and boasts a wealth of activities including golf, tennis, bowls and sailing. There are good secondary schools nearby along with the renowned Colyton Grammar School, which is just 3 miles inland. The County town of Exeter, with its regional airport, is some twenty miles to the west, and the mainline rail link to London (Waterloo) is at Axminster, approximately seven miles distant.
Location Continued:
An attractive and popular East Devon seaside resort with a good size resident population which is increasing rapidly with many new developments planned and currently under construction. The town attracts many tourists and day visitors throughout the year and is located on the world famous Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A new Jurassic Coast visitor centre has opened which will further boost visitor numbers. There is the unique Electric Tram Railway which operates from its Terminus nearby travelling through the Axe valley bird sanctuary and wetlands to the historic inland town of Colyton. The famous Beer Caves and Pecorama railway and visitor centre are close by in the fishing village of Beer.
Directions:
From our offices in Seaton, turn right along Harbour Road. At the first roundabout go straight across and continue on across the bridge, along the river and through the village. On exiting the village take the right hand turning into Chapel Street, Take the first left into Kemps Lane and the driveway for Sunnyhayes can be found on the right hand side.
The Property:
Sunnyhayes is an immaculate detached home situated in an elevated position in the centre of Axmouth. Originally built in the 1920’s and modernized in the early 2000’s, this five-bedroom property is beautifully presented throughout and would make a fabulous family home or even an ideal Bed & Breakfast. As per the newer works to the house, the lounge, conservatory, office space and downstairs WC all have underfloor heating and the property has been updated and maintained to the highest standard. Approaching the property from Kemp’s Lane and via the main driveway, there is a covered porch, with the side door leading into an entrance hallway. Immediately on your left is a modern WC and cloakroom with white suite, and on your right gives access to the living space. Straight ahead is a large office space with double cupboard which features a pedestrian door to the rear garden. This could double up as a downstairs bedroom if required. From the office, you can also access the boiler room which in turn gives pedestrian access via steps up to a good sized single garage which has a sink with hot and cold water, power, light and automatic up and over door. There is a good-sized lounge and a west facing conservatory which features ‘bio clean’ self-cleaning glass and remote-controlled blind system. The living room flows into the dining space, with a unique and distinctive bar area with wooden counter and hinged countertop alongside plenty of space for glasses, drinks and a fridge. There is an open plan dining area which leads into a fully fitted ‘Martha Mockford’ kitchen complete with base and wall units and a large Belling Dual Fuel Cooker with 6 gas fired rings, an electric fan assisted oven, a conventional oven, grill, warming oven and warming plate. There is a separate utility room which has space and plumbing for two appliances as well as space for a tall fridge freezer. There is plenty of under stair storage with stairs leading to a spacious landing and the accommodation within. The master bedroom is the largest bedroom with a large walk in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom with sunken white whirlpool bath, recently installed modern shower above and white suite. There are four further bedrooms all with en-suite facilities.
There is also a double airing cupboard and loft access. This property benefits from UPVC double glazing and high-quality flooring throughout including Karndean flooring in the hall, lounge, office and downstairs cloakroom.
Sunnyhayes must be viewed in person to fully appreciate the quality and space within.
Outside:
This property benefits from several garden areas which surround and wrap around the property. To the front of the property there is a large garden which is attractively landscaped and is mainly laid to lawn with a variety of mature shrubs, flowers and hedging as well as a footpath leading up to the front door and down to a pedestrian gate which gives access to Chapel Street. From the front, there is a pedestrian gate which leads around to the side, where there is a pretty decked seating area surrounding an established pond featuring specialist filtration, lighting and automatic feeding system. This then leads to the driveway where there is parking for 2-3 vehicles as well as further parking for one vehicle in the garage. To the rear of the property is a gravel pathway and separate area where there are a range of outside buildings including a garden shed with power and light and an office/workshop space which has electric, heating, lighting and phone connection which can be reinstated. There is also a purpose built Scandinavian style 'Dunster' cabin with electric, lighting and a five person salt water hot tub.
Services:
Electricity. Oil Fired Central Heating. Mains water and drainage. Water Meter.
Council Tax:
We are advised that the property is in Band F. East Devon District Council. Tel: 01404 515616
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