1 The Acorns is one of two, non-estate properties, built by a renowned local developer in a generous plot on the way into Uffculme. The house offers spacious and well-appointed accommodation, ideal for a growing family wishing to make the most of the village amenities, notably the schools, and the convenience of easy commuting via local bus services, the nearby motorway junction and Tiverton Parkway Station.
The generous living space is a prime feature with a large, open-plan kitchen/dining room with space for a desk to one side for home working. The kitchen is fitted with Shaker style, oak units providing plenty of storage and extensive granite work surface, including a peninsula unit and separate dining bar for two people. Integral appliances include a double oven, four-ring gas hob, with extractor hood over, and fridge. The dining area of the room leads though glazed doors to the conservatory, enjoying a sunny aspect and providing a relaxing sitting room overlooking the established garden. Beyond the kitchen, there is the utility room which has more storage, a sink unit and space and plumbing for the usual appliances. Doors give useful access to the double garage and rear garden and beside the back door is the cloakroom.
On entering the house, the large sitting room lies to the right, with a feature fireplace housing a gas fire. Upstairs, there are four bedrooms, two doubles and two large singles, and a family bath/shower room, with white suite. The principal bedroom has an en suite shower room with vanity unit.
1 The Acorns shares a gravel entrance drive with 2 The Acorns to the right, and this gives access to its own gravel forecourt, parking and double garage. Path to the left leads to the rear garden, with a walled patio adjoining the house, giving way to established lawn, enclosed with fencing and part hedge borders. The rear garden enjoys a sunny, southerly aspect, ideal for summer barbecues and family to enjoy playing in the sunshine.
Services: Mains electricity, gas, water, and drainage.
Council Tax: Band E
Local Authority: Mid Devon District Council.
Tenure: Freehold.
Agent's note: the house is offered for sale with no onward chain and all items of furniture or white goods may also be purchased under separate negotiation.
The house lies a short stroll from the popular village of Uffculme, which has a good range of local amenities including a primary school and the renowned, Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' secondary school, Uffculme School. There is a local pub, 'The Ostler', a Nisa mini-market with post office, doctors' surgery, cafe and veterinary practice. The Magelake Hall and playing fields are popular with families and there is a lovely walk along the River Culm from Coldharbour Mill to Bridge Street or beyond to Culmstock, for the more energetic.
Regular bus services run through the village and the market towns of Tiverton and Cullompton are a short drive away. Exeter, Taunton and Tiverton Parkway Station are all within easy reach via the motorway and make this a very convenient location for commuting.
Junction 27 of M5 c. 2 miles
Cullompton and Junction 28 of M5 c. 5 miles Exeter c. 17 miles
Taunton c. 20 miles
Tiverton c. 8 miles
Tiverton Parkway Station c. 2.5 miles
Please see the floor plan for the dimensions. The internal photos have been taken with a wide-angle lens to show more of the rooms.