Swimbridge, Barnstaple

A tastefully modernised corner terraced cottage with garden at the centre of this favoured village. 3 Bedrooms, Sitting Room, Dining or Study Area, Kitchen/Breakfast Room. Bathroom etc. EPC Band D

Description - This corner terraced period cottage presents colour washed rendered elevations, with double glazing, beneath a slate roof. The property offers tastefully modernised and well-presented accommodation which really needs to be viewed internally to be fully appreciated. The layout of accommodation is more clearly identified upon the accompanying floorplan but comprises:

Ground Floor - Canopy PORCH and outside light, with double glazed door to ENTRANCE HALL with tiled floor, staircase rising to first floor described later. SITTING ROOM open plan with DINING/STUDY area beyond and linked by 2 way fireplace with fitted wood burning stove. Within the dining area is a large under stairs cupboard, beams and wooden floor, steps then lead down to a very spacious KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM, in a cottage cream theme with beech work surfaces incorporating stainless steel sink unit, there are ample base and wall units, built in shelving, fitted appliances include a single electric oven, four ring gas hob, there is space for fridge/freezer, plumbing for dishwasher & washing machine, wall mounted gas fired boiler for central heating and domestic hot water, tiled flooring.

First Floor - LANDING access to loft space, good sized walk in storage cupboard. BEDROOM 1 double aspect, front facing. BEDROOM 2 rear aspect. BEDROOM 3 front aspect. BATHROOM/SHOWER ROOM well fitted with excellent modern suite, incorporating rolled top bath with telephone style mixer tap/shower attachment, pedestal basin, low level w/c, fully tiled shower cubicle, heated towel rail/radiator, recessed shelving.

Outside - Parking is in the road, there is a small STORAGE SHED a few steps away, ideal for accommodating the dustbin. At the end of a nearby pathway is the garden which is fully enclosed and secluded, partly walled, fenced and hedged, there are areas of terrace and lawn, well stocked beds and borders. There is a DETACHED BUILDING presenting rendered elevations beneath a slate roof, in 2 sections, with power and light connected. Section 1 is a workshop 12'6 x 8'7, section 2 a tool store 9' x 4'10.

Services - Electric - Mains connected
Drainage - Mains connected
Water - Mains connected
Gas - Mains connected
Heating - Gas fired central heating and wood burner
Ofcom predicted broadband services - Superfast: Download 80 Mbps, Upload 20 Mbps.
Ofcom predicted mobile coverage for voice and data: EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone.
Local Authority: Council tax band C

Situation - The property is situated close to the heart of the pretty and timeless village of Swimbridge, which offers a good range of amenities including pub, school, playing field, church and post office. There are countryside walks close by, and the local school has a fantastic Ofsted rating. The local village hall has recently been redeveloped as part of a ½ a million pound improvement program. This is an ideal location for those seeking a village lifestyle and active community. More extensive shopping facilities are available in the next village of Landkey about 2 miles. Barnstaple, the Regional centre is about 4 miles and offers the areas main business, commercial, leisure and shopping venues. There is access via Landkey to the A361 North Devon Link Road which leads through to Junction 27 of the M5 motorway, and also to Tiverton Parkway where there is a fast service of trains to London (Paddington in just over 2 hours). The rugged North Devon coast and safe, sandy, surfing beaches of Croyde, Saunton (also with championship golf course), Putsborough and Woolacombe are all within about half an hour by car, as is Exmoor National Park.

Directions - Proceed out of Barnstaple on the A361 signposted to Landkey. Take the first right hand turn signed to Landkey and Swimbridge. Continue into the village of Swimbridge, passing the church on the left and the Jack Russell pub on the right. Just after the pub you will come to a minor cross road, turn left signposted High Street and Watergate and Number 1 Chapel Court will be seen immediately ahead of you to the right.

Lettings - The property is available to let, unfurnished, long term on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for 6/12 months plus and is available IMMEDIATELY. RENT: £1,000.00 PCM exclusive of all other charges. One pet may be considered by negotiation. Where the agreed let permits pets the RENT will be £1,025. DEPOSIT: £1,153 returnable at end of tenancy subject to any deductions (all deposits for a property let through Stags are held on their Client Account and administered in accordance with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme and Dispute Service). No sharers or smokers. A minimum annual gross household income of £30,000.00 is required to be considered. References required, viewings strictly through the agents.

Tenant Fees & Holding Deposit - This is to reserve a property. The Holding Deposit (equivalent of one weeks rent - in this case £253.00) will be withheld if any relevant person (including any guarantor(s)) withdraw from the tenancy, fail a Right-to Rent check, provide materially significant false information, or fail to sign their tenancy agreement (and / or Deed of Guarantee) within 15 calendar days (or other Deadline for Agreement as mutually agreed in writing). For full details of all permitted Tenant Fees payable when renting a property through Stags please refer to the Scale of Tenant Fees available on Stags website, office or on request. For further clarification before arranging a viewing please contact the lettings office dealing with the property.

Tenant Protection - Stags is a member of the RICS Client Money Protection Scheme and also a member of The Property Redress Scheme. In addition, Stags is a member of ARLA Propertymark, RICS and Tenancy Deposit Scheme.