7 bed town house for sale

St James Street, Okehampton EX20

St James Street, Okehampton

This attractive and imposing red brick property was, up until 1995, the towns Police station. Since then it has been sympathetically converted to create 3 maisonettes and 2 upper floor apartments, which enjoy rooftop views across town & towards Dartmoor. The building is literally a stones throw from the town centre and amenities.

To the rear of the property a private driveway gives access to a communal car park serving all 5 properties. Although there is no recreation space, the picturesque georgian Simmons park is only a 2 to 3 minute walk away, offering river walks, large expances of open green space and a footpath up to the station and moors.

The town of Okehampton sits on the northern fringes of Dartmoor National Park, ideal for those who love walking or just experiencing quiet country walks. The nearby city of Exeter is approximately, 20 mins away by train and sits about 23 miles away by car, although there is also an excellent bus service. This historic castled town offers primary and secondary schooling, 3 supermarkets and a wide variety of retail outlets, cafes & eateries. The nearby towns of Launceston and Tavistock are also easily accessible by bus or car and the north coastal town of Bude is approximately 30-35 minutes drive away and offers sandy beaches and coastal walks.