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Forda House Forda | Nr Croyde | North Devon GUIDE £1,250,000

Forda House Forda Nr Croyde

Superb period 5 Bedroom house with 3 bathrooms and 3 large reception rooms to include stunning extension to create a garden room and a large kitchen/ dining room. Fabulous location close to beaches and countryside. 7 bed 4 bath 3 recp 8.6 acr Double garage with Wonderful gardens surroundingroom above the property, ample parking and dou ble garaging.

 SUPERB PERIOD COASTAL AREA PROPERTY  EXCELLENT FAMILY HOME  PRIVATE GATED ENTRANCE DRIVE WITH GRAVELLED DRIVE  5 BEDROOMS - MASTER BEDROOM WITH EN - SUITE AND DRESSING ROOM  LARGE RECEPTION ROOMS TO INCLUDE SITTING ROOM, DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM  WONDERFUL EXTENSION TO CREATE A STUNNING GARDEN ROOM/ CONSERVATORY  BEAUTIFUL GARDENS WITH LOVELY WATER FEATURE  DOUBLE GARAGING & GENEROUS PARKING  CONVENIENT FOR CROYDE AND GEORGEHAM  CLOSE TO BEACHES AND COUNTRYSIDE  VERY RARE OPPORTUNITY - FIRST TIME ON THE MARKET FOR 30 YEARS

Header-F12 ornamental fireplace, Wide bay window with Sometimes the opportunity to say 'once in a outlook over the garden. The current owners have lifetime' comes along; such an opportunity has now used this room as a STUDY / GAMES ROOM. arisen. For the first time in nearly 30 years KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM: The very heart FORDA HOUSE, surely one of North Devon's of this lovely home. Great for family get togethers most prominent and special houses has come to or informal supper parties. Spacious and well fitted the market. with a range of country style painted cupboards and quarry tiled floor. The accomplished cook will Situated between the highly popular coastal resort enjoy the space and flexibility the layout offers. An of Croyde and the pretty village of Georgeham is LPG Rayburn takes pride of place backed up by a the tiny hamlet of Forda, picturesque North slot-in LPG cooker with extractor over. Fitments Devon at its best. There is a timeless quality to this also include a butler sink, built-in dishwasher, built- area and Forda House encapsulates that feeling in fridge and microwave. The dining area has plenty beautifully. of space for a refectory table and double doors lead out to the parking area and garden to the The original property was a cottage believed to rear. UTILITY ROOM / PANTRY: Fitted with a have been built just before 1900. Over the years matching range of storage cupboards plus butler the house has been added to and the current sink. Plumbing for a washing machine, and space owners have taken it to the level it is today. With for tumble drier and freezer, side access door to well-conceived extensions and a gracious feeling to covered overhang porch. the interior design and presentation. 1ST FLOOR: The bedroom accommodation is The accommodation on offer includes three reached via a feature staircase from the hall and reception rooms plus the superb conservatory, leads to the landing with cupboard housing hot large kitchen / breakfast room, pantry, ground water cylinder and controls. The landing is floor cloakroom, three bedrooms (one en-suite) pleasingly light and airy mainly due to an attractive and family bathroom to first floor, two bedrooms double height window reaching up to the second and shower room to second floor. floor in the stairwell.

MAIN ENTRANCE MASTER BEDROOM SUITE: A lovely room with The house is entered via a central pitched roof great space and completely in keeping with the porch which leads into the hallway with attractive house. Again lots of natural light courtesy of two staircase off. Ground floor cloakroom with WC windows which give views over the garden. Focal and wash hand basin. SITTING ROOM: A restful point ornamental fireplace, door leading to EN- well-proportioned room with focal point functional SUITE SHOWER ROOM. Spacious and well fireplace. Wide bay window overlooking the designed the fitments include large shower cubicle garden. An ideal room for entertaining. Your pedestal basin and WC, tiled floor and electric guests can drift from the sitting Room to the heated towel rail. Door off the en suite leads to CONSERVATORY, a more recent addition the DRESSING ROOM with bespoke range of (2004/2005) and one that complements the house fitted wardrobes and storage units. beautifully. Designed to maximise natural light, with vaulted ceiling, fabulous full height and width BEDROOM 2: A double aspect room overlooking window with lovely outlook over the gardens and the garden, ornamental fireplace, again light and double doors to the side which lead out. This airy with a feeling of space. BEDROOM 3: room is Ideal for either quiet times with a book or Positioned to the rear of the house and having a chatting with friends over a glass of wine before different aspect looking towards the adjoining dinner. With slate flag floors and underfloor countryside, a very pleasant outlook. heating. DINING ROOM: Another very comfortable room with half panelled walls

Header-F12 cherished ever since they supply a truly FAMILY BATHROOM: Fitted with panelled bath, memorable golfing experience with only the most pedestal basin WC, shower cubicle, heated towel accomplished players able to tame the glorious rail and linen cupboard. wild and natural links. The East course rates within the top 25 courses in the whole of the British Isles. 2ND FLOOR The West course is in the top 60! The product of a well-conceived extension. For everyday shopping nearby Braunton (reputedly BEDROOM 4: With feature vaulted ceiling, 3 England's largest village) has an excellent range of windows with garden outlook. Useful eaves local shops and services. The village offers 3 junior storage cupboards. BEDROOM 5: Again with schools and a senior school. The regional centre of vaulted ceiling and a similar window arrangement Barnstaple is approximately 10 miles distant and with pleasant outlook. Eaves storage cupboards. offers a wider range of choice. The A361 provides SHOWER ROOM: Good size with large shower good access to both Exeter and Plymouth, Devon's cubicle, pedestal basin and WC, heated towel rail. 2 principal cities. For those needing to get to London the rail link from Tiverton gives a pleasant OUTSIDE alternative to driving. The house is approached via its own private driveway with gated entrance and sweeping drive DIRECTIONS which leads to the rear of the house and a very generous parking area. A twin garage block is From our office proceed out of Braunton in the accessed from the drive providing covered parking direction of Saunton and Croyde. Proceed along and valuable storage space ideal for bikes and surf this road and on into Croyde. After passing the boards. The garages have electric light and power Thatch Pub follow the road as it bends to the right connected. The gardens of Forda House are the signposted to Georgeham. Continue along this result of nearly 30 years of dedication by the road and out of Croyde for approximately a mile current owners and are undoubtedly one of the or so and just before the road bends up hill to the great features of the property. Subdivided into left Forda House can be found on the left hand different sections, all with their own charm and side with a Webbers Fine and Country board typifying the English country garden. Numerous clearly displayed. mature trees shrubs an flowering plants have been chosen with care and go to make a wonderful VIEWING backdrop to the house. A beautiful water garden feature which is fed by a little brook provides a Strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents. stunning contrast to the rest of the garden. A truly peaceful retreat when the sun shines. The lawns COUNCIL TAX BAND are bordered by well stocked beds which in the ‘G’ North Devon Council season provides lovely drifts of colour.

Forda House offers excellent access to both the SERVICES fantastic beaches at nearby Saunton, Croyde, Woolacombe and Putsborough. For the water Mains electricity, water and drainage. LPG for sports enthusiast this area is unsurpassed with central heating and cooking. In most rooms of the some of the best surfing conditions in Europe. If house the property has been wired for an audio the coast is not to your taste then the countryside system. on offer is some of the prettiest to be found anywhere in the U.K.

For the keen golfers, Saunton Golf Club is just a few minutes’ drive. One of the UK's most prestigious golf clubs with two magnificent links courses. Established in the late 1800's and

OPENING TIMES:

Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:30pm Saturday 9:00am – 3:30pm

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Dressing Room 10'6" (3.2m) x 6'6" (1.98m)' widening to 10'1" (3.07m)' into recess Entrance Porch Bedroom 2 15'3" x 14'5" (4.65m x 4.4m) Hall Bedroom 3 10'10" x 12'2" (3.3m x 3.7m) Cloakroom/Ground Floor W.C. Family Bathroom 8'9" (2.67m)' extending 12'7" (3.84m)' into shower x 7'6" (2.29m)' extending Sitting Room 28'8" (8.74m)' max into Bay x 12'10" (3.91m)' max Garden Room/ Conservatory 19'6" x 12' (5.94m x 3.66m) to 10'8" (3.25m)' into doorway Dining Room 20'2" (6.15m)' max into bay x 12'10" (3.91m) Second Floor Kitchen/ Breakfast Room 24'5" x 12'10" (7.44m x 3.91m) Bedroom 4 14'10" (4.52m)' max x 12'11" (3.94m) plus window recesses Rear Porch Bedroom 5 12'5" (3.78m) x 12'10" (3.91m)' plus window recesses Utility Room 9'11" x 6'5" (3.02m x 1.96m) Shower Room 11' x 5'10"' max (3.35m x 1.78m' max) First Floor Double Garaging 24'2" x 19'11" (7.37m x 6.07m) Master Bedroom 18'9" x 15'4"' max (5.72m x 4.67m' max) En Suite Shower Room 10' x 6'6" (3.05m x 1.98m)

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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.

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