Filham, Ivybridge

DESCRIPTION

Luscombe Maye is delighted to bring to market Merrifield, a four-bedroom detached bungalow sitting in approximately a 1/3rd of an acre plot, which is located one-mile from Fore Street in Ivybridge, with all its shops and amenities. The property is on the market for the first time in nearly 30 years and is being offered for sale by Formal Tender (see Method of Sale below) with no forward chain.

A spacious entrance hall has plenty of space for storing shoes, coats and wellington boots. The main reception areas comprise of a dual aspect lounge with fireplace and patio doors and there is a separate dining room with conservatory which overlooks the garden of the home. A recently fitted kitchen enjoys a range of matching wall and floor-mounted units, with an integrated fridge-freezer, double oven, hob and dishwasher. There is ample space in this room for a dining table, or for the addition of a kitchen-island. A separate utility room provides space for the washing machine and tumble dryer and is fitted with a sink. There is a WC off the entrance hall and also a rear porch which offers further storage space off the kitchen.
There are two double bedrooms on the ground floor of the property as well as the family shower room, making the home ideal for those who desire living all on one level.
Stairs ascend to the first floor landing which provides access to two further double bedrooms, both of which are double in size and benefit from under eaves storage and sky lights, allowing the natural light to pour in. There is also a bathroom on this floor.

Outside the property benefits from having off-road parking for several vehicles and there is a garage with an up and over door. Much of the outside area to the front of the property is covered with mature shrubs and trees, with the main garden being at the rear of the home, which is fairly level and primarily laid to lawn. The home currently enjoys views to the nearby countryside.

METHOD OF SALE

Merrifield is being offered for sale by Formal Tender (unless sold prior) and the legal pack is in the process of being prepared by the sellers solicitor. If you would like a legal pack, please apply to the sellers solicitors (see details below).

Tender forms are available from the agents and these must be submitted to 6 Fore Street, South Brent TQ10 9BQ in an envelope clearly marked ‘Merrifield tender’. The closing date for tenders will be announced in due course.

Buyers who wish to submit a tender will be required to sign a legal contract, available from the solicitor acting for the seller (see Legal Pack below) and provide a deposit of 10% of their offer price, as their tender.

The successful purchaser will be liable to pay the sum of £1,500 + VAT as an administration fee in addition to their tender.

If either of these two component parts are not submitted, their tender risks being declined.

A tender which is accepted by the seller will be treated as a binding contract and immediately constitute an exchange of contracts. Legal completion and payment of the balance of the purchase price will follow approximately 28 days later, or in the time frame as set out in the legal pack.

The seller does not undertake to accept the highest or any of the offers and the seller reserves the right to withdraw, alter or amend the way in which the land is offered for sale.

LEGAL PACK

A copy of the legal pack may be requested from the seller's solicitor Mr Nigel Ayre of Crosse-Wyatt 7 East Street, South Molton, EX36 3BX

AGENTS NOTE

It is anticipated that the land to the rear of the property may be developed in the future for residential purposes.
TENURE

The property is being offered on a freehold basis with vacant possession being available on legal completion.

SERVICES

Mains water, electricity and gas are connected to the property. There is private drainage to a septic tank used only by this property. The property has gas central heating. Interested parties are advised to seek their own advice on the type of broadband connection available.

CONSTRUCTION

The property is understood to be of standard construction.

PARKING

Driveway parking and a garage.

LOCAL AUTHORITY & COUNCIL TAX

South Hams District Council, Follaton House, Plymouth Road, Totnes TQ9 5NE.

The property is in Band E.

LETTINGS

Luscombe Maye also offers an Award Winning Lettings service. If you are considering Letting your own property, or a buy to let purchase, please inform us and we can put you in contact with the Lettings team who would be delighted to discuss our range of bespoke services with you.

VIEWINGS

Strictly by appointment with Luscombe Maye, South Brent.

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IVYBRIDGE

The property is located in Ivybridge, which has an excellent range of shopping and business facilities, as well as 'Good' Offsted rated schools both Primary and Secondary and has been described as the "Gateway to Southern Dartmoor'. Plymouth is approximately a 20-minute drive away and Exeter within a 30-minute drive approximately. There are bus stops close by plus Ivybridge Railway Station has regular trains for London, Paddington.