Ashcombe Stoodleigh, Devon Ashcombe, A traditional farmhouse affording enormous potential for general improvement and possible enlargement, occupying an idyllic and private setting on the edge of the Exe Stoodleigh, Tiverton, Devon Valley with far reaching views. EX16 9QA For Sale by Public Auction (unless previously sold) Guide price £425,000 Stoodleigh 1.25 miles; Bampton 3 miles Tiverton 6 miles; M5 (J27) & Tiverton Parkway 11 miles; (all distances are approximate) DESCRIPTION property is complimented by an adjoining countryside which lies to the west of the well as the noted public school of The sale of Ashcombe presents range of traditional outbuildings with Exe Valley. It enjoys far reaching northerly Blundells. From here access is also readily prospective purchasers with the alternative potential. Both the house and views across adjoining and unspoiled available via the dual carriageway section increasingly rare opportunity of acquiring a buildings occupy a central position within countryside and although it is a rural of the A361 (T) eastwards to the M5 (j27) traditional farmstead which is now in need the surrounding pasture land with the location, the property is by no means and with mainline intercity rail connections of general improvement and property extending in total to about 3.39 isolated. The village of Stoodleigh lies available adjacent to this junction at modernisation. It occupies an idyllic and acres. about 1.25 miles to the south, although the Tiverton Parkway. The property lies secluded position, set within its small town of Bampton is the closest main approximately equidistance between the surrounding pasture land and approached The property is now offered for sale on the settlement, lying about 3 miles to the north county and regional centres of both over its own private entrance drive. As well open market for the first time in nearly 50 east. This popular centre affords an Taunton and Exeter. Dulverton and the as requiring modernisation, the potential years by public auction (unless previously excellent range of day to day facilities, as Exmoor National Park lie a short distance also exists, subject to consent for further sold). well as primary healthcare and schooling. to the north of the property. enlargement and this combination provides Tiverton lies to the south, approached the perfect opportunity to create a highly SITUATION through the Exe Valley via the A396 and VIEWING individual and attractive family home in this The property occupies a private position affords more extensive commercial, Strictly by appointment only with the unique setting. The versatility of the within the gently undulating band of educational and recreational facilities as auctioneers Greenslade Taylor Hunt These particulars are intended only as a guide and must not be relied upon as statements of fact. Your attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of text. Telephone 01884 243000 larder cupboard. Door to: E-mail [email protected] The Ground Floor Conservatory with further door to rear. The property is approached over a private Adjoining utility room with plumbing for tarmacadam entrance drive through THE PROPERTY Entrance lobby with glazed door to: washing machine. adjoining farmland before descending to A traditional detached cottage, constructed Entrance hall with quarry tiled floor and Ashcombe which occupies a sheltered of what are believed to be part stone and stairs to first floor. Exposed ceiling joists. The First Floor position within its surrounding pasture part cob elevations; externally rendered Sitting room with original inglenook type land. The drive terminates in a large and colour washed beneath a fibre cement fireplace now with inset brick hearth with Landing with enclosed airing cupboard. turning and parking area situated to the slate roof. Although now in need of general wood burning stove. Exposed beam. Bedroom 1 a dual aspect room with large side of the dwelling and adjacent to the improvement, the potential exists together Adjoining wall recess and further alcove. chimney breast. Enclosed cupboard. buildings. To the south of the house steps with possible enlargement (subject to Window seat. Bedroom 2. lead up to a terraced garden, stocked with planning) to create an exceptionally Dining room a dual aspect room with Bedroom 3. various flower, shrub and herbaceous attractive and highly individual family home exposed ceiling joists. Oil fired Rayburn Bathroom with low level WC and panel borders and providing a diversity of colour in this unique setting. Royal for cooking and domestic hot water. bath with electric shower unit over. Wash throughout the growing season. Attached Kitchen with stainless steel double drainer basin. Part tiled walls and enclosed wall to the house and forming the lower side of The existing accommodation comprises: - sink unit with cupboard under. Under stairs cupboard. the courtyard is a single storey rendered and fibre cement slate roofed range comprising of WC and adjoining log store with further adjoining store. Block and corrugated fibre cement roofed range of three stables and adjoining store. Stone, part cob and rendered traditional barn beneath a GI roof and comprising of former shippens with stalls for five with further adjoining loose house. Adjoining to the rear are two block and mono pitch profile steel roofed stables. To the rear of the main range of buildings is a lean-to range of block and corrugated fibre cement roofed outbuildings providing general storage and further garage. THE LAND The house and buildings occupy a central position within the land, which consists predominantly of gently sloping and productive permanent pasture. The potential exists to create attractive formal gardens to compliment the property, as well as providing additional land for general equestrian and small holding purposes. In total, the property extends to about 3.39 acres, as edged red on the site plan. TENURE AND POSSESION The property is of freehold tenure with vacant possession of all parts available on completion of the purchase which will take place 28 days from the date of sale. FIXTURES AND FITTINGS All fixtures and fittings unless specifically referred to within these particulars of sale are otherwise excluded from the sale of the freehold and will be removed by the vendors prior to completion. OUTGOINGS These are believed to comprise solely of Local Council Tax in respect of the dwelling, together with the usual service and environmental charges. SERVICES Private water supply. Drainage to private system and mains electricity. LEGAL PACK The auction pack containing the contract and special conditions of sale together with all supporting documentation is currently in the process of preparation and copies will be available for circulation to interested parties upon request to the Vendor’s solicitors, subject to a copying and postage charge. These documents will not be read at the time of the sale and prospective purchasers will be deemed to have bid for the property in the full knowledge of their contents and shall not raise any requisition or objection whatsoever, thereafter. SOLICITORS Hole and Pugsley, 6 St Peter Street, Tiverton, Devon EX16 6NX. Tel:(01884) 252827. ADMINISTRATION FEE The successful purchaser(s) will be liable to pay a buyers administration fee of £300 (inclusive of VAT) to the selling agent at the time of signing of the contract. METHOD OF SALE The property will be offered for sale by Public Auction (unless previously sold). Details of the date and venue of the auction are contained within the accompanying letter. RESERVE The property will be offered for sale subject to an undisclosed reserve and the vendors reserve the right through their agents to bid up to and including the reserve price. A reserve price is the sellers minimum acceptable price and the figure below which the auctioneer cannot sell. The reserve price is not disclosed and remains confidential between the seller and the auctioneer. Both LOCAL AUTHORITY DIRECTIONS the guide price and the reserve price may be subject to change up and including the day of the auction. Mid Devon District Council, Phoenix House, Phoenix Lane, From the Bolham roundabout on the A361 at Tiverton, Tiverton, Devon EX16 6PP. Tel (01884) 255255. proceed northerly on the A396 and signed to Bampton SALES PRIOR and Dulverton. After about 4 miles and on reaching the It is possible that the property may be withdrawn or sold South West Water, Peninsula House, Rydon Lane, Exeter hamlet of Cove, turn left and follow the round over the prior to the auction date. It is therefore advisable for all Devon EX2 7HR Tel:(01392) 443022. River Exe before bearing right and proceeding up the hill interested parties to register their interest prior to the and signed to Stoodleigh. At Packs Cross, turn left, auction date. Western Power, Osprey Road, Sowton Industrial Estate, heading towards Stoodleigh and after about 1.5 miles, the Exeter EX2 7WP Tel: (0845) 601 2989 private entrance drive to Ashcombe will be found on the right hand side and as designated by our ‘For Sale’ board. IMPORTANT NOTICE For clarification we wish to inform the prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. 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 buying the property. .