For Sale4 Bedroom House in Chittlehampton, Umberleigh, Devon£495,000

DUAL OCCUPANCY POTENTIAL. Being offered on the open market with no onward chain is this enchanting four bedroom Grade II listed thatched cottage, exuding charm and character, nestled within a picturesque rural area between South Molton and Barnstaple. Enjoying grounds of approximately 1 acre, the cottage has undergone significant updates and is conveniently located just minutes from Chittlehampton village. Recently re-thatched in May 2023, this delightful home offers versatile living arrangements, making it ideal for dual occupancy. On the ground floor, you'll find a double bedroom with adjacent shower facilities, along with a utility room that could serve as a secondary kitchen. Step inside through the rear garden entrance into an inviting hallway with stairs leading to the first floor. To the right, a warm living room welcomes you with parquet flooring, ample space for furniture, and a woodburning stove nestled in an Inglenook fireplace. The adjacent dining room is perfect for gatherings, featuring another Inglenook fireplace with an ornamental fireplace and bread oven. It opens into a modernized kitchen boasting country-style cabinetry, a rangemaster oven and a charming butler sink. Completing the ground floor layout is a rear porch for coats and shoes, leading to an inner hallway providing access to the ground floor bedroom, shower room, and utility room. Upstairs, discover three additional bedrooms, including a spacious master bedroom with a contemporary en-suite shower room. A family bathroom offers a convenient layout with essential fixtures. Outside, a south-facing landscaped garden awaits, featuring brick-built raised beds, a lawn, and a sizeable patio area with a hot tub. Additional amenities include a garden shed and off-road parking for two vehicles. Across a quiet, country lane, you will find a vast garden spanning approximately one acre. The garden is complete with productive allotments, sheds, workshops and garages. The expansive lawn could accommodate livestock or be utilised for camping or glamping adventures, subject to approval. Noteworthy extras offered by the vendors include a hot tub, ride-on mower, and premium gardening equipment. Embrace the countryside lifestyle in this lovingly maintained cottage with ample space for leisure and outdoor pursuits. N.B: The property possesses private drainage, which has not been surveyed to confirm if it is compliant with modern regulations. Entrance Hall Living Room 20'10" x 15'10" (6.35m x 4.83m). Dining Room 14'3" x 11'10" (4.34m x 3.6m). Kitchen 15'4" x 8' (4.67m x 2.44m). Utility Room Bedroom 4/Study 11'8" x 9' (3.56m x 2.74m). Shower Room FIRST FLOOR Bedroom1 16'11" x 10'3" (5.16m x 3.12m). Walk in Wardrobe Ensuite Bathroom Bedroom 2 13' x 10'3" (3.96m x 3.12m). Bedroom 3 8'7" x 6'1" (2.62m x 1.85m). Bathroom COUNCIL TAX BAND    E - North Devon District Council VIEWINGS    Strictly by appointment through the sole selling agent. SERVICES    Mains electricity, water and gas. Private drainage. N.B: The property possesses private drainage, which has not been surveyed to confirm if it is compliant with modern regulations TENURE    Freehold From our office, leave the Square via Barnstaple street and take the first left into West Street (B3227) signed Umberleigh. Stay on this road for approximately 5 miles and turn right at Home down Cross signed Chittlehampton. On entering the Village go straight across at Townsend Cross signed Cobbaton/Stowford. After about 1.5 miles turn right signed Stowford, where "Manse Cottage" will be found after a short distance on your right hand side. What3words: ///witless.times.observes