* SOLD BY HARRISON LAVERS & POTBURYS * Situated in one of Sidmouth's prime locations and set in approximately three quarters of an acre, a most attractive and substantial five bedroom detached house.

SUMMARY
Old Orchard occupies a stunning position in one of Sidmouth's most favoured and sought after residential areas with the town centre and seafront being within walking distance. The property was constructed in the early 1900's and designed by the renowned local architect R W Samson who was responsible for many of Sidmouth's fine homes. Set in beautiful grounds, the house occupies a slightly elevated position and enjoys a lovely outlook over the gardens towards Bickwell Valley and from the upper floors there is a view to the sea. The town centre and esplanade offer an excellent range of facilities and scenic walks can be found nearby towards Muttermoor.The house enjoys an east west aspect and is built to a pleasing design. Improvements and modernisation are now required however the house retains many of its original Sampson features. Gas Central Heating is installed. An entrance porch and substantial front door gives access to the spacious reception hall which has oak parquet flooring, an attractive staircase rising to the upper floors and there is a useful cloaks/WC off. Two ground floor reception rooms comprise a spacious triple aspect sitting room which has French doors to the garden, an attractive fireplace with timber surround along with a glazed door into a uPVC double glazed conservatory. This enjoys a lovely westerly aspect with French doors giving access to an extensive outside patio/ terrace. A separate dining room enjoys a westerly aspect with feature fireplace and storage cupboard and the kitchen enjoys a dual aspect, having a good range of storage cupboards along with worksurfaces and a fitted Rayburn. Appliances comprise a freestanding dishwasher, fridge and gas cooker. A walk-in pantry offers further storage and there is access into a large utility/boot room with double glazed windows, access to the garden along with a walk-in store and boiler room which houses the gas fired boiler and hot water cylinder. The attractive turning staircase has a feature east facing window overlooking the front gardens and has a fitted stairlift to the first floor. Off the first-floor landing are three double bedrooms, the master bedroom enjoying a lovely southerly aspect with a view to the sea and the two further bedrooms enjoy a westerly aspect. The master bedroom has two walk-in storage cupboards/wardrobes and there is an en suite shower room comprising a large walk-in shower, WC and wash basin with vanity cupboards below. The is also a family bathroom and separate WC to this floor.On the second floor there is a further landing/study area and a large walk-in storage room along with two further double bedrooms, one enjoying a lovely view to the sea.

OUTSIDE
The grounds are a real feature of the property, extending to approximately three quarters of an acre and enjoy a south, east and westerly aspect offering lots of privacy and interest. There are large sweeps of lawn with mature shrubs, and trees and formal flower beds adding lots of colour. Adjoining the rear elevation and enjoying a westerly aspect is an extensive paved terrace which takes full advantage of the aspect.A gravelled driveway runs through the gardens and opens up to a good size turning and parking area where there is a detached timber garage and adjoining store which measure 4m x 5.2m plus 2.5m x 4.8m.

LOCATION
Old Orchard occupies a stunning position in one of Sidmouth's most favoured and sought after residential areas with the town centre and seafront being within walking distance. The property was constructed in the early 1900's and designed by the renowned local architect R W Samson who was responsible for many of Sidmouth's fine homes. Set in beautiful grounds, the house occupies a slightly elevated position and enjoys a lovely outlook over the gardens towards Bickwell Valley and from the upper floors there is a view to the sea. The town centre and esplanade offer an excellent range of facilities and scenic walks can be found nearby towards Muttermoor.

OUTGOINGS
We are advised by East Devon District Council that the council tax band is G.

EPC: F

POSSESSION Vacant possession on completion

REF: DHS02140

DIRECTIONS
From the top of the High Street turn left into All Saints Road continuing to the mini roundabout opposite the Woodland Hotel. Turn left and immediately right into Cotmaton Road continuing to the cross roads and turn right into Bickwell Valley. Continue passing Boughmore Road on the left and the house will be seen a little way along on the left.

VIEWING Strictly by appointment with the agents.

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Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold