Summary - Houndbeare Court, Oak Road, Aylesbeare EX5 2DB
4 bed 1 bath Bungalow
Detached four-bed bungalow with c.6.5 acres — privacy and potential near Exeter.
Large single-storey home over ~2,300 sqft with four double bedrooms
Adjoining paddock of c.6.5 acres (total plot c.7.1 acres)
Detached double garage, large driveway and substantial parking
Level, lawned gardens, paved terrace and private rural setting
Sold with agricultural occupancy restriction — eligibility required
EPC E; oil-fired heating and private drainage (treatment plant)
Very slow broadband and average mobile signal in the area
Dated 1970s interiors; requires modernization to maximise value
Set on the edge of Aylesbeare, this substantial detached bungalow sits within around 7.1 acres including a useful paddock of about 6.5 acres. The single-storey layout offers more than 2,300 sqft of living space: a large L-shaped sitting/dining room with stone fireplace, four double bedrooms, a roomy kitchen with utility space, and attached storage plus a detached double garage. The level lawns and terrace provide a private, quiet setting with easy access to Exeter, the A30 and nearby commons for walking and riding.
The house has been in the same family since construction and retains many mid-1970s features—wood panelling, dated decor and a wood burner—so there is clear scope for a sympathetic modernisation to unlock its full potential. Practical strengths include a large parking area, double garage, oil-fired central heating and mains water/electricity. The rural plot and paddock are major assets for buyers wanting space, privacy and small-scale equestrian or hobby farming use.
Important practical considerations are stated plainly: the property is sold with an agricultural occupancy restriction (agricultural tie) which limits who may lawfully occupy the dwelling; interested buyers should check eligibility with the local authority. The EPC rating is E, heating runs on oil, drainage is via a private treatment plant, broadband speeds are very slow and there is only average mobile coverage. The interior will benefit from modernisation; there is a single family bathroom and dated finishes throughout.
This is a strong proposition for someone who needs one-level living and values land, privacy and proximity to countryside amenities. It will particularly suit buyers who understand the agricultural tie, are prepared to update a comfortable but dated home, and who will benefit from the paddock and substantial gardens.
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