Detached house for sale in Knowle Hill, Budleigh Salterton EX9

Bushy House is a superbly presented and unique architecturally designed detached three-bedroom house. Set towards the end of a private driveway within the grounds of a small country estate in a quiet semi-rural location on the edge of the seaside town of Budleigh Salterton.

This fine residence offers light, spacious, well-planned accommodation with fabulous panoramic, far-reaching views towards Lyme Bay. It was originally built in 2007 to a high specification for the current owners and further extended by them in 2014.

Many features and benefits include solid oak floors throughout, locally made bespoke ash kitchen with granite worktops, three oven-fired aga with matching gas/electric two oven module, one and three-quarter stainless steel sink, a waste disposal unit, corner larder cupboard with light, space for integrated fridge/freezer with matching ash door, integrated Siemens dishwasher. The kitchen opens to the breakfast room area with a peninsular granite breakfast bar; this area could also be the informal dining area. The far-reaching views from both these rooms are outstanding.

Whilst also enjoying the fine far-reaching coastal views in the sitting room - in the winter, you can also appreciate the focal point of the Jotul gas fire. Double doors open onto a further reception room (which has the flexibility to be a formal dining room), and then French doors to the sun balcony ideal - for enjoying your morning espresso/evening wine. There is also a useful cloakroom/WC and access to an attic room via a loft ladder from the main hallway. The attic room (which has limited headroom) is carpeted with two Velux windows, under eaves storage cupboards.

On the lower ground floor are three double bedrooms, all with the aforementioned coastal views and a lovely aspect over the front patio terrace garden. There are French doors in the first and second bedrooms; the third bedroom is currently used as a study. There is a quality fitted family bathroom and a utility room with space and plumbing for a washing machine. Access to the integral garage. The main bedroom has an excellent range of built-in Strachen wardrobes and drawers with a hidden TV space, French doors to the patio terrace, and a fully equipped ensuite with a walk-in shower and remote-controlled shower taps. The large integral garage houses the gas-fired boiler, a water softener, and a remote-controlled main door. The garage has the potential to be converted into an extra bedroom (subject to the usual permissions).

The property has excellent eco-friendly credentials with eleven solar electricity panels, also known as photovoltaics, which reduces your electricity bill and carbon footprint. With the residual of the current feed-in tariff (which has circa. 12 years left on the contract), you receive payment for the extra energy you generate - currently about £1,400 per annum. Also, there is the eco benefit of a Vent Axia whole house mechanical ventilation heat recovery system (mvhr) in the attic room. Whole-house mvhr systems extract warm, damp air from the home and draw in fresh air from the outside. The warm, extracted air is passed through a heat exchanger to recover the heat before being expelled outside. There is a modern Worcester Bosch gas-fired boiler to supply domestic hot water & underfloor heating throughout the house*, aluminium double glazing, cavity wall insulation and LED lighting on the upper ground floor. (* The extended reception area over the integral garage has electric underfloor heating).

Outside, Bushy House has a fine approach via a long private driveway to the small country estate, which is shared with just eight other properties. From the long driveway is the opening to the walled-in ample private parking and garage to the house. Also, there is an additional parking space by the main front door in the courtyard of the adjacent Bushy Court. To the front of Bushy House is a landscaped walled terrace patio garden with areas for entertaining, whilst to the side is a formal walled garden that leads to a further smaller enclosed area. From the terrace garden, you have a vista over the park-like grounds and countryside towards Peak Hill. All of the gardens are either walled or fenced, therefore being fully enclosed. The total area of the grounds is approx. 0.2 acres. A private gate leads immediately to the footpath, which then leads to the South West coastal footpath and East Devon golf course.

Bushy House is a fine example of a contemporary home in a semi-rural situation without feeling isolated, offering fabulous views over Lyme Bay. Being conveniently located for Budleigh Salterton & Exmouth town centres, the property is close to an abundance of local shops, bars, eateries and coffee spots. If you are seeking a unique home of quality, then Bushy House could be it!

Please quote reference RB0167.

summary of accommodation:
Upper Ground Floor:
Hall
Sitting Room: 5.9m (19'4") x 5.1m (16'9")
Reception Room/Dining Room: 4.5m (14'9") x 4.2m (13'9")
Sun Balcony: 4.2m (13'9") x 1.5m (4'11")
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
Kitchen Area: 3.9m (12'10) x 3.7m (12'2")
Breakfast Room Area: 3.9m (12'10") x 3.3m (10'10")
Rear Lobby: 2.8m (9'2") x 2.5m (8'2")
Cloakroom/WC

Lower Ground Floor:
Hall
Main Bedroom: 5.1m (16'9") x 3.8m (12'6") overall
Ensuite Shower Room
Bedroom 2: 5.1m (16'9") x 3.2m (10'6")
Bedroom 3/Study: 3.7m (12'2") x 3.6m (11'10")
Bathroom
Utility Room: 2.8m (9'3") x 2.3m (7'7")
Outside: The total area of the grounds is approx. 0.2 acres.
Private drive with off-road parking for three\four cars leading to Large Integral Garage: 6.0m (19'8") x 4.2m (13'9").
Additional parking space by the main front door in the courtyard of the adjacent Bushy Court.
There is a landscaped walled terrace patio garden with areas for entertaining, whilst to the side is a formal walled garden that leads to a further smaller enclosed area.

Agents notes:
Tenure: Freehold - vacant possession on completion. Also, to smooth the way for the purchase, there is no onward chain with the sale.
Council Tax Band: F (East Devon District Council).
EPC Rating: C
Services Mains electric, gas, water & drainage. Solar photovoltaic panels with a current feedback tariff of approx. £1,400 per annum.

Location:
A walk along Budleigh Salterton's historic promenade is an uplifting experience, whatever the season. With its small fishing boats and quirky, colourful beach huts, the famous pebbled beach stretches along Lyme Bay for about two miles, leading to an iconic view of the red cliffs – beloved of artists and photographers alike with the iconic and majestic Scots pines at the mouth of the River Otter. This small, charming seaside town has a timeless old-world quality and is one of Devon's quiet resorts, even in mid-summer. It is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is part of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast, and is on the South West Coastal Path, making this an exceptional place. The Otter Estuary is a large nature reserve, home to abundant wildlife, and significant for kingfishers, sand martins, otters and the recently re-introduced beavers. If you are a bird watcher, many easily accessible hides along the riverbank offer abundant opportunities to study the wide variety of seasonal species.
Shopping: The town's picturesque high street, with its gently flowing brook and flower-filled summer planters, has a traditional array of mainly independent shops, including butchers, bakers, greengrocers, delicatessens, two small supermarkets and chemists, as well as an art gallery, plus several boutique gift and fashion shops. Freshly-caught fish can be bought on Budleigh Beach from the local fishermen most days of the week (look out for the pirate flag!). Farm shops are also conveniently located nearby: Pynes Farm (1.5 miles), Darts Farm (8 miles) and Greendale Farm (10 miles). Main high street outlets can be found in the historic cathedral city of Exeter (14 miles).
Food & Drink: Traditional local pubs serving locally produced food and beer from local breweries can be found in the town and nearby East Budleigh and Otterton. Budleigh Salterton has more than its fair share of quaint, welcoming cafes and coffee shops in the town itself, with a further three cafes situated right on the seafront – perfect for enjoying your Devon cream tea or fresh crab sandwich. Or what's your favourite takeaway? Fish and chips, Indian or Chinese?
Leisure: Whatever your age or interests, you'll find what you are looking for. Do you enjoy an invigorating swim in the sea or a leisurely walk along the Otter Estuary and seashore? Or there are many other excellent local facilities, including tennis, football, cricket, bowls and croquet clubs. But the jewel in Budleigh's crown must be the prestigious East Devon Golf Club, with its panoramic coastal views. Drop into the town's library to explore the wide range of other clubs and societies on offer, including a very active art club and amateur dramatics. You'll find the town hall offers a regular programme of shows, dances, film society presentations and art exhibitions. To learn about Budleigh's history, visit the pretty, thatched Fairlynch Museum, home to a collection of fascinating exhibits. Top of the local spectator sports is rugby's 2020 European and Premiership champions, Exeter Chiefs, Exeter City football club, county cricket at Taunton and regular horse racing at Exeter, Newton Abbott and Taunton.
Health: Comprehensive facilities are provided by the local medical practice and dental practices. In addition, Exmouth Hospital has a minor injuries unit, and the Royal Devon & Exeter nhs Foundation Trust (rd&E) provides integrated health and care services across Exeter, East and Mid Devon. The nearest private hospital is the Nuffield in Exeter (14 miles).
Transport: There are excellent transport links with the M5 (junction 30) only 10 miles north-west of Budleigh Salterton, which provides access north towards Taunton (approx. 55 minutes), Weston-Super-Mare (approx. One hour 30 minutes), Bristol (approx. One hour 50 minutes), Cheltenham (approx. Two hours 15 minutes) and Birmingham (three hours). It also connects with the M4 for journeys to London (four hours) or into Wales. London can also be accessed via the A303/M3 (approx. Three hours 40 minutes). The cathedral city of Exeter takes about 30 minutes by road. South West Devon can be reached via the A38. An hour's drive brings you to the historic city of Plymouth and its cross-channel ferry port to Roscoff in Brittany. The nearest train station is located in Exmouth (15 minutes drive). Services are provided by Great Western Railway and connect to other national services at Exeter St. David's and Exeter Central, with a journey time of approximately 30 minutes. Known as the Avocet Line, this is one of England's prettiest train journeys along the edge of the beautiful Exe Estuary. Connections at Exeter serve direct lines to London Paddington or Waterloo stations, with journey times from two and a quarter hours. Regular bus services are provided by Stagecoach, which serves various bus stops around Budleigh Salterton and the surrounding communities in Exmouth, East Budleigh, Otterton, Sidmouth and Exeter. Exeter Airport is less than half an hour away by road (11 miles). Bristol Airport is an hour and a half away (74 miles).
Education: One local primary school in Budleigh Salterton (St Peter's Church of England Primary School), while Exmouth Community College serves Budleigh Salterton as the secondary school. Post-16 education is available at Exmouth Community College and nearby Exeter College. The new £10.5 million Deaf Academy is Exmouth's most recent educational addition. The University of Exeter offers a wide range of higher education degree courses. Alternative private, independent schools are at St Peter's Preparatory School (Lympstone), The Maynards School (Exeter) and Exeter School.
Events: Annual community events include Gala Week, with fun events for all the family (May/June), a Music Festival with many classical performances (July), a Literary Festival with visiting authors and workshops for all ages (September) and the ever-popular Budleigh Christmas Day swim for the brave, but you can stay warm and watch!

As you will see, Budleigh Salterton is an unspoilt, peaceful and friendly seaside town with a unique beach of Triassic pebbles (100 million years older than Jurassic) and so much to offer!

Important Information
All rooms have been measured with an electronic laser and are approximate measurements only. None of the services to the above property have been tested by ourselves, and we cannot guarantee that the installations described in the details are in perfect working order. Richard Boud Estate Agent for themselves and the vendors or lessors produce these details in good faith and are a guideline only. They do not constitute any part of a contract and are correct to the best of our knowledge when going to press.
We are required by law to conduct Anti-Money Laundering checks on all parties involved in the sale or purchase of a property. We take this responsibility seriously, in line with hmrc's guidance, to ensure the accuracy and continuous monitoring of these checks. Our partner, Move Butler, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. They will contact you, and where possible, a biometric check will be sent to you electronically only once your offer has been accepted.
As an applicant, you will be charged a non-refundable fee of £30 (inclusive of VAT) per buyer for these checks. The fee covers data collection, manual checking, and monitoring. You will need to pay this amount directly to Move Butler and complete all Anti-money Laundering checks before your offer can be formally accepted.
You will also be required to provide evidence of how you intend to finance your purchase prior to a formal acceptance of any offer.