Station Hill, Swimbridge, Barnstaple

Chequers Estate Agents welcomes you to view this spacious, characterful residence in the heart of Swimbridge. The property is believed to be several hundred years old and was originally a pair of thatched cottages. 16 Station Hill is bursting with character and enjoys stunning views from the property - particularly the garden - into the valley below.

The accommodation briefly comprises: welcoming entrance hallway with cosy living room to your right with working multi fuel wood burner. From the hallway there is also a large kitchen / diner which is the perfect space to spend with family and friends. To the ground floor is also a handy utility room. To the first floor are four bedrooms and a modern family bathroom. To the front of the property are raised flower beds and pathway to the front door. Parking for 16 Station Hill is on road and there is a side access gate which has steps leading up to the terraced rear garden.

SITUATION
You will find Station Hill on the semi-rural outskirts of the village of Swimbridge, occupying an elevated site enjoying the fine views into the valley below and over the village itself. The centre of this pretty and timeless village is within walking distance and offers a range of amenities including pub/restaurant, village hall, playing field, church and regular bus routes to Barnstaple and Exeter. There are countryside walks close by and the local school currently has an Outstanding Ofsted rating. This is an ideal location for those seeking a village lifestyle and active community yet within easy access of Landkey Village about 2 miles and the regional centre of Barnstaple approx 4 miles away, offering the area's main business, commercial, leisure and shopping venues and well as North Devon District Hospital. Situated in the valley of the River Taw, Barnstaple is surrounded by beautiful countryside and has a variety of great shops, supermarkets, restaurants, schools and pubs. As well as those all important recreation facilities including a leisure centre, cinema, a bustling market and banking facilities. The A361 North Devon Link Road provides convenient access to the M5 Motorway and further sandy beaches such as Saunton, Woolacombe and Croyde are within easy reach.

ENTRANCE HALLWAY
A welcoming entrance hallway with stairs to first floor landing. Useful understairs storage and cupboard space. Radiator, laminate flooring. PVC double glazed opaque window to front elevation.

SITTING ROOM
A cosy living room with PVC double glazed window to front elevation. Working multi fuel wood burner making a lovely focal point to this room, radiator, fitted carpet.

KITCHEN
An attractively fitted kitchen with ample cupboard space. Further matching wall cabinets and drawers. Inset stainless steel sink set into work surface with cupboard space below. Space and plumbing for dishwasher and space for gas cooker and upright fridge / freezer. Vinyl flooring, PVC double glazed widow to front elevation.

DINING ROOM
PVC double glazed window to front elevation with glorious views towards Swimbridge and the church beyond. Working wood burner making a lovely feature to this dining space, 2 radiators, fitted carpet.

UTILITY ROOM
A useful utility room with space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Wooden glazed door to the garden.

WORKSHOP
Light and power connected. Wall mounted boiler supplying the central heating system. Step ladder to storage loft above.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Access to all the bedrooms, fitted carpet. PVC double glazed windows to rear elevation.

BEDROOM ONE
A spacious double bedroom with PVC double glazed window to front elevation with views towards Swimbridge and the church beyond. Fitted wardrobes, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM TWO
A spacious double bedroom with PVC double glazed window to front elevation with views towards Swimbridge and the church beyond. Access to the loft space, fitted wardrobes, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM THREE
PVC double glazed window to the front elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.

BEDROOM FOUR
PVC double glazed window to the front elevation, radiator, fitted carpet.

BATHROOM
A modern three piece suite comprising paneled bath in a splashback surround with shower over, WC and vanity wash hand basin with cupboards. Heated towel rail, vinyl flooring. PVC double glazed opaque window to front elevation.

OUTSIDE
To the front of the property there are raised flowerbeds and a pathway with steps that leads up to the front door. Whilst a side access gate has steps up to the rear garden. The terraced rear garden follows the hillside on four levels including a garden shed. The garden is bounded by hedging and from the top the views are breathtaking.

SERVICES
SERVICES
All mains services, gas fired central heating.

DIRECTIONS
As you enter Swimbridge from Barnstaple direction continue to the village centre, just after the village hall on the right bear left into Station Hill. Continue up the hill and the property is about half way up on the left hand side, with a for sale board clearly displayed.

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Viewing strictly via the Agent, please call our office on 01271 379 314.

NOTE
For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. Some photographs may have been taken using a wide angle lens. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings. If there are important matters which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property.