Higher Slade Road, Ilfracombe, EX34 8LH

4 bedroom House for sale

£569,000

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Summary
Rose Cottage is a charming and spacious detached character cottage, believed to date back to 1880, is nestled on the outskirts of Ilfracombe offering a serene retreat within walking distance of the town centre. The property boasts a delightful garden with breath-taking views of the surrounding woodland and hillsides, creating a perfect blend of rural tranquillity and convenience. It's ideally located near local beaches and the Tarka Trail, a popular route for walking and cycling, with stunning vistas across the Cairn Nature Reserve. The current owner has thoughtfully enhanced the cottage to a superb standard, blending modern design elements with its original character. Notable features include exposed beams, double glazing throughout, and driveway parking for two vehicles. The generous living space includes an inviting and bright entrance porch, a well-proportioned living room/dining room with a cosy fireplace which opens onto a secluded patio and garden through casement doors which is a perfect space for relaxation and entertaining. An additional bedroom, which could serve as an office, also features casement doors leading to the patio as well as a ensuite shower room which could also act as a downstairs WC. The stylish real wood kitchen with Apollo Quartz worktop and double Belfast sink, natural slate floor and breakfast area flows into a convenient utility room incorporating the same high quality elements as the kitchen. Upstairs, the accommodation comprises three bedrooms, including a spacious master suite with a luxurious en-suite bathroom and dressing area with a Burlington claw foot, double ended Bateau bath and Kensington Basin and taps. A well-appointed shower room serves the rest of the first floor. To the rear, a level garden area laid with artificial turf flows into an picket fenced allotment area with potting shed. This complements perfectly the bespoke lean-to timber greenhouse, ensuring that green fingered buyers are well accounted for. An outstanding feature is the large composite decking area This stunning property offers versatile living options, making it an ideal family home or a wonderful holiday cottage. With its combination of character, modern amenities, and prime location, early viewing is highly recommended to avoid missing out on this exceptional opportunity.