5 Bed Detached House, Refurb/BRRR, Budleigh Salterton, EX9 6BZ £1,150,000

'Four Winds' is a substantial and attractive detached house affording mature gardens of about half an acre. Situated on the south side of Northview Road, a renowned and highly sought after address, the property enjoys a quiet and extremely private location that is just a short walk from East Devon Golf Club and the south west coastal path. 'Four Winds' is set well back from the road and benefits from a slightly elevated position affording fine countryside views over the Knowle Valley and a southerly aspect towards the sea. The accommodation is spacious and light due a number of double aspects, however it is in need of updating. The property offers superb potential to improve and extend, subject to the necessary planning consents being obtained. Many precedents have already been set in the immediate local area. Specification: Ground Floor- * Hall * Reception Hall * Sitting Room * Dining Room * Bedroom 5 / Office * Conservatory * Kitchen/breakfast room * Utility * Cloakroom First Floor- * Landing * Principal Bedroom with en suite bath room * Three further bedrooms * Family bathroom Garden and Grounds: At the front of the property, the tarmac driveway provides plenty of parking space and access to the detached garage. The gardens are mostly to the sides and rear, taking advantage of the south facing aspect and welcoming plenty of sunlight throughout the day. They include an area of lawn and borders of established shrubs and hedgerows, as well as paved seating areas to the rear and side. Services: All main services are connected. Local Authority: East Devon District Council Council Tax: Band G EPC Rating: E Tenure: Freehold Situation: The property lies in a sought-after and peaceful position just half a mile from the centre of Budleigh Salterton and its beach. This regency seaside town offers a wealth of amenities, from independent shops on the high street to its flowing brook and well-known pubs and eateries. The picture postcard villages of Lympstone, Knowle Village and Topsham are within easy reach and offer more extensive amenities with the Cathedral City of Exeter less than 15 miles away. The East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is relatively unspoilt and offers a wide array of leisure activities ranging from sailing, cycling, horse riding and kite surfing in addition to the leisure clubs East Devon Golf Club, Budleigh Cricket Club, the Croquet club and the Tennis Club. The Croquet and Tennis Clubs where bowls and bridge are also played. The stunning region offers a choice of walking and cycling routes including hiking the 250-million-year-old Jurassic Coast and the mouth of the River Otter. There are multiple renowned sandy beaches nearby for the summer months. Budleigh Salterton is a World Heritage site and considered one of East Devon’s highly regarded coastal locations. Annual events in the town and surrounding villages are world famous and cover its varied history in literary and music festivals. The rural location belies its excellent transport links with several mainline train stations and convenient road links leading to the A30 and M5 and the wider motorway network with regular flights from Exeter International Airport. The area offers respected educational facilities within easy reach of the property such as the independent St. Peter’s Preparatory School. The world-renowned University of Exeter is within 15 miles of the home. Distances: Exmouth town centre 4.1 miles, Exmouth station 4.6 miles (32 minutes to Exeter St. David’s), M5 Junction 30 9.5 miles Exeter Airport 11.5 miles (1 hour to London City Airport), Exeter city centre 12.5 miles Exeter St. David’s station 13.7 miles (2 hours to London Paddington) (All distances and times are approximate)