Introduction The Grade II listed property, and its grounds, were purchased by the highly regarded Dorset developer, C J Fry and Son, and the house was painstakingly restored to its former glory. The high ceilings and many beautifully designed windows, including Gothic arches, reflect the much loved architecture of the time.Following a complete refurbishment, Withycombe House now nestles inside a private, sensitively designed, housing development, Hillcrest Gardens, with a village-like environment, and mix of property styles and open spaces.

Entrance Hall Double front doors with leaded arched window above, built-in cupboard with shelving, further cupboard housing gas central heating boiler, impressive staircase to first floor with a cupboard below, ornate ceiling rose and decorative cornicing, radiator.

Cloakroom Low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, part tiled walls, radiator.

Living /Dining Room 6.60m x 5.40m (21'8" x 17'9") Three double glazed windows to front, one double glazed window to side and one to rear, five radiators, ornate ceiling rose and decorative cornicing, Victorian style fireplace with wood burner, TV point, two wall light points.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room 5.80m x 5.00m (19'0" x 16'5") Two double glazed windows to front, original fire surround with wood burner and marble hearth. Fitted with a superb bespoke range of base and wall mounted units with marble worktops, central island unit with matching cupboards and drawers, inset sink unit, integrated five ring gas hob and two ovens, two integrated fridges and freezers, integrated dishwasher, tiled floor, two radiators, window seat.

First Floor Landing

Master Bedroom 5.50m x 4.10m (18'1" x 13'5") Two double glazed windows to front, two radiators.

En-Suite bathroom Double glazed window, deep panelled bath with shower attachment, low level WC, tiled shower cubicle, radiator, tiled floor, part tiled walls, inset ceiling spotlights.

Dressing Room Full width built in wardrobes.

Bedroom Two 3.50m x 2.90m (11'6" x 9'6") Double glazed window with window seat.

Bedroom Three 2.80m x 2.50m (9'2" x 8'2") Double glazed window, radiator, loft access.

Bathroom Original Gothic style paned window, deep panelled bath with shower attachment, low level WC, double shower cubicle, tiled floor, inset ceiling spotlights, loft access, radiator, shaver point/strip light.

Garage Up and over door. There is further parking alongside the property with one allocated and use of two visitor spaces.

Outside There is an attractive paved area with stone chippings and mature trees and shrubs, approaching the entrance. To the front is an enclosed lawned area with hedging and ornamental trees. The property also benefits from a good size area of lawn and woodland opposite, which is partly enclosed by attractive rail fencing. The outlook from No. 2 is across the extensive garden surrounded by trees and shrubs on three sides This offers a large, private and tranquil oasis.

Required Information Grade II ListedThere is a £108 per annum maintenance payment made to Blenheim Estates for the maintenance of the common parts of Hillcrest Gardens including lawns and flower beds within the Estate. Re the driveway this is conveyed to number two from the gated entrance to the start of the bulding and numbers one, two and three have joint reponsibility for this area.The remainder is then conveyed to number one.There isnt a maintenance fund for the driveway vendors of one and two have joint responsibilty and access rights, at the crown of the bend number one then has full responsibility and ownership.There is a Garage in a nearby block - but there are 1 parking spaces for this property in the parking bay, next to the wall nearest the driveway. There are 6 parking spaces in total, 1 belonging to number 2, 1 belonging to number 1 and 1 belonging to number 3.There are three visitor spaces available.Some Tree Preservation OrdersThe property is accessed via a private road through Hillcrest Gardens. There are some restrictive covenants which include no caravans, mobile homes, lorries, derelict or trade vehicles (except trade vehicles in the course of delivering goods to or supplying services to the property) on external areas of the property or any other part of the Estate. Not to park or obstruct the driveway. Not to paint decorate or treat the exterior of the property other than in the same manner and using the same colours as at the date hereof. Further information is available from the Exmouth officeFreehold Property East Devon District Council Tax Band F

Directions
Leave Exmouth on the Exeter Road and proceed along Marine Way. At the second set of traffic lights turn right into Gypsy Lane and left into Withycombe Village Road. Proceed to the mini roundabout and turn left into St Johns Road. Continue for approx. 1/4 mile where Hillcrest Gardens can be found on the right hand side. Turn right into Hillcrest Gardens and follow the road to the left and follow the road for a short distance, turning right towards Withycombe House driveway. There are visitor's spaces at the top, before the private driveway.