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Colonial Influence Lends Distinction

NORTH Down in Upper Stoneborough Lane, Budleigh Salterton, is an imposing detached residence of fine quality, believed to date from the 1920s. Its distinctive design with all the principal accommodation on one floor has a strong colonial influence. Internally, this is reflected in light, airy rooms and a feeling of space.

Survey Shows Positive Market Signs

THE first FindaProperty.com House Prices and Affordability Index shows UK asking prices moving into positive annual growth for the first time this year, with prices currently Pounds 512 higher than a year ago. This is a result of six consecutive months of stable or positive monthly price growth, as buyers take advantage of good value in the market with renewed confidence.

Rare City Investment Project

RARELY does such an interesting investment project become available, in a central location that offers such a variety of opportunities. The property, currently available through Cardens Residential, is in need of some upgrading, and this is reflected in the realistic asking price of just Pounds 225,000.

Designed for Space

THIS three-bedroom property in Plassey Close is situated in the popular area of Pennsylvania. The property has been built into the contours of the land to accommodate views and extra accommodation over three floors. The accommodation, which is presented in fine order, comprises an entrance porch, entrance hall, bathroom, three bedrooms, one with en- suite shower room and living room/breakfast room.

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Modern Makeover

THIS delightful and well-presented Victorian terrace house has just come to the market and is recommended by city centre agents Cooksleys. The property has been well modernised and has gas central heating (with a new boiler), uPVC double glazed windows and the kitchen and bathroom have been re-fitted in recent years. The accommodation offers a lounge, kitchen/diner, two double bedrooms, a bathroom and, as a particular feature of the property, a delightful fully enclosed rear garden. The centr...

House with a Spring in Its Step

SPRINGMEAD is located in a splendid quiet location in Seaton and is a short walk from the town centre and beach with numerous shops, schools and recreational facilities to satisfy all day-to-day needs. Just two miles to the north is the small town of Colyton with its highly regarded grammar school. There are numerous other towns in the area, including Lyme Regis, seven miles to the east, and Sidmouth, eight miles to the west.

Delightful Gardens Are a Feature

POUND Lane, off Denver Road in Topsham, contains a variety of housing designs and styles, including this two-bedroom modern house. The property enjoys a good location and of particular note is the delightful and well-planted attractive rear garden which enjoys a pleasant outlook and has an extensive paved patio with planted borders, shaped lawn with border and outside tap. There is also an adjacent garage with electric door. Internally, the property comprises an entrance hallway, cloakroom, s...

Period Features Still in Evidence

DATING back to the mid-19th century, this surprisingly large three-bedroom cottage in Bowden Hill is situated within a short walk of Crediton town centre. The property retains several character features including a large fireplace, now fitted with a wood burning stove, and exposed ceiling beams. The ground-floor accommodation includes the entrance hall with oak front door and exposed brick walls, an open plan living and dining room, and a nicely appointed kitchen.

New Lease of Life

NAAVAH Barn is a complete renovation of a detached 17th century stone cottage, the project completed some four years ago using local materials and traditional methods. Many of the original oak timbers have been exposed and enhanced using softly textured internal rendering. Natural terracotta floors result in a spacious and light modern but character-rich home.

City Views From Top of the Mount

THIS well-presented three-bedroom property occupies an elevated position in Ashleigh Mount Road just a mile from Exeter city centre. There is a light and airy spacious open-plan lounge/dining area, modern fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and a further single bedroom. The property also has two parking spaces to one side and benefits from uPVC double glazing.

New Homes ; Celebrations at Court

AWARD-winning local house builder Devonshire Homes will be releasing the first apartments on Saturday and Sunday, October 3 and 4 at Old Mill Court, Tiverton. The release of the apartments coincides with the start of construction on the small block which consists of just 10 apartments. It is currently anticipated that the first completion should be at the end of May 2010. To celebrate the release of the much anticipated apartments Devonshire Homes invites any interested party to visit the sal...

New Homes

PEAK Place in Cotmaton Road, Sidmouth is an exclusive development of just five stylish and contemporary three-bedroom townhouses boasting over 1,900 square feet of spacious, modern living accommodation. The properties have generated a significant amount of interest with one already sold. Developers Hechen Homes Ltd have created these superb homes with luxury in mind and incorporate a wealth of quality features. They have been designed with large open-plan living areas, flexible space and thre...

Put Search On Hold

SITUATED in the Blackdown Hills, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty, Titford Hold stands within landscaped grounds of 2 1/ 2 acres, half a mile from the village of Awliscombe. Located in the hamlet of Titford, the house has grown substantially from its 17th Century origins, with later additions made in the Georgian, Victorian and 21st Century periods.

Link to Commuter Friendly Property

THIS beautifully-presented link detached house in the village of Copplestone is within a commuter-friendly distance of both Exeter and North Devon as well as being handily placed for Crediton and local train stations. The property, in Fernworthy Park, has generous front and rear gardens being on the corner plot. It has a spacious front lawn and enclosed rear lawned garden with two patio/barbecue areas.

Makeover Gives Home a Bright and Airy Feel

THIS property in Beacon Avenue has been the subject of a complete modernisation and refurbishment project during the past couple of months. Works carried out include a new central heating system and combi- boiler, re-wiring, plastering and plumbing.

Farm Going South

SOUTHLANDS Farmhouse is a charming Grade II Listed 17th century farmhouse in a delightful rural setting. The house contains a number of interesting architectural features, including exposed beams and a number of inglenook fireplaces. It has a hall, sitting room, dining room, study and playroom/second sitting room. It also boasts a kitchen/breakfast room, garden room, long room, utility room, cloakroom, wine cellar, five bedrooms and two bathrooms.

The Oaks has Branched Out

THE Oaks is situated near the small village of Shute in East Devon, designated an area of outstanding natural beauty. Shute has a primary school and England's oldest manor house, Shute Barton, which dominates the village centre with its beautiful architecture. The Oaks, which has flint and cob elevations under a slate roof, was formerly two single-storey cottages which were constructed to coincide with the railway coming to the area in the late 19th Century.

Old Favourite with Modern Touches

THE Mannings is located in the thriving village of Stockland with its ancient church, highly-regarded primary school, popular inn, The Kings Arms, and active village hall. Mannings House is a stunning detached house, built in the late Victorian era with features typical of this period and well- proportioned rooms. Modern improvements include underfloor heating to the kitchen/breakfast room, replacement ornate cast-iron radiators and recently fitted hardwood double-glazed sash windows.