Downside, Meldon, Okehampton, Devon, EX20

SITUATION AND DESCRIPTION This fine and rare property is situated on the very edge of the Dartmoor National Park, within a few hundred metres of the beautiful Meldon Reservoir. The property not only enjoys the benefit of being on the doorstep of Dartmoor, but also has stunning views Dartmoor and especially of Yes Tor and High Willhays. Meldon is a pretty, small rural hamlet, approximately 3 miles west of Okehampton and enjoys direct access to the Dartmoor National Park, the nearby local beauty spot of Meldon Reservoir and the well acclaimed Granite Way cycle track. It also offers convenient access to the A30 dual carriageway. Okehampton is situated on the northern edge of Dartmoor National Park. It is approximately 30 miles from both the north and south Devon coasts and offers excellent access to the A30/M5 road network. There is an hourly train service to Exeter, with connections to national destinations from Exeter St. Davids. Nearby are superb local beauty spots where one may enjoy walking, riding and fishing. The shopping area contains a bank and supermarkets, including Waitrose, as well as many interesting locally owned shops. Primary and secondary education is well catered for in local schools. The recreation ground and park contains, amongst other things, a covered heated swimming pool. Most sports are available including 18-hole golf course, squash courts, indoor rifle range and thriving rugby and soccer clubs. The cathedral city of Exeter lies 22 miles to the East with an abundance of high street stores and the region's main airport. A wonderful opportunity to purchase a well-known property, which has not been offered for sale for many years. The property was formerly a railway workers cottage, which was built in 1861, and substantially extended in later years. Th accommodation, which is in need of a good degree of refurbishment, comprises of entrance porch; hallway, with stairs rising to the first floor; a spacious sitting room, with stone-built fireplace and open grate; a dual aspect kitchen/dining room, with a door to rear. To the first floor is a light spacious landing, with a patio door, opening to a balcony, where one can sit and enjoy the breathtaking views of Dartmoor. There are three good sized bedrooms, with the main bedroom enjoying the same stunning views as those from the balcony. There is also additional small study/ storeroom and a family bathroom. The property has full double glazing to all windows and there is electric heating, via night storage heathers. Moving to the outside, at the rear of the property is a sizeable integral double garage, which has been used as a stable, therefore giving the option of both. Being an integral garage, it also gives the option of being converted into further accommodation, if so desired and subject to any necessary planning consents being approved. Also, at the rear of the property, are doubles gates leading in from the lane, giving access to a driveway for off road parking for several vehicles. The garden offers a good deal of privacy and is generally level and of a westerly orientation. The whole plot measures 0.16 of an acre. We are delighted to be appointed as sole agents for the sale of this unique property, which is offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN. AGENTS NOTE The property is being sold via Informal Tender (sealed bids) and the closing date for bids is Friday 28th February 2025, at 12 noon. Further information on how to make a bid is available on request. SERVICES Private water via a well, private drainage via a septic tank, mains electricity with the option of switching to a generator. OUTGOINGS The property is in Band E for Council Tax purposes (West Devon Borough Council) VIEWINGS Viewings will be carried out in block viewings sessions at times and dates to be finalised. To make a viewing please contact us on 01837 52371 or email us at [email protected] DIRECTIONS For SAT NAV please use the property postcode EX20 4LU For What3Words, please use ///havens.comet.squashes From the centre of Okehampton, leave the town in a westerly direction, via New Road. Continue for approximately two miles, reaching the turning right to join the A30 dual carriageway. DO NOT join the A30 dual carriageway, continue straight on to the Meldon village. Proceed under the railway bridge and then turn immediately left, signposted to Meldon Reservoir. The property will then be found immediately on your left-hand side.