Drummetts

Position! Position! Position! - A substantial detached character residence of period origin, offering characterful and spacious accommodation, together with outbuildings and 1.08 acres all in timeless and tranquil semi rural surroundings with breath taking sea views in the sought after coastal village within walking distance of the beach and pub. Porch, Double through Sitting Room/Library, Dining Room, Kitchen with Rayburn, Utility Room, Shower/Cloakroom, Landing, Study/Occasional Bedroom, Reading Room, 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms over two upper floors. Detached garage, additional parking, derelict stone outhouse with potential. Mature garden of and adjoining field. No upward chain. Freehold. EPC Band G. Council Tax Band F.

Situation And Amenities - Lee is a small coastal village, quietly tucked away in a deep combe, on the dramatic North Devon Coastline, often referred to as 'Fuschia Valley' due to its maritime but sheltered climate. Lee and nearby Lincombe account for just over 100 properties and boast a church, village hall and The Grampus public house which also serves food. The beach and bay itself is within a healthy walk and a multitude of splendid contrasting local walks stem from the village, most are well signposted and vary in type and length. The bustling village of Woolacombe, with its 3 mile long sandy beach, is a short drive. Further afield Croyde Bay, Putsborough and Saunton Sands (also with championship golf course) are all ideal for surfing and bathing. Exmoor is also easily accessible with its beautiful rugged coastline and dramatic scenery, open moorland and wooded valleys. Barnstaple, North Devon's Regional Centre is within half an hour by car, and provides a comprehensive range of business and leisure facilities. From the town there is direct access on to the A361 North Devon Link Road, providing easy access to Tiverton Parkway Railhead (London, Paddington 2 hours) and beyond to the M5 Motorway. The nearest town is at Ilfracombe about 3 miles away. There are local state schools and the renowned West Buckland private school with local pick up points. Both Exeter and Bristol International Airports are within 2 hours drive.

Services - Mains electricity and water, oil fired Rayburn heats the water, radiators and can be used for cooking. Private drainage

Directions - At the Mullacott Cross roundabout, take the Woolacombe/Mortehoe turning, after approximately 1 1/2 miles, look out for a fairly inconspicuous turning to the right where there is a sign for Lee/Lincombe. Continue down this lane and at the next junction turn left towards Lee Village. Proceed in to the village passing the church on your left and on as if heading for the beach. Shortly before the beach, opposite the former Lee Bay Hotel, bear right up a steep hill (which is part of Home Lane but which is not signed) continue up the hill and the property will be found after about 1/3 of a mile on the right hand side. If you notice the other end of Home Lane before reaching the sea front, continue to the top of this section and bear left down the hill and the property is the last on the left. The lane is rather narrow.

Description - Drummetts stands 34 meters above sea level, off a timeless country lane and from its elevated position enjoys simply stunning and unsurpassed views down to the bay itself and over the Bristol channel. The area is designated to be one of outstanding natural beauty and tranquillity and it is perhaps a refreshing change to find such a spot, that has, as yet, remained untouched by the hand of time. There are few opportunities to purchase such a fine period property with potential to develop further, which also offers land and sea views all in unspoilt surroundings, yet a short drive from North Devon’s famous contrasting surfing beaches. The house, which perhaps remarkably is not listed, is reputed to date originally from around 1780 and presents painted rendered elevations, beneath a slate roof. The accommodation exudes character, there are many original features in evidence, the rooms are of a generous size and there is versatility in terms of potential layout/use of rooms. There is also scope for a discerning buyer to ‘stamp their mark’ and create a special home. Alternatively, the property would make a fabulous holiday let with potential to achieve a very healthy income. [Illustrations can be sought in this particular regard] There is a dilapidated single storey stone outbuilding with potential to reinstate, subject to planning permission, with possible uses such as annexe/holiday let/studio/office/leisure room etc. Mature gardens surround the property, there is an orchard and paddock ideal for grazing and which protects the outlook. Drummetts is a property often sought, but seldom found. We expect keen interest and advise an early inspection in order to avoid disappointment.

Ground Floor - Pair of half glazed doors to ENTRANCE PORCH half glazed inner door to SITTING ROOM/LIBRARY a really welcoming triple aspect room arranged in two distinct zones with stone flooring throughout and shallow step between the sitting and library areas. From the SITTING ROOM a casement window allows wonderful sea views, there is a window seat to enjoy them, a fine open period fireplace features a 3D sea bird on the wall above. There is a bookcase to the right of this and step to the LIBRARY ZONE where there is a fitted bookcase, French doors to terrace, further bookcase and storage cupboards. An INNER LOBBY leads on to the KITCHEN/DINING ROOM once again in two distinct zones with slate flooring throughout. Within the DINING AREA is an open period fireplace, similar casement window to the sitting room allowing fine sea views. There are two wall light points and an attractive archway to the KITCHEN in a rustic country theme with single drainer stainless steel sink unit adjoining wooden drainer and work surfaces/breakfast bar, painted wooden cupboards with porcelain handles, integrated Bosch dishwasher, curved fronted cupboard with inset AEG electric hob. Further work surfaces, cupboards under and glass fronted units above, oil fired Rayburn, shelving to one side, cupboard under stairs doubling up as wine cellar. INNER LOBBY. SHOWER ROOM with tiled cubicle, wash hand basin, low level WC. UTILITY ROOM single drainer stainless steel sink, cupboards and appliance space under, wall shelving, range of built in cupboards, space for upright fridge/freezer, half glazed door to garden.

First Floor - LANDING with SMALL READING ROOM/STUDY off. MAIN LANDING/STUDY/SITTING ROOM/OCCASIONAL BEDROOM once again with a casement window allowing fine sea views, fitted desk unit, drawers beneath, pair of book cases above, further pair of book cases each with cupboards below, central space for bed/settee, cupboard under stairs. BEDROOM 1 with double aspect views, stripped wood flooring, built in wardrobe, ENSUITE (which is also Jack and Jill with the landing) wood panelled bath, hand held telephone style mixer tap/shower attachment, marble splashback, wash hand basin with marble work surface to one side, cupboards beneath, low level WC. BEDROOM 2 fine sea views, pedestal wash basin, stripped wood flooring. BEDROOM 3 double aspect, concealed peephole porthole window to enjoy the sea views. FAMILY BATHROOM with wood panelled bath and surround, low level WC, Bidet, pedestal wash basin, airing cupboard, pre-lagged cylinder.

Second Floor - OPEN PLAN BEDROOM 5 currently arranged as a further study/sitting room with stripped wood flooring, the best sea view in the house is enjoyed from the casement window. BEDROOM 5 once again with sea views, painted wooden flooring.

Outside - The property abuts the lane and immediately to the rear of it is the aforementioned single storey dilapidated outbuilding. To the front of the house there is an attractive STONE WALLED GARDEN where a further stone wall divides a LOWER TERRACE from which there are fine sea views. At the side of the house there is an UPPER TERRACE also with good sea views and above this a further area of garden and ORCHARD.
Drummetts is south facing and the paddock immediately in front of it goes with the property and has a gated access on to the lane, this gently slopes and is laid to permanent pasture.



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