Long Lane, Nr Dawlish, EX7
£599,950
Freehold
3
bedrooms
2
bathrooms
Features
- 3 double bedrooms plus generous landing used as office space
- Far-reaching views from downstairs and upstairs as well as garden
- Lounge/ diner with wood burner and patio doors to sundeck
- Separate rear lobby /boot room with adjoining snug / office/occasional bedroom
- Two luxury bathrooms
- Under 3 miles from mainline station with services to London & the Midlands
- Access to adjoining villages and rural communities
- Just 50 metres from a bridleway and with the Exe Estuary trail & cycle path nearby
- Minutes from Haldon Forest Centre, golf courses, water sports, leisure centres and lido
- Near M5, Devon Expressway, A38 and just 15 miles from Exeter Airport
With stunning countryside and sea views, Toowoomba House offers rural tranquillity, close to popular beaches. The approximate half acre plot offers an expansive garden with patio and seating area. Sitting on the fringes of Dawlish and minutes from the historic City of Exeter, this delightful home is also close to the River Exe and Haldon Forest. Parking & garage. FREEHOLD, COUNCIL TAX BAND - E, EPC - E.
A well-presented, 3/4 bedroom detached home with a spacious reception hall, leading through to a bright and airy living/dining room with feature fireplace. This generous space features patio doors that open onto a sun deck, ideal for enjoying the sweeping countryside views. The stylish kitchen/breakfast room features a striking picture window -perfect for both relaxed family living and entertaining guests. A versatile snug offers flexibility as a cosy second reception room/home office/occasional bedroom. Upstairs, there are three generously sized double bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys breath-taking vistas as does bedroom 2; bedroom 3 overlooks the front of the property There is spacious landing that is currently utilised as a home office area. Additional features include a separate rear lobby/boot room, a garage, and ample driveway parking. The expansive gardens and patio provide an abundance of space for al fresco dining and outdoor enjoyment
UPVC DOUBLE GLAZED FRONT DOOR TO
RECEPTION HALL: A welcoming and generously proportioned entrance hall providing access to the principal rooms, with stairs rising to the first floor. Radiator, power points, and useful understairs storage cupboard housing the wall-mounted LPG boiler and pressurised hot water cylinder.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: A well-appointed and contemporary kitchen, fitted with a range of wall and base units with roll-top work surfaces over. Integrated eye-level electric oven and microwave, fridge freezer, and dishwasher. Four-ring induction hob with wok zone and stainless steel extractor canopy above. Tiled splashbacks and inset one-and-a-half bowl ceramic sink with drainer.Natural light is enhanced by a uPVC double glazed window to the front and two Velux roof windows, with uPVC double doors opening onto the front patio-providing an ideal space for informal dining. Radiator.
SITTING/DINING ROOM: A spacious and versatile living area designed to make the most of the surrounding outlook, with uPVC double glazed window and patio doors opening onto rear decking. The room enjoys far-reaching countryside views and offers ample space for both relaxing and dining.Features include two column radiators (vertical and horizontal) and a multi-fuel stove set on a tiled hearth, creating a focal point. Power points, telephone point, and television aerial connection. Door and steps leading down to:
SNUG/OCCASIONAL BEDROOM: A flexible space suitable for a variety of uses including a snug, guest bedroom or home office. With two skylights, a high-level uPVC double glazed side window, radiator, and power points. Glazed sliding doors lead through to:
LOBBY/BOOT ROOM: Providing additional practical space with uPVC double glazed window to the side and double patio doors opening to the rear. Additional appliance space, and radiator.
GROUND FLOOR BATHROOM: Fully tiled and fitted with a white suite comprising concealed cistern WC, wall-mounted wash hand basin with vanity storage beneath, bidet, and panelled bath. A glazed shower and steam room enclosure with mosaic tiling adds a spa-like feature. Two obscure glazed uPVC windows to the front, heated ladder-style towel rail, and shaver socket.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING: A bright and adaptable space currently suited to home working, with uPVC double glazed windows to the front and side aspects. Radiator, power points, telephone point, and loft access hatch.
BEDROOM 1: A generously sized principal bedroom enjoying two uPVC double glazed windows to the rear with panoramic countryside views, along with an additional side window. Two radiators, power points, and full-length built-in wardrobes with mirrored doors.
BEDROOM 2: Also positioned to the rear to take advantage of similar far-reaching views. uPVC double glazed window, radiator, power points, and built-in wardrobes with mirrored doors.
BEDROOM 3: With uPVC double glazed window to the front, radiator, power points, and built-in wardrobes.
FAMILY BATHROOM: Fitted with a white suite comprising close-coupled WC, wall-mounted wash hand basin, and large jacuzzi-style bath. Tiled splashbacks, electric shaver point, radiator, and double glazed skylight window to the front.
OUTSIDE: To the front, a paved area extends from the kitchen/breakfast room with uPVC double doors. This leads past the front entrance to a driveway running along the side of the property and continuing to the rear, providing off-road parking for several vehicles.
To the rear, a patio area provides access to the utility room and to the raised decking adjoining the sitting/dining room-an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining while taking in the open views. The rear enjoys a good degree of privacy. External tap and power points are installed. LPG storage cylinders are located externally.
Steps lead down to:
REAR GARDEN. Arranged over three tiers, offering a variety of outdoor spaces. The upper level comprises a lawn adjoining a paved seating area, well suited to entertaining and enjoying the outlook.Further steps lead to:
UPPER LAWN AREA. An L-shaped section bordered by established shrubs, extending beyond the neighbouring boundary hedge to create a wider plot at this level. This area offers additional space for recreation or relaxation.
Steps continue down to:
LOWER LAWN / WILD MEADOW. Bordered by hedging and backing onto farmland, with far-reaching views. This area may be suitable for a kitchen garden or for keeping small livestock, subject to any necessary consents.
GARAGE: Single garage with folding timber door, power, and lighting. inside tap.
SERVICES: Mains water and electricity. LPG-fired central heating. Drainage via septic tank.
LOCATION: On the rural fringes of Dawlish, Toowoomba is ideally situated just 10 miles from the outskirts of Exeter, with good access to both mainline rail and road networks. The house sits between the River Exe to the East and Haldon Forest to the West and just 50 metres from the Long Lane bridleway stretching from Dawlish to near the Haldon Obelisk viewpoint. The location offers abundant scope for a range of land-based and water-based outdoor activities. It also provides ready opportunities to participate in the village communities of Mamhead, Ashcombe and Cockwood.
DIRECTIONS: From Exeter and the M5, head south on the A380 to Torquay. After approximately 9.5 miles turn left signposted to Teignmouth (B3192). At the next roundabout take the first exit signposted Ashcombe, continue on this scenic road for 3 miles. At Whetman Pinks Nursery turn left onto Long Lane, then take the next right. Continue along the lane where the property is located on the left.
Or, to avoid the long country lanes, head to Dawlish via Kenton and Starcross or from Teignmouth. From Dawlish take Old Town Street onto Weech Road, then the Ashcombe road heading out of the town. After 2 miles turn right onto Long Lane then right again where the property is located on the left.
A well-presented, 3/4 bedroom detached home with a spacious reception hall, leading through to a bright and airy living/dining room with feature fireplace. This generous space features patio doors that open onto a sun deck, ideal for enjoying the sweeping countryside views. The stylish kitchen/breakfast room features a striking picture window -perfect for both relaxed family living and entertaining guests. A versatile snug offers flexibility as a cosy second reception room/home office/occasional bedroom. Upstairs, there are three generously sized double bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys breath-taking vistas as does bedroom 2; bedroom 3 overlooks the front of the property There is spacious landing that is currently utilised as a home office area. Additional features include a separate rear lobby/boot room, a garage, and ample driveway parking. The expansive gardens and patio provide an abundance of space for al fresco dining and outdoor enjoyment
UPVC DOUBLE GLAZED FRONT DOOR TO
RECEPTION HALL: A welcoming and generously proportioned entrance hall providing access to the principal rooms, with stairs rising to the first floor. Radiator, power points, and useful understairs storage cupboard housing the wall-mounted LPG boiler and pressurised hot water cylinder.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: A well-appointed and contemporary kitchen, fitted with a range of wall and base units with roll-top work surfaces over. Integrated eye-level electric oven and microwave, fridge freezer, and dishwasher. Four-ring induction hob with wok zone and stainless steel extractor canopy above. Tiled splashbacks and inset one-and-a-half bowl ceramic sink with drainer.Natural light is enhanced by a uPVC double glazed window to the front and two Velux roof windows, with uPVC double doors opening onto the front patio-providing an ideal space for informal dining. Radiator.
SITTING/DINING ROOM: A spacious and versatile living area designed to make the most of the surrounding outlook, with uPVC double glazed window and patio doors opening onto rear decking. The room enjoys far-reaching countryside views and offers ample space for both relaxing and dining.Features include two column radiators (vertical and horizontal) and a multi-fuel stove set on a tiled hearth, creating a focal point. Power points, telephone point, and television aerial connection. Door and steps leading down to:
SNUG/OCCASIONAL BEDROOM: A flexible space suitable for a variety of uses including a snug, guest bedroom or home office. With two skylights, a high-level uPVC double glazed side window, radiator, and power points. Glazed sliding doors lead through to:
LOBBY/BOOT ROOM: Providing additional practical space with uPVC double glazed window to the side and double patio doors opening to the rear. Additional appliance space, and radiator.
GROUND FLOOR BATHROOM: Fully tiled and fitted with a white suite comprising concealed cistern WC, wall-mounted wash hand basin with vanity storage beneath, bidet, and panelled bath. A glazed shower and steam room enclosure with mosaic tiling adds a spa-like feature. Two obscure glazed uPVC windows to the front, heated ladder-style towel rail, and shaver socket.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING: A bright and adaptable space currently suited to home working, with uPVC double glazed windows to the front and side aspects. Radiator, power points, telephone point, and loft access hatch.
BEDROOM 1: A generously sized principal bedroom enjoying two uPVC double glazed windows to the rear with panoramic countryside views, along with an additional side window. Two radiators, power points, and full-length built-in wardrobes with mirrored doors.
BEDROOM 2: Also positioned to the rear to take advantage of similar far-reaching views. uPVC double glazed window, radiator, power points, and built-in wardrobes with mirrored doors.
BEDROOM 3: With uPVC double glazed window to the front, radiator, power points, and built-in wardrobes.
FAMILY BATHROOM: Fitted with a white suite comprising close-coupled WC, wall-mounted wash hand basin, and large jacuzzi-style bath. Tiled splashbacks, electric shaver point, radiator, and double glazed skylight window to the front.
OUTSIDE: To the front, a paved area extends from the kitchen/breakfast room with uPVC double doors. This leads past the front entrance to a driveway running along the side of the property and continuing to the rear, providing off-road parking for several vehicles.
To the rear, a patio area provides access to the utility room and to the raised decking adjoining the sitting/dining room-an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining while taking in the open views. The rear enjoys a good degree of privacy. External tap and power points are installed. LPG storage cylinders are located externally.
Steps lead down to:
REAR GARDEN. Arranged over three tiers, offering a variety of outdoor spaces. The upper level comprises a lawn adjoining a paved seating area, well suited to entertaining and enjoying the outlook.Further steps lead to:
UPPER LAWN AREA. An L-shaped section bordered by established shrubs, extending beyond the neighbouring boundary hedge to create a wider plot at this level. This area offers additional space for recreation or relaxation.
Steps continue down to:
LOWER LAWN / WILD MEADOW. Bordered by hedging and backing onto farmland, with far-reaching views. This area may be suitable for a kitchen garden or for keeping small livestock, subject to any necessary consents.
GARAGE: Single garage with folding timber door, power, and lighting. inside tap.
SERVICES: Mains water and electricity. LPG-fired central heating. Drainage via septic tank.
LOCATION: On the rural fringes of Dawlish, Toowoomba is ideally situated just 10 miles from the outskirts of Exeter, with good access to both mainline rail and road networks. The house sits between the River Exe to the East and Haldon Forest to the West and just 50 metres from the Long Lane bridleway stretching from Dawlish to near the Haldon Obelisk viewpoint. The location offers abundant scope for a range of land-based and water-based outdoor activities. It also provides ready opportunities to participate in the village communities of Mamhead, Ashcombe and Cockwood.
DIRECTIONS: From Exeter and the M5, head south on the A380 to Torquay. After approximately 9.5 miles turn left signposted to Teignmouth (B3192). At the next roundabout take the first exit signposted Ashcombe, continue on this scenic road for 3 miles. At Whetman Pinks Nursery turn left onto Long Lane, then take the next right. Continue along the lane where the property is located on the left.
Or, to avoid the long country lanes, head to Dawlish via Kenton and Starcross or from Teignmouth. From Dawlish take Old Town Street onto Weech Road, then the Ashcombe road heading out of the town. After 2 miles turn right onto Long Lane then right again where the property is located on the left.
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